Here's a smart opportunity to buy and add real value to this centrally located three-bedroom home. This well positioned property is ready for someone to show it some love and bring out its true potential. Whether you plan to live in the home, flip it, or rent it out, there is scope here to gain some real returns.

Built for the sun, this north-facing three-bedroom home offers a functional layout and is ready for a new owner to add their flair. Stepping inside you will find a semi open plan, kitchen, living and dining area which has wonderful morning and all-day sun streaming through the generous glazing and ranch slider.

Head off down the hallway which has two well-appointed storage cupboards, and you will find three bedrooms, two of which are north facing. Each of the bedrooms is well proportioned and contain wardrobes, with the master bedroom having a double wardrobe.

The bathroom contains a separate, shower, bath and vanity and slightly further along you will find the separate toilet and access to the garage and laundry. The garage and laundry have handy direct access out to the rear yard and rotary washing line.

The low-maintenance construction materials help keep ongoing costs in check, while the attached single garage, garden shed and good off-street parking deliver the storage and convenience buyers and tenants look for. Out the back, an easy-care, fully fenced rear section offers space for the kids' trampoline and swings, making it ideal for family living or appealing to those looking to rent.

With the bones of the landscaping in place which include mature citrus trees and grape vines, a bit of elbow grease will have this rear yard looking spick and span in no time. Best of all, the property adjoins Apanui School, giving excellent privacy, amenity and strong long-term appeal in a convenient central Whakatane location.

Whether you're an investor seeking a value-add project, a renovator ready to create equity, or a buyer looking to customise a home for you and your family, this property presents a clear path to add improvements.

Secure it now, add the value later.

Expecting interest above $275,000, so inspect and secure this opportunity to unlock its full potential before someone else does.

Bayleys Whakatane is pleased to be selling 3A Pounama Place, Whakatane on an as is where is basis, by way of Auction (unless sold prior), at 10.30am, Tuesday, 8 December 2026 at The Comm, 45 The Strand, Whakatane