6 Ruskin Street
Taringa QLD 4068

Enviable location, this fabulous five-bedroom, three-bathroom, light and bright Queenslander right in the heart of Brisbane’s premier educational hub, has it all. Set over three levels and nestled among private mature gardens complete with tiled pool and double garage, this amazing inner-west sanctuary is within seven minutes of the CBD, less than five to UQ, walking distance to St Peters Lutheran College, Indooroopilly State High, Brigidine College and Ironside Primary.

While lovingly cared for and in excellent condition this home presents wonderful scope for thoughtful modernisation. This is a rare opportunity to secure a substantial, character-rich Queenslander in one of Brisbane’s most tightly held pockets, offering immediate comfort with the promise of future growth and solid capital gains.

Access to the residence is via a charming entry portal that is flanked by a window-seat and a built-in desk-to-ceiling bookcase that joins a sunlit and open TV/lounge room. From here, a passageway provides access to the main bathroom and three bedrooms, all with built-in robes and desks. The front double bedroom, with large sash windows overlooking the streetscape, has a Juliette balcony and private deck. There is an adjacent bathroom comprising a bath and shower. Upstairs, is the large, carpeted master ensuite bedroom, also with built-in robes, split-level air-conditioning and far-reaching district views.

The open-plan living on the main level features a well-designed kitchen with quality appliances. An island bench presents a welcoming hub for daily activities. From the kitchen window there are pleasant views of the upper garden and pool area.

The dining/living areas, spacious and homely flow out from here featuring delightful timber floors, high ceilings and patterned cornices as well as a functioning fireplace with mantelpiece.

Opposing French doors from this area lead into two enclosed light and airy rooms. One is being used as an artist’s studio with full-height, concertina sliding glass doors that also look out onto the pool and garden. The other enclosed room has full-length windows and access to a private deck and lower garden. It also has great views over the valley towards St Lucia.

Downstairs, gained via external access is a media room that can easily double as another bedroom, or teenage retreat. With a private entrance and alternative street access it could also be converted into a home office. There is also a light-filled, good-sized separate laundry, with its own access.

Outdoors, the home continues to delight with a private, mature garden, tiled swimming pool and multiple decks designed for relaxed living and effortless entertaining.
Last but not least, this gracious family home with its huge potential is a five minute walk to the local shops, has public transport on doorstep and is equidistance from Indooroopilly and Toowong Shopping Centres. It is also a mere three-iron shot to St Lucia Golf Links and its renowned 100-acre bar and restaurant, with river access and Indooroopilly Golf Club just up the road.

The sale of this property offers the opportunity to secure a large, lovely family home in an exceptional location. The convenience of its positioning cannot be overstated, beating the traffic every time. In addition, buyers with vision will immediately see the opportunity to refresh bathrooms, update finishes or reimagine internal/external spaces to elevate the property into a considerably higher price bracket — all the while preserving its irresistible character and strong architectural bones.