8 Rapid Avenue,
Colonel Light Gardens 5041, South Australia

Nestled in a suburb celebrated for its timeless character, generous allotments and quiet, tree-lined streets, this c1926 classic bungalow provides the perfect family lifestyle with both comfort and appeal. Behind its award-winning street presence (2024 Colonel Light Gardens Best New Front Yard Award), you'll find immaculate landscaping, automatic irrigation, and a calm, welcoming entry that sets the tone for the entire home. Offering excellent family amenities and abundant shedding and parking, this charming property doesn't just look the part - it lives it.

The main residence features three light filled bedrooms, each with built-in robes and ceiling fans, along with a fourth bedroom or dedicated study, ideal for working from home.

The family bathroom has been completely renovated with beautiful floor to ceiling tiles, a bathtub and quality modern finishes. Built-in cupboards add to the home's functionality and convenience. The laundry is well-appointed with new cupboards and flooring, adjacent toilet and direct outdoor access, making everyday tasks practical and effortless.

A warm and inviting living area is serviced by split-system heating and cooling and a cosy combustion heater. Whether it's busy weekday mornings or slow weekends, this central space is perfectly designed. Seamlessly flowing into the kitchen, beautifully complimented with stone benchtops and modern appliances, creating a practical and stylish space for everyday cooking and entertaining.

A standout feature of the property is the fully self-contained granny flat/studio, offering exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or even a private retreat for older children. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, the studio includes its own bedroom, bathroom, living area and kitchen, providing complete independence from the main home. Modern comforts such as ceiling fans, split-systems A/C and laminate flooring add to the appeal.

Outside, the home transforms into a superb entertaining space. The beautifully maintained backyard features a pergola with a built-in heater for year-round enjoyment, lush lawns, while mature trees attract an abundance of birdlife. The property also includes two separate sheds - a dedicated garden shed for equipment and firewood, and a larger shed, with electricity, providing generous storage capacity.

Benefit from easy access to excellent local schools including Colonel Light Gardens Primary and Cabra College, as well as a variety of popular cafes and eateries. Shopping and daily convenience are close at hand, with supermarkets, and local shopping precincts nearby. This home offers the ideal family lifestyle in a sought after and tightly held spot, making it a rare opportunity to call your own.

More reasons to love this home:

. Classic c1926 solid-brick bungalow on 700sqm (approx)
. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms total across main house and studio
. Award-winning front garden - 2024 CLG Best New Front Yard Award
. Beautiful high ceilings and original polished timber floors
. Ducted & split-system air conditioning + combustion heater
. Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and living
. Ceiling fans in studio with split-systems A/C
. Modern kitchen, with stone benchtops
. Fully renovated bathroom
. Laundry with outdoor access
. Landscaped front and backyard with automatic irrigation
. Outdoor entertaining pergola with a built-in heater
. Two sheds: garden shed for tools + large storage shed
. Carport & parking for 3 additional vehicles
. 10 kw solar system (25 panels)
. Nearby Schools: Colonel Light Primary School, St Joseph's, Scotch College, Cabra College

Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions. If this property is to be sold via auction the Vendors Statement may be inspected at 24 The Strand, Colonel Light Gardens for 3 consecutive business days and at the property for 30 minutes prior to the auction commencing. RLA 276447.