86 Brunel Street MALVERN EAST

Comments on 86 Brunel Street MALVERN EAST

The casual observer of this home could be forgiven for assuming it is an original Californian Bungalow rather than a home built in 2002. The facade is true to the original form and the style looks right at home in this precinct.

This enduring and popular style could appeal to period buyers that love the old world character combined with the fact no additional money to upgrade is required as in some older homes. The layout replicates a traditional Cal-Bung double-fronter with bedrooms and a study either side of a central passage – it’s crisp and all works very well. At the back, even the functional fireplace adds to the traditional comfort vibe and the kitchen, meals and family room combine well.

The issues for a family to consider reside predominantly outside the home itself. A hedge from the adjoining tennis court runs the length of the block and will create overshadowing from the west. The swimming pool (the only original feature retained) takes up a sizeable chunk of the rear yard, compromising the  play space for kids. Some buyers (with younger kids) might investigate filling in the pool and re-landscaping and some buyers ( with older kids) may leave it and utilsie the surrounding parks.

It is refreshing to see a home where the only big project is outdoors, a buyer or two might relish this opportunity to make their mark on the property.