42 Riddell Parade, Elsternwick, Vic 3185

While this large period home has enjoyed a long life and still possesses a multitude of lovely period features that will charm renovators, it's more likely that the future of this property lies in the hands of developers who will want to rebuild or redevelop (STCA) here. The location near cosmopolitan Elsternwick's shopping strip has much to do with the desirability of this property. It is in walking distance to trains, trams and the vibrant local cafe culture, shops, cinemas, parks and elite schools. Timber wall panelling with plate and picture rails, several open fireplaces, decorative ceilings and cornices, and deep window sills are features of the front of the residence, which has a substantial number of large rooms. There's a pedestrian right-of-way at the rear of the back garden, and the allotment size is approx 644sqm.