51 Wilshire Street
Dickson
Dickson
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For Sale: Auction 1/11/25
Classic mid-century family home with endless potential in the heart of Dickson
Offered to the market for the first time in 65 years, this well-loved family residence captures the essence of mid-century design with light-filled interiors, clean lines and timeless functionality. Cherished by the same owners since it was built, the home has been the setting for decades of family life where children grew up and generations gathered. Now, as the next chapter begins, it offers a wonderful opportunity for new owners to create their own story in the highly sought-after suburb of Dickson. Positioned on a generous block within minutes of the Dickson shops, it combines retro charm with enormous potential to renovate, extend or rebuild in one of the Inner North's most desirable locations.The home showcases a versatile floor plan with two separate living areas, a dining room and four bedrooms providing flexibility for families. One bedroom is ideally positioned as a study or home office. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the living and dining areas, offering scope to update while retaining its classic character. The main bedroom includes an ensuite, while three additional bedrooms are serviced by the main bathroom with shower and bath.
North-east orientation to the front ensures abundant natural light through large picture windows, enhancing the home's warm and inviting atmosphere. Front and rear entertaining spaces flow effortlessly into leafy established gardens, creating a private setting for relaxed family living. The home also includes a single garage with workshop space, adding practicality and potential.
Located just moments from Dickson's vibrant shopping precinct, cafés and restaurants, the home enjoys access to light rail, excellent schools and the city centre, and is within walking distance to Daramalan College, Emmaus Christian School and North Ainslie Primary School. Combining nostalgic charm with opportunity, this is a true classic ready for its next era.
Features
• Four-bedroom family home
• All bedrooms with built-in robes
• First time offered in 65 years
• Classic mid-century design with clean lines and natural light
• Potential to renovate, extend or rebuild
• Two spacious living areas plus dining room
• Main bedroom with ensuite
• North-east orientation to the front
• Ducted gas heating
• Split system heating and cooling in rear living area
• Front and rear entertaining spaces
• Established gardens
• Single garage with space for workshop
• Minutes to Dickson shops, cafés, restaurants and light rail
• Close to quality schools and Canberra City
Figures (approx.):
• Living size: 195m²
• Garage size: 28m²
• Block size: 769m²
• Rates: $5,400 p.a
• Land tax (investors only): $11,500 p.a
• UCV (2025): $989,000