There's a difference between available and worth taking and Smart buyers don't wait for obvious - they move on advantage - 492 Hastings Street is exactly that.

Freehold, tightly held, and positioned where Napier works at its best. CBD and beachfront both an easy walk. Part of a boutique block, this is the combination buyers wait for and rarely secure.

Originally 1930s, completely renovated and earthquake-strengthened in 2017, this is character without compromise. High studs, clean lines, and a finish that's ready from day one.

Upstairs, three bedrooms; a generous primary with walk-in wardrobe, a double, and a flexible third that easily shifts between bedroom, office or guest space. A full bathroom services the level. Downstairs, open-plan living anchored by a modern kitchen and gas fireplace, with a second bathroom and integrated laundry completing a layout that simply works. Partial double glazing adds comfort.

The private courtyard is the closer, built-in seating, sheltered, low-maintenance, and exactly what both guests and owners look for. Easy to live in, easy to lock and leave, easy to let.

No body corporate & no shared costs - Control sits entirely with the owner - including the income.

For investors, this is dialled for the short-stay market. Character, location, and presentation that converts attention into bookings. For owner-occupiers, it's the kind of home that doesn't cycle often and doesn't last when it does.