This secluded cottage on a freehold title is the ideal start for first home buyers and savvy investors looking for a reliable addition to their residential portfolio. Built in 1979, the three bedroom home has a private aspect and plenty of sun with essential amenities and good schools located nearby for those who have a young growing family.

With a 100 sqm (approx.) floor plan, the single level home has plenty of potential to upgrade and refurbish to get everything looking spick and span again. A spacious lounge has a ranch slider connecting to a partly covered deck creating indoor/outdoor flow for summertime entertaining.

The perfect spot to gather the crew around the barbecue while the kids can scamper about on the lawn. The front entrance and dining area combine with the kitchen – a compact yet functional hub with double sink, electric range, open shelf pantry and green tile trim complementing denim blue cabinetry. All three bedrooms have built in closets, and share the single bathroom of shower, floating vanity and toilet. A single carport is attached to the dwelling and there’s an extra parking space.

Well established 365 sqm (approx.) grounds would also respond to a makeover and if you’re wanting to grow your own vegetables there’s room to put down some flourishing beds. Walking distance to Gordon Carmichael Reserve and Tauranga Wetlands, it’s just short car trip to connect to motorway ramps for the city or the Bethlehem down centre. In zone and close to Brookfield School with New World and the popular shopping crossroads, this is a rare opportunity to polish all facets of the property and reap the rewards.