9 Carapooka Avenue Clifton Springs VIC 3222

| 585m² coastal block | 225m² brick home | 3-bed, 2-bath, study | quiet Clifton Springs pocket | no overlays This property offers a rare combination of generous land and substantial building footprint in a coastal pocket free of bushfire, flood, or heritage constraints, giving a buyer immediate positional advantage. The solid brick construction from 1985 and inclusion of a study and split-system air conditioning reduce immediate upgrade needs, making it particularly suited to families or first-home buyers seeking a move-in ready house with room to add value through cosmetic updates. The rental estimate of $520 per week provides a credible fallback for investors, though the primary case rests on securing a well-located, low-risk house in a school-zoned area with strong NBN and mobile coverage. The main risk is the price gap between the current listing range and recent estimated values, which suggests a buyer must negotiate firmly to avoid overpaying relative to the street’s $630,000 neighbour benchmark. The 2012 purchase price of $282,500 indicates significant capital growth already priced in, leaving less margin for short-term appreciation. Opportunity lies in the fully fenced yard and shed for family appeal, and the absence of overlays for future extension potential. Hold this property as a long-term family home or stable rental, not for quick flipping.