83 Ridge Street

Set on a generous 809sqm block in one of Northgate's best streets, this beautiful Queenslander offering a North-East aspect is available to purchase for the first time in over 50 years. Positioned on the high side of Ridge Street and taking advantage of its elevated vistas, this charming home offers the perfect balance of indoor comfort and outdoor lifestyle - ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The original home showcases character elements, including high ceilings, polished timber floors, stained glass windows and VJ panelling throughout. It consists of four bedrooms, a main bathroom, living area and large kitchen-dining room that flows seamlessly on to the back deck. The kitchen is equipped with solid timber cabinetry, ample bench space, masses of storage and quality appliances, including a freestanding 90cm gas cooktop/oven. The extension offers an enormous covered alfresco area at the rear, presenting space to entertain, alongside a huge air-conditioned multipurpose studio. Perfect for dual-living or as another family room, the studio is equipped with its own bathroom and utilities to allow for a kitchenette. The property is fully-fenced, bordered by established trees providing outstanding privacy and plenty of space for a large pool. The driveway offers side access to the rear of the block, allowing off street parking for four vehicles and bookended by a single car garage. Additionally, the undercroft of the home has been built in as a spacious, open workshop or storage area. The gardens are serviced by taps connected to a large rainwater tank. Ideally located just moments from schools, shops and cafes, and with public transport at your doorstep; this home presents a rare opportunity to own a blue-chip asset in one of the inner-north's best pockets. Features: · Elevated 809sqm block with North-East aspect · Original character elements beautifully preserved throughout · High ceilings, polished timber floors, picture rails, fretwork, stained glass windows and tongue and groove walls · Updated kitchen with solid timber cabinetry, masses of storage space and quality appliances including freestanding 90cm gas cooktop/oven · Updated kitchen with solid timber cabinetry, masses of storage space and quality appliances including freestanding 90cm gas cooktop/oven · Seamless flow between living, dining, kitchen and outdoor entertaining spaces · Oversized back deck, perfect for family get-togethers and year round entertaining · Large multipurpose studio space offering an extra living space, home office or dual-living opportunity - equipped with a bathroom, air-conditioning and kitchenette services · Spacious under croft perfect for workshop, gym, home office or storage area · Established gardens providing great privacy, or scope to reimagine Location: · Brisbane CBD (10km from property) · Virginia State School Catchment (700m from property) · Earnshaw State College Catchment (2km from property) · Mary Mackillop College (1.7km from property) · St Joseph's Nudgee College (3.3km from property) · Brisbane Airport (4km from property) · Nook Café (130m from property) · Westfield Chermside Shopping Centre (3.1km from property) · Nearest Bus Stop (50m from property) · Northgate Train Station (600m from property) For any questions or to arrange a private inspection, contact Xander Evans on 0438 689 723