12 Deborah Street, Kelso QLD 4815

Kelso 809m² block | 3-bedder with dual living potential | Drive-through side access | 6.5kW solar | Quiet pocket This property’s primary buying case rests on its unusual configuration—a 149m² footprint on a generous 809m² lot with drive-through access and a separate downstairs rumpus and workshop. That layout effectively offers a dual-living or income-ready floorplan without requiring a second dwelling, which is rare in this price bracket. The recent exterior updates and solar system reduce immediate holding costs, while the fully fenced block with electric gate suits buyers needing secure storage for a caravan, boat, or trade vehicle. It serves best a buyer who values flexibility over finish—someone prepared to add a downstairs bathroom or laundry themselves to unlock genuine multi-generational or rental potential. The main risk is the upstairs-only bathroom, which limits the downstairs space to a rumpus or hobby room unless council approval is sought for an additional wet area—a cost that should be factored into any offer. The 2002 purchase price of $85,000 and the current estimated range of $450k–$580k suggest the asking price sits above recent comparable sales, so negotiation room likely exists. Location is solid but not premium: Kelso is a family-oriented suburb with good school catchment and low turnover, meaning capital growth will track the broader Townsville market rather than outperform. Hold for steady rental yield or add the second bathroom to reposition it as a true dual-living property for stronger resale.