78 Bugden Avenue

In May 2018, the homeowners purchased this property at a time of significant change in their life. After nearly a decade serving in the Army with overseas deployments, relocations and time away on courses, they were ready to settle into a place that offered stability. With the rental market highly competitive at the time, owning a home meant creating a reliable base where they could focus on building the next chapter of family life. From the beginning, the home proved to be the right fit. Its practical layout made it easy to host friends and family, while the generous backyard provided space for their Husky to run freely. There was plenty of undercover carport and garage space to work on vehicles and enjoy their hobbies. Some of the most meaningful moments of the homeowner's life happened here, including bringing their newborn daughter home from the hospital and watching her experience's any of her firsts in life. The decision to move on comes with mixed emotions. The homeowners have chosen to return to the Gold Coast to raise their daughter in the home where the homeowner grew up a property that has been in their family for more than four decades and holds deep sentimental value. While it's not easy to leave behind a place that has meant so much, they look forward to the next chapter and hope the family who moves in will create their own memories here, just as they have. THE HOME... Set on a generous block, this four-bedroom family home has been thoughtfully improved over the years to create a comfortable and energy-efficient living environment. Significant upgrades include ceiling and wall insulation, 32 solar panels and an impressive 20kW battery storage system, a Daikin 16kW ducted reverse cycle system. Double-glazed windows have been added to the street-facing rooms to improve both comfort and acoustic performance. Inside, the home has seen substantial renovation in recent years. The kitchen was fully redesigned and installed by The Kitchen Company in Fyshwick, featuring stone benchtops, soft-close cabinetry, a lazy Susan, dedicated barista station and quality appliances including a Westinghouse 900mm induction cooktop, Westinghouse oven with AirFryer function, Bosch Series 6 WiFi-enabled dishwasher and matching rangehood. The main bathroom has also been completely renovated and now includes a double bath with spa jets, a spacious wet-zone style shower and heated towel rails. A recently upgraded cinema room offers the perfect place for family movie nights now one of the homeowner's favourite spaces in the house. Outdoors, the backyard remains one of the property's standout features. With plenty of space for children, pets and gatherings, it provides the type of outdoor lifestyle many families are looking for today. The high Colorbond fencing installed in 2019 ensures both privacy and security. THE LOCATION... Positioned in the established and family-friendly suburb of Gowrie, this home offers the convenience many growing families value. The area is known for its quiet residential streets, community atmosphere and easy access to local schools, shops and parks. Families will appreciate being close to well-regarded schools, nearby playgrounds and open green spaces, while everyday conveniences such as local shopping centres and transport links are just minutes away. With Tuggeranong Town Centre only a short drive away, residents enjoy easy access to supermarkets, restaurants, medical facilities and lakeside recreation, making Gowrie a practical and appealing place to call home. For the next owners, this property offers more than just a house it offers the opportunity to settle into a welcoming neighbourhood and create a home where their own family story can begin. MORE DETAILS... Four bedroom family home positioned on a generous block Spacious layout designed for comfortable everyday living Renovated kitchen installed by The Kitchen Company, Fyshwick Kitchen ft. 900mm electric oven ft. AirFryer option, 900mm induction cooktop, Double sink ft. integrated drying area, Bosch Serie 6 dishwasher ft. WiFi scheduling capability & More Open plan living area ft. direct access to dining and kitchen Renovated main bathroom ft. double bath with spa jets, 'wet zone' style large shower & heated towel rails Multiple living areas Daikin 16kW ducted reverse cycle heating & cooling (Installed in 2020) Ceiling & wall insulation (Installed by 22 Degrees) Double glazed street-facing windows Instant Rinnai gas hot water system (only gas appliance to the home) 32 solar panels installed ft. 20kW solar battery system Three-phase mains power upgrade (Completed in 2025) Upgraded NBN connection & internal phone lines (Completed in 2025) Large backyard ft. low maintenance gardens Covered decked alfresco area ft. built in bar & BBQ High Colorbond fencing across rear boundaries (Installed in 2019) Generous undercover carport space ft. protection for vehicles Located within a family-friendly street Short drive to Tuggeranong Town Centre, schools, parks & local amenities Year Built: 1984 EER: 2.5 stars Approx. Block Size: 830 sqm Approx. Living Size: 184.53 sqm Approx. Carport Size: 88.40 sqm Approx. Garage Size: 58.50 sqm Approx. Council Rates: $789 per quarter Approx. Rental Return: $800 - $850 per week