Tucked away in the heart of Aro Valley, just minutes from Wellington CBD, this beautifully maintained mid-century home offers an exceptional combination of character, sunshine, privacy, and city-fringe convenience.
Designed by renowned architect Maurice Patience and built in 1967, it presents a rare opportunity to own an important piece of Wellington's architectural heritage while enjoying the comforts of modern living.
Thoughtfully enhanced by its current owner, including a renovated upstairs bathroom and fresh interior and exterior painting throughout, the home remains true to its original design while offering effortless day-to-day living.
With excellent sun, generous storage, off-street parking, and a low-maintenance setting, this is a home where you can leave the car behind and enjoy one of Wellington's most vibrant and tightly held communities.
Features include:
- Sun-soaked open-plan living and dining spaces with extensive north-facing glazing, built-in shelving, and abundant natural light throughout the day
- Distinctive mid-century kitchen that celebrates the home's original design character while remaining practical for modern living
- Three generous double bedrooms plus an additional internal room offering flexibility as a studio, hobby room, guest room, or work-from-home space
- Dedicated home office with built-in desk and shelving, opening directly to the garden and positioned away from the main living areas
- Renovated upstairs bathroom plus a second bathroom for family and guests
- Private landscaped courtyard featuring original 1960s stonework, raised vegetable and herb gardens, and sheltered outdoor living
- Excellent separation between living and accommodation areas
- Large storage area for bikes, tramping gear, tools, and everyday essentials
- Rare off-street parking for two vehicles
- Easy-care section and low-maintenance lifestyle just moments from the city
- Easy walk to the CBD, Garage Project, Rita, Aro Bake, Aro Café, village shops, parks, and walking tracks
- Zoned for Wellington Girls' College, Wellington College, Wellington East Girls' College, and Wellington High School
- Buyer Enquiry Over $1,450,000
Whether you're seeking an architecturally significant home, a peaceful city-fringe retreat, or a lock-and-leave lifestyle close to everything Wellington has to offer, this special property delivers something truly difficult to find. Homes of this calibre in Aro Valley are seldom available, making this a rare opportunity to secure a distinctive home in one of Wellington's most beloved neighbourhoods. Call Mat Baxter on 022 564 7691 or Aaron Nation on 027 555 5881 for a private viewing or come to the next scheduled open home!
Tender closes 12pm, Thursday 9th July 2026 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)
Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified)
