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579 Hereford Street,
Linwood, Christchurch City

3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
2 car spaces
607m² land size
House

NZD 650,000


Property details

Chattels

  • Cooktop Oven
  • Stove
  • Rangehood
  • Extractor Fan
  • Dishwasher
  • Heated Towel Rail
  • Light Fittings
  • Floor Covers
  • Garden Shed

Zoned for Growth

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Perfectly positioned on a sun-soaked 607sqm section framed by lush established greenery, this elegant weatherboard home presents a rare combination of privacy, character, and exceptional future potential. Blending timeless old-world charm with modern comfort, it creates a home that feels both welcoming and full of opportunity. Whether you're seeking a warm family sanctuary or a strategic investment with development appeal, this property delivers on both fronts.

Located within the High Density Residential Zone (HRZ), the site offers outstanding appeal for developers, investors, and land bankers alike. Its position is a major advantage - just moments from the CBD and the newly completed Te Kaha Stadium precinct, placing it at the centre of one of Christchurch's most exciting and rapidly evolving inner-city locations. With growing demand for townhouse and apartment living, the generous 607sqm landholding offers excellent scope for future intensification under the Christchurch District Plan, making it an increasingly compelling opportunity in a market driven by convenience and urban connectivity. Nearby shops, parks, and major public transport routes further enhance everyday ease.

Inside, the home immediately impresses with a sense of grandeur, showcased through high ceilings, ornate ceiling roses, and polished timber floors that celebrate its heritage character. The well-appointed kitchen connects seamlessly with open-plan dining and living areas, creating effortless functionality for modern lifestyles. From here, doors open onto a generous deck - ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying relaxed summer evenings.

Accommodation is flexible and thoughtfully designed, featuring three generous bedrooms, with a versatile sunroom accessed off two bedrooms, including the master bedroom. This additional space is perfectly suited as a nursery, home office, dressing room, or reading nook, adapting easily to changing lifestyle needs while creating a private and connected extension of the sleeping quarters. A north-facing orientation ensures abundant natural light throughout the day, while established gardens and mature trees create a peaceful and private outdoor sanctuary. Completing the offering is a productive vegetable garden, secure lock-up garage, and additional off-street parking for everyday convenience.

Source: Please be aware that this information may have been sourced from third parties and we have not been able to independently verify the accuracy of the same. Land and Floor area measurements are approximate and boundary lines are indicative only. We highly recommend you to complete your own research and seek independent legal and/or technical advice.

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School catchments

  • Te Pā o Rākaihautū Composite Years 1-15 State 0.53km
  • Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue School Primary Years 1-6 State 0.76km
  • Whītau School Primary Years 1-6 State 1.1km
  • Christchurch East School Full primary Years 1-8 State 1.5km
  • Te Waka Unua School Full primary Years 1-8 State 1.6km

Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check enrolment zones and eligibility with the school. School data © Ministry of Education, licensed under CC BY 4.0.


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