26a Seymour Street, Hornby, Christchurch

Located at 26a Seymour Street, Hornby, Christchurch, this residential dwelling boasts 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1 carpark, covering a floor area of 81 square meters on a 400 square meter freehold land. The property features mixed materials for walls and an iron roof, both in average condition, set on a level contour. This charming cottage, having been under the same ownership for nearly 40 years, offers spacious open-plan living with a cathedral ceiling, a well-positioned kitchen, large double bedrooms, a separate laundry, and a double garage. It's designed for all-day sun with excellent indoor/outdoor flow to a private entertaining area and a low-maintenance section, just a short walk from shops, schools, parks, and Hornby Mall.

The property has seen a significant capital value increase from $345,000 in August 2019 to $520,000 in August 2022, marking a 50.72% growth. The latest sale recorded on February 19, 2024, was at $552,000, with a HouGarden AVM of $510,000. This indicates a strong and steady growth in value, making it an attractive investment opportunity.

Education is well catered for, with the property being zoned for several schools including Villa Maria College (Decile 9), Hornby High School Years 7-8 (Decile 3), St Thomas of Canterbury College (Decile 8), South Hornby School (Decile 4), Middleton Grange School (Years 11 - 13) (Decile 9), Aidanfield Christian School (Decile 8), Christchurch Adventist School (Decile 5), and Hagley Community College (Decile 6). These options provide a range of educational opportunities for families.