So close to town, Victory Square is on the up as buyers are drawn by affordable prices and the chance to add value in an up-and-coming area.
Gorrie Street is one of the hidden gems in a location which is rapidly transforming as house-proud owners replace renters.
Number 9 is a two-bedroom home tucked away in this quiet street behind a high paling fence.
You'll find much to like in this great example of an affordable home near the neighbourhood shops and park but in a private street away from the traffic.
The origins of this Gorrie Street house are 1950s, complete with lovely rimu floor, but this home has undergone contemporary updates by its owners of 15 years.
There's good insulation, LED lights, a renewed kitchen and bathroom, new roof, fresh paint and new carpet. A heat pump provides warmth and cooling.
You'll find extras like the HRV air circulation system and a drop-down ladder accessing a large storage space under the roof.
You'll enjoy relaxation and entertaining on the large, covered deck and the garden is securely fenced.
The house is wheelchair-friendly too with a ramp to the front deck and open shower with grab rails and seat which can be retained or not.
The house layout will appeal to a range of buyers, having its double bedrooms at either end of the house, separated by the lounge.
Ranch sliders access the deck from both the living room and main bedroom.
Couples and small families will love the easy-care 304 square metre section, with enough room for a vegetable garden.
There's good off-street parking, too, with a high-roofed car port for larger vehicles.
The neighbourhood is friendly and it's a brief stroll to the park and shops with the city also within walking distance.