Designer Art Deco Apartment in Iconic 'Watsonia'

As Brisbane takes its place on the international stage, its historically significant architectural landmarks continue to shine in prime lifestyle locations. New Farm's "Watsonia" exemplifies this, and this first-floor, easterly-facing apartment offers a rare opportunity to own a visually striking character home highly prized in the luxury market. Originally crafted by the renowned architectural firm Chambers and Ford and recently renovated with uncompromising attention to Art Deco and Spanish Mission detail, the residence exudes timeless sophistication as a private urban sanctuary.

The superior sense of livability is enhanced by intelligent functionality: a spacious living room opens to a delightful wallpapered sunroom, which captures river breezes through a large bank of leadlight windows. Perfect as a design studio or office, it currently doubles as a second generous bedroom. The master bedroom suite features an adjoining walk-in wardrobe through original French doors, which could readily be converted back into another bedroom. A new designer bathroom and well-appointed separate laundry have marble flooring, Wyer + Craw cabinetry and ample storage. A long gallery hallway leads into a light-filled kitchen with a breakfast nook and premium appliances. Custom Belgian linen Roman blinds, a striking antique French Art Deco bronze living room pendant, and imported brass and bronze designer picture lighting create a soft and cultured ambience.

Notable additions include secure tandem parking, new external sensor lighting, and a recently refurbished foyer and stairwell sympathetic to the building's original character, featuring substantial wainscoting, a herringbone-patterned stair runner, ambient stair lights, and an audio-visual intercom.

Conveniently located opposite the popular Hey Mr. cafe and within walking distance of the CBD, Howard Smith Wharves, New Farm Cinemas, New Farm Park, and James Street, 3/87 Moray Street offers, but is not limited to;

• Fully renovated designer apartment in the prestigious "Watsonia"
• Ideal easterly-facing corner, capturing natural light and river breezes
• Original architectural hardware, decorative plaster ceilings and French doors
• Elegant custom architraves, leadlight windows, timber and marble flooring
• Custom linen blinds, antique French Art Deco pendant, imported picture lighting
• Air-conditioning, abundant built-in storage, and soaring 2.77m ceilings
• Secure tandem parking with one covered bay and private storage cage
• Rear clothesline, fenced garden, and additional shared secure storage
• Recently refurbished foyer and stairwell, featuring a modern security system
• Walking distance to a bus and CityCat, CBD, and New Farm attractions

For further information or to arrange an inspection, please contact Nick Mogridge on 0423 059 709 or Annette Richards on 0433 100 433.

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School catchments

Holy Spirit School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 0.56km
New Farm State School Primary Prep-6 Government 0.86km
Music Industry College Secondary 11-12 Independent 1.0km
All Hallows' School Combined 5-12 Catholic 1.0km
Indie School, Logan - Brisbane City Campus Secondary Independent 1.1km
The BUSY School - Brisbane Campus Secondary Independent 1.2km
St James College Combined 5-12 Catholic 1.2km
Angelorum College Combined Prep-10 Independent 1.5km
Humanitas High School Secondary 7-11 Independent 1.6km
Brisbane Central State School Primary Prep-6 Government 1.7km
St Joseph's College - Waterford Place Campus Combined Catholic 1.7km
Fortitude Valley State Secondary College Secondary 7-12 Government 1.7km
Humanitas High School - Initial Campus Secondary Independent 1.8km
The Industry School - Brisbane Secondary 10-12 Independent 1.8km
Lourdes Hill College Combined 5-12 Catholic 1.8km
St Joseph's Primary School Primary Prep-6 Catholic 1.9km
St Joseph's College Combined 5-12 Catholic 1.9km
Anglican Church Grammar School Combined Prep-12 Independent 2.0km
IES College Secondary 12 Independent 2.0km
East Brisbane State School Primary Prep-6 Government 2.1km
Brisbane Girls Grammar School - Primary Campus Primary Independent 2.2km
Norman Park State School Primary Prep-6 Government 2.3km
Somerville House Combined Prep-12 Independent 2.4km

Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check catchment and enrolment eligibility with the school. School data © ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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