Start smart with this practical first-home option at 37 Makiri Street. With both a three-bedroom home and a self-contained one-bedroom cottage on the same title, you can live in one and let the second dwelling help cover the mortgage. The combined rental appraisal sits at $960 per week, giving you genuine breathing room as you get established.
The main home spans two levels and already has a modernised kitchen and bathroom, so the essentials are in place. Two bedrooms sit downstairs, along with a light-filled living area that opens to a deck with peaceful river views. Upstairs you'll find another bedroom and a handy office or nursery space, plus a small balcony. The home does need some attention, and buyers should allow for work such as repainting the exterior, tidying timber joinery, repairing cabinetry, fencing maintenance and general cosmetic improvements. With some effort, there is solid potential to refresh and add value.
The one-bedroom minor dwelling is tidy and functional, with polished wooden floors, a spacious lounge and a combined bathroom and laundry. It's ready to rent straight away or ideal for extended family. Both dwellings meet Healthy Homes standards, giving you confidence that you can lease either one without extra compliance costs.
The location is another plus. Schools, parks and shops are all within walking distance, making daily life easy for both owners and tenants. Off-street parking adds practical convenience.
For first-home buyers wanting a more achievable pathway, this is a straightforward way to get into the market with support from a second income. It stacks up well, offers room to improve, and sits in a handy part of town.