216 Elgin Road, Balaclava, Dunedin

A crowd pleaser with timeless comfort

Positioned at the end of Elgin Road, this home offers a quiet and peaceful place to reside and enjoy. Beautifully renovated, this 1950s classic is a true crowd-pleaser. With excellent street appeal, thoughtful landscaping, and a warm, inviting feel throughout, it's the kind of home that will suit a wide range of buyers, from families to couples and downsizers alike.

Set on a sun-soaked 488sqm low maintenance section, the home effortlessly blends character details with modern upgrades. Step inside to polished timber floors and a light-filled open-plan kitchen and living area that flows through French doors to a cosy lounge, complete with a feature gas fire as its centrepiece. A heat pump, heat transfer system, and substantial insulation in the ceiling and floor provide year-round comfort.

Interior Features:
Three well-proportioned bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes
Open-plan kitchen/dining/living with polished timber floors
Lounge space that can be open or closed off with French doors - ideal for flexible living
Timeless family bathroom with bath and shower
Separate toilet for everyday convenience
Recent tile roof (2020), woollen carpet, and double glazing
Heat pump, gas fire, and heat transfer system supported by ceiling and underfloor insulation

Exterior Features:
Attractive 1950s roughcast cladding with fresh, modern appeal
Fully landscaped, low-maintenance section with mature plantings and great street presence
Private, sun-filled backyard with a peaceful outdoor seating area under established trees
Large single garage with storage/music room
Basement storage plus off-street parking in front of the garage down the private driveway
Located within easy walking distance of Mornington's popular cafes, shops, schools, and public transport, this is low-maintenance living without compromise.

Whether you're looking for a home to grow into or a place to slow down in style, 216 Elgin Road offers space, privacy, and timeless appeal in a location that continues to be one of Dunedin's most desirable.