13/28 Williamson Ave, Grey Lynn, Auckland

URBAN PRIZE - St Clair Terraces

Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and tandem carparking - seven good reasons this city-fringe pad is a cut above the rest.

Located just metres from the bustling Ponsonby precinct with world-class retail, restaurants and entertainment offering an exceptional upmarket lifestyle, the refurbished St Clair Terraces are a popular position with owner-occupiers who know how to take advantage of city spoils.

Cleverly configured on the corner with contemporary features, the 2.7 metre-high stud ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows certainly give the impression she's bigger than her 148 square metres (more or less).

With a versatile and low-maintenance layout, the ground floor offers a double bedroom with bathroom adjacent and private perimeter courtyard perfect for guests, surly teenagers or a smart study/work from home space.

The clean, classic colour palette ensures you'll make this residence your own with second floor living lined by polished timber flooring, flowing effortlessly from the recently renovated kitchen to a north-west facing balcony.

Immaculately presented from the bottom to the top, the third and final floor offers a generously large master suite with capacious windows and storage rarely seen in 'lock-up-and-leave' style abodes, plus additional double bedroom and large tiled bathroom.

Comparable to new developments (without the price tag), triple the opportunity exists here for families, executive professionals and retirees wishing to capitalise on Aucklands growing profile.

BC Levy = $5,743.16 per annum.

Rates = $2,645.68 per annum.