Private leafy ground floor residence with dual outdoor entertaining

First home buyers and downsizers seeking affordable entry into a quiet, yet convenient locale simply must view this smart and spacious brick villa. <br/><br/>Freshly painted and featuring brand new Oak-style flooring throughout, the home offers move-in-ready comfort as well as scope to further enhance and add value if desired.<br/><br/>A functional single-level layout encompasses flowing open kitchen and living spaces plus two generous built-in bedrooms thoughtfully positioned away from the communal areas. <br/>Outside, a huge, fully fenced courtyard promises total privacy, a beautiful treetop aspect and shade sail cover to filter through touches of warming sunshine. Landscaped for low-maintence ease, the yard is perfect for alfresco entertaining, children, pets and residents who love their potted herbs or plants. <br/><br/>Complemented by high ceilings, plenty of natural light and fresh cross breezes, the well-insulated apartment also boasts security/insect screening throughout, a rare separate internal laundry room with direct outdoor access, and lock-up garage creating extra storage and a secure entry courtyard. Already fitted with new flooring, both the tidy kitchen and central bathroom would welcome a quick low-cost update to complete the home’s stylish redesign. <br/><br/>Situated in a well-maintained complex with very low body corporate fees (approx. $2100 p/a), this property in a high-capital growth location would make the ideal home or addition to any investment portfolio.<br/><br/>An easy walk to the local café and bakery, a 3-minute drive to Rochedale shopping centre with supermarket, extensive retail and medical amenities, it is also moments from transport and entry to the Pacific motorway. From here, residents will enjoy swift access to the Brisbane CBD and Airport, Gold Coast and Westfield Garden City. Close to quality schools, kindergartens and childcare centres, this multi-cultural lifestyle area is also surrounded by parks, walking or cycling tracks and fresh food markets.