The first home buyer or astute investor will take notice of this exceptional opportunity that awaits. Occupying a street frontage position and set within a quiet tree-lined road, beyond the picket fence lies a three bedroom weatherboard home bursting with potential to renovate and reap the rewards of your hard labour. With only two dwellings on the block, this charming residence exudes abundant character and warmth combined with leadlight windows, high ceilings and polished floorboards to develop the feeling of yesteryear and could easily complement and merge beautifully with modern updates in the future. The inviting, open plan living area presents a homely, lived-in feel and incorporates a country style kitchen containing ample cupboard space, gas oven/stove and sufficient room to upgrade with your own ideas. The tiled bathroom is fully functional with shower over bath and is located only steps away from the generously proportioned bedrooms. The master provides a soothing space to rest, further enhanced by twin double built-in robes for abundant storage and leadlight windows that soak up views of the front garden. With plentiful areas to relax and unwind, the home also affords an arresting covered verandah overlooking the fully enclosed and secure double-access courtyard?an ideal play area for young children or pets. Bring along your green thumb and take advantage of the blank canvas to create your own oasis. Additional benefits include; sizable front yard, front porch, gas heater, linen press and single carport. The location provides every convenience at your disposal; only a short stroll to buses, Merrindale Shopping Centre and Eastfield Park with Tarralla Creek walking trails, as well as close proximity to Croydon shops and train station, Swinburne TAFE, Tinternvale Primary School, Tintern Grammar, Eastfield Mall, Eastland Shopping Centre, golf course and EastLink freeway. A smart option for the savvy buyer, this affordable residence offers a bright future.