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5222 1177 ResCom Property & Finance Centre 191 Malop Street, Geelong www.rescomgeelong.com.au
Bannockburn Land Another Development
‘Breathe country air... ... and enjoy a great lifestyle’ • Boutique town block development • Less than 1 km to shopping centre • 15 mins to Geelong ring road • Underground power, water, phone • Most lots enjoy creek frontage • Stunning natural environment • House and Land packages available
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Drive through Bannockburn main street and turn first left over creek into Bruce St. Then first left into Willowbrae Way.
Call Tom Powell - 0400 151 159 ResCom Property & Finance Services Bannockburn 6 High St Bannockburn 5281 4444
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Teesdale Bakers Lane Estate - Stage 3
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Take Midland Hwy from Geelong. Turn off and continue through Bannockburn and Bakers Lane Estate is on the left just through the Teesdale township.
Town water Underground power Underground phone Sealed roads Rural fencing Crossovers
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SOLD 60 61 SOLD 62 64 65 SOLD 66 68 SOLD
10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 6,000 m2 8,103 m2 8,105 m2 6,000 m2 6,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 10,000 m2 11,130 m2
2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 1.483 ac 2.002 ac 2.003 ac 1.483 ac 1.483 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.471 ac 2.750 ac
$192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $175,000 $183,000 $183,000 $175,000 $175,000 $192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $192,000 $194,000
Call Tom Powell on 0400 151 159 ResCom Property & Finance Services Bannockburn and Geelong 6 High St Bannockburn Vic 3331 5281 4444
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5222 1177 ResCom Property & Finance Centre 191 Malop Street, Geelong www.rescomgeelong.com.au
Another Development
Inverleigh Land - Small Acreage
Beautiful Inverleigh! Stage 2 of this estate is now released
Another Development
Superb old growth Mannagum trees are an absolute feature of this very special land release in beautiful Inverleigh.
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2.59 acres 2.47 acres 4.94 acres 2.48 acres 2.47 acres 2.48 acres 2.49 acres 2.50 acres 2.48 acres 2.48 acres 2.49 acres 2.47 acres 2.47 acres
10,470 sq m 10,010 sq m 20,000 sq m 10,040 sq m 10,010 sq m 10,020 sq m 10,090 sq m 10,110 sq m 10,040 sq m 10,050 sq m 10,070 sq m 10,010 sq m 10,000 sq m
$325,000 $322,000 $355,000 $315,000 $315,000 $318,000 $315,000 $318,000 $318,000 $320,000 $320,000 $315,000 $318,000
A unique opportunity to preserve and enjoy a signiďŹ cant environmental heritage on your own land.
Call Tom Powell - 0400 151 159 ResCom Property & Finance Services Bannockburn 6 High St Bannockburn Vic 3331 ph 5281 4444
ResCom Property & Finance Services Bannockburn Vic 6 High St Bannockburn
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Big block with wide valley views his large home in Bannockburn provides stylish contemporary living in a relaxed rural setting. A family will enjoy ample breathing space in this four or five-bedroom home on its quarteracre block with outstanding valley views. The home boasts a number of living and dining areas due to its intelligent design. An outside covered alcove divides a back room into three parts, creating three dining spaces. The alfresco area is north-facing and perfect for a summer barbecue. The other two detached indoor dining areas could allow children and adults to eat separately when entertaining. One of these indoor dining areas is carpeted and the other is tiled. The home also boasts two lounge areas. One of these is stylishly set on a carpeted rectangle space within an open-plan area. The home’s kitchen is modern and functional with a large tiered island bench with space-efficient shelves. Tall stools on one side of this bench would create a breakfast bar or lovely place to chat while preparing dinner. The kitchen features a dishwasher, a pantry, a cavity for a fridge, a rangehood and gas stovetops, while multiple workstations and a double oven ensure the area is spacious. The home’s master bedroom has an en suite.
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Bannockburn Where: 1a Darriwell Dve Price: $445,000-$485,000 Inspect: By appointment Contact: Rene Pompe, ResCom Bannockburn, 0419 764 940, 5281 4444
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Throughout the home, red and brown feature-walls provide a classy atmosphere. A backyard is neatly landscaped with grass, gravel and concrete areas ideal for entertaining and a garden shed. A double garage provides secure storage and access to the backyard. The property is just a 10-minute walk from Bannockburn’s town centre and about half an hour’s drive from central Geelong.
Comfort and space on a big block N ew owners will enjoy the comfort and space this quality home offers. The 861-square-metre property in a quiet Lovely Banks estate features double garage, backyard, side yard, covered entertaining area as well as the spacious home. An open-plan living, dining and kitchen area is set on two levels to provide extra comfort for relaxing in front of a wood fire. The timber kitchen boasts a large walk-in pantry, a breakfast bar, ample bench space, a double stainless-steel sink and a wall oven. A formal lounge at the front of the home features three windows with decorative curtains. Floating timber provides flooring for this lounge room and the home’s bedrooms, while the communal areas and bathrooms are tiled. Buyers will enjoy the luxuries of this abode’s master bedroom with a large walk-in robe and an en suite complete with a spa. The en suite also features a double shower, a toilet and attractive timber cupboards above a large vanity. Two additional bedrooms are nearby and both feature mirrored built-in robes, curtains and drapes. The home’s main bathroom offers comfort to children or house guests with a twin vanity and a long mirror. A bathroom and a shower also share this space.
Lovely Banks
Where: 3 Cowan Crt
Price: $389,000-$419,000 Inspect: Saturday from 1.30pm - 2pm Contact: Ivan Fantela, Harcourts North Geelong, 0414 423 937, 5278 7011
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The home’s study adjoins a double garage at the front of the property, providing seclusion from the happenings in the house. Outside, a tall roof protects a spacious paved entertaining area that could be used in all seasons. A backyard is neat and low-maintenance with simple garden beds. The house is fitted with ducted heating and an alarm system.
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CORIO 22 Epsom Rd, Sat 11-11.30am. Harcourts North Geelong
GROVEDALE 92 Heyers Rd, Sat & Sun 1-1.30pm. Fruit Property
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NORLANE WEST 2, 62 Olympic Ave, Sat midday-12.30pm. Harcourts North Geelong
TORQUAY 14 Koomeela Dve, Sat & Sun 2-2.30pm. Fruit Property Real Estate page 4
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The Geelong, Bellarine & Surf Coast
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ESTUARY ESTATE
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Edgecliff - 108 Eastlakes
28 Paraffin Drive, Leopold Mel Ref: 468 C6 Open Friday to Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
8 The Rise, Arlington Rise Estate Mel Ref: 444 G8 Open Fri-Tues 1pm-5pm or by appointment
Sales Enquiries: Tony Certomo 0409 580 911 www.hotondo.com.au
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CONTEMPORARY LIVING FOR THE MODERN FAMILY
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Units/Houses Geelong 5222 1177
CLIFTON SPRINGS 17/34 Murradoc Road Custom built tilt slab warehouse with floor space of 111.6m2. Main road frontage. Short distance from town Centre.
$345pw
2/28 Maraboora Avenue 2 BR with BIR’s. Gas ducted heating & S/S. Dbl gge. Solar hot water. No pets.
$270pw avail now.
PORTARLINGTON
9 The Fairway, North Geelong
40 Clarke Street 3BR + study/sunroom. S/S H&C. Bay views.
$350pw
$370 pw – 4 Bedroom – Available now
18 Nottingham Street 3BR with BIR’s. R/C heating & cooling, large enclosed backyard. Pets Negotiable.
$240pw
Located in a quiet cul de sac just next to the former Geelong Golf course this lovely spacious four bedroom house offers: • Master bedroom with WIR & ensuite • Study/Parents retreat with own entry and A/C unit • Three other bedrooms with BIR's • Large lounge with gas heating & A/C • Open bright kitchen with gas cooking and meals area • Full width under-house storage • Double lock-up garage With cosmopolitan Geelong West within walking distance and close to the CBD & North Geelong Train Station this property will not be around for too long.
42 Tower Road 4 BR + study, (master w/ ensuite & WIR, all others w/BIR’s). Dbl carport & storage shed.
$340pw
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For more information contact ResCom Property & Finance Services Geelong on 5222 1177
TO LET BARWON HEADS, rural outlook, 4BR, 2 bathroom, 3 living areas, DLUG, $380pw. 0433 633 327.
RENT TO OWN Corio and surrounding suburbs. 3BR, 2 toilets, 2 showers, $350pw. Low income with Centrelink benefits, bad credits and 1st home buyers are welcome to apply. Medina Homes. 0426 807 977.
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FOR LEASE (COMMERCIAL) NORTH SHORE STORAGE SHED 120 square metres. Phone 0422 433 245.
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Units 1,2&4/158 Willis Street 3 brand new 2BR units w/OP meals/living. Rear courtyard. No pets. Unit 1: $240pw Unit 2: $250pw Unit 4: $270pw 148 Fenwick Street 3BR w/BIR’s, entertaining area, gge/workshop & lrg backyard.
$280pw
INDENTED HEAD 21 Warner Street 3BR. OP fire & ducted heating.
$300pw
5251 1611 19 Clifton Springs Rd Drysdale 3222 | www.stockdaleleggo.com.au/drysdale
127 Separation Street, North Geelong
PHONE: 5278 7011
$285pw avail 12/2 $370pw avail now $240pw avail 15/2
Units/Houses Bannockburn 5281 4444 WINCHELSEA - 3/75 Main Rd 2 BR, BIRs, courtyard, garage MEREDITH - 3/25 Wallace St 1BR unit, all elec, single c/port. private c/yard NORLANE - 7 Moa St 3 BR, refurbished, close to schools & shops CORIO - 4 Paulson St 3BR, gas appliances, A/C, dble garage BANNOCKBURN - 16 Victor St 3BR townhouse, ensuite, BIRs, dble garage C1001688-JL4-12
24 Hereford Street 3BR (2 w/BIR’s) Brand new OP kitchen & laundry. Lrg backyard & off street parking.
MANIFOLD HEIGHTS - 3/1 Roxby St 2 BR unit, central heating, r/c air, carport, no pets NORTH GEELONG - 9 The Fairway 4 BR & study, a/c, 2 bathrooms, gas, dbl gge WHITTINGTON - 4 Challenger Close 3 BR, gas, large garage
$230pw avail now $110pw avail now $180pw avail mid Feb $240pw avail 6/2 $340pw avail 20/2
ResCom Property & Financial Services Geelong Bannockburn 191 Malop St
4 High St
5222 1177
5281 4444
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BELL PARK BELL PARK BELL POST HILL CORIO CORIO HAMLYN HEIGHTS LARA NORLANE NORLANE NORLANE NORLANE NORTH GEELONG NEWTOWN
3 Milan St 41 Tallinn St 1/38 Braund Ave 5/1-3 Marilyn Cl 7/51-53 Merlin Cr 312 Church St 12 Teesdale Ct 1/5 Denver St 61 Alkira Av 75 Plume St 11 Watsonia Gr 152 Thompson Rd 2/1 Marshall St
3BR, fresh paint, sep dining with PFB’s, gas app, brick garage/workshop 4BR, BIRs, a/c, New Gas cooktop, Ceiling Fan, Sgle Gge, Close shops etc 3BR, BIRs, d/w, sep bath+shower, rem gge w/int access, gardener 1BR, BIR, gas heat, electric cooking, garage, close transport/shops 2BR, BIRs, gas appliances, sp/sys, c/port, shed, garden maint incl 3R, 2xBIR, gas appl, sunroom, encl yard, c/p w/roller door 3BR, ens/WIR, BIRs, shower, sep bath, gas appl, dbl carport, single garage 2BR, large lounge/open plan kit, gas heating, recent fresh paint, OSP 3BR, BIRs, recent reno, gas heat, elec appl, sh over bath, large backyard 2BR plus study, gas heating, private courtyard, single garage 2BR, 1xBIR, PFBs in liv areas, heat/cool, sh over bath, lrg yard, gge/shed 3BR, fr paint, BIRx1, 2 loose, gas heat, spa, sep sh, gge, gardener 3BR, exec t/house, sec sys, heat/cool, duct vac, rem gge +OSP, low maint c/y
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The Edgecliff design allows plenty of room for a growing family.
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The last remaining lots bordering the Barwon River are now selling - titles available this February! Riverfalls is the ultimate location with easy access to the Ring Road, Queens Park and nearby amenities. Agent on site Saturday 2:00 - 2:30pm Gartland Real Estate 59 Gheringhap Street Geelong, Victoria 3220 Tel: 03 5224 2204 Fax: 03 5229 0344
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The Geelong Golf Club Residential Estate is a stunning private enclave comprising of only 320 home sites with all that Geelong has to offer at your back doorstep. If you’re interested in a new lifestyle, we’re interested in making your dreams a reality.
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