Along with its many recent updates including a contemporary new kitchen and laundry, new floor coverings and window treatments, and improvements to its facade and gardens, this exceptional home and land parcel also has DA approval for a 2-lot subdivision and the erection of second two storey dwelling. The home's position on a 443sqm corner parcel with approximate 36.5m frontage and side lane access allowing for easy construction, makes it a superb choice for investors, large or extended families and builders or developers looking to capitalise at a family-friendly address. Sitting behind a rendered front fence giving it a sense of privacy, the existing home is staged over two light-filled levels featuring a choice of living areas centred around the kitchen where stone benches, an induction cooktop and subway-tiled splash back combine to provide an attractive space for the home cook. There are two bedrooms on ground floor crowned on the upper level by a spacious master with walk-in robe. Outdoors, there is a private garden, courtyard and pool, along with a pool house with second bathroom and secure parking for two vehicles. This exciting real estate prospect is positioned at the gateway to the walk and cycleway of the Fernleigh Track and central to Newcastle's vibrant CBD, beaches and major retail destinations. - Updates include new lighting, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, roller blinds - Freshly painted inside and out along with new garage doors to secure parking - Contemporary new kitchen with induction cooktop, dishwasher and stone benches - Plush new carpet to staircase and bedrooms - Winter fire provides seasonal comfort - All three bedrooms with new built or walk-in robes - Fenced gardens with new turf and repaved courtyard and driveway - Stroll to St Pius X and Kotara High schools as well as Westfield Kotara with ease