23 Gilby Street, Linwood

Restore and reimagine

This charming early 1900s century worker’s cottage is awaiting a new owner to renovate and restore. The street is full of a delightful collection of homes constructed between 1860 and the early 1900s, with a lot of restored examples keeping with the street’s character overlay. Finding this untouched gem on the edge of the four avenues ready for restoration will be the envy of many.

The three-bedroom worker’s cottage has a floor area of 90sqm, the layout is functional as it is or could be reconfigured. The kitchen is located at the back of the house and could be opened up to the large west facing garden allowing for great outdoor entertainment potential. On either side of the front entry sit large bedrooms with the living and third bedroom located in the middle of the cottage.

Sited on 443sqm of TC2, Residential Medium Density land gives you a unique offering in an area rich with history. The house sits at the front of the section allowing for a large area where the cottage could be extended or the land could be developed further. The cottages in this area in recent years has slowly been renovated to create modern family homes. Currently vacant, the property has been used for short term accommodation close to the city centre. You could move in and make alterations yourself over time or get started on your new city fringe project immediately.

Located only one block from favoured local eateries Little Poms and Pomeroy’s pub, it is also a leisurely 20-minute stroll or a five-minute car ride from the thriving inner-city, providing the very best of suburban convenience.

This property had its earthquake repairs completed and is currently fully insured. Our vendors are needing a sale, so they can purchase their dream home outside of Christchurch.