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57 Dunford Street

Rakaia Canterbury

2
1
73 m²
360 m²
House
Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

Renovated Cottage + Studio: High Yield Investment

Positioned on the sought after west side of Rakaia township, just a short stroll to the primary school, preschools and local amenities, this charming weatherboard home offers comfort, convenience, and investment appeal. Set on an easy care 360m² section, the home has been renovated to a high standard, blending character with modern updates. Inside, you'll find two well proportioned bedrooms; one with storage and a light filled open plan living that creates a welcoming and functional space, with USB charging sockets and Network jacks for gaming. The stylish kitchen contains sleek white cabinetry and bench tops, dishwasher, gas hob with electric oven and stainless range hood. The modernised bathroom includes a shower, vanity, toilet, 3 in 1 Tastic and a heated towel rail, while a separate laundry adds practicality. Year round comfort is ensured with a heat pump and gas hot water, An external studio provides valuable additional space — ideal for a home office, hobby room, or extra storage, along with a potting shed and an additional storage shed. While there is no garaging, the sealed driveway and front yard offer ample off street parking. With a tenant already in place, and Healthy Home Compliant, this property presents a ready made investment opportunity, whilst also being an excellent option for those looking to downsize or first home buyers looking to step onto the property ladder in a convenient and popular location.

Features

2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
73 m² floor area
360 m² lot size
House

Happy sellers in Rakaia

92%
92% of sellers in Rakaia reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Rakaia stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

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Local market activity for 2 bedroom houses in Rakaia

In the last 12 months, 6 two-bedroom houses similar to 57 Dunford Street, have been sold.

This represents a 500% decrease in two-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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