78 Otipua Road, Kensington, Timaru

Deadline Sale 12 October 2026

5

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

3

Garages

+25

+24

More than meets the eye

Deadline Sale: 1:00pm Monday 12th October (unless sold prior) Privately tucked behind mature hedging, this substantial 320sqm brick home offers exceptional space and flexibility for a growing or extended family. An extensive renovation in 1995 enhanced the back end of the home, improving flow and adding valuable modern functionality. Set on a generous 1,606sqm section, there's room for kids to play, gardens to flourish and projects to thrive. Inside, the home features five bedrooms, two bathrooms and three toilets, a dedicated office, and a downstairs rumpus room - ideal for work, study, play or extra living space. The master includes its own ensuite, while the remaining rooms cater easily to family, guests or dependants. The kitchen and dining sit at the heart of the home, flowing into a spacious living room warmed by a log fire. A sealed driveway leads to three bays of basement garaging, complete with workshop space and excellent storage. With its generous proportions, versatile layout and private setting, this is a home that offers far more than you'd expect from the street. If your family needs more space, this one is well worth a look.

Chattels

Fixed floor coverings, Rangehood, Dishwasher, Heated towel rail(s) x 1, Heat pump(s) x 1, Garden Shed x 2, Bathroom Extractor Fans x 2, Window Coverings, Wall Oven x 1, Auto Garage Door Opener (2) and Remote, Bath, Central Vacuum, Clothesline, Irrigation System (Lawns), Letterbox, Light Fittings, Mirrors (2), Refrigerator (Negotiable - as is where is), Security Lighting (Down Back), Security System (Alarm), Solar Panel and Accessories (2010), Waste Disposal, Eco Heater on Thermostat (Front Bedroom), 2 Freezers - Washhouse (Negotiable) Smoke System - Wired in, Heat Transfer System, Scope Heater in Kitchen (as is where is), Clothes Airer, Winch/Trolley and container (Negotiable),Heater with thermostat (Rumpus room)
78 Otipua Road, Kensington, Timaru

Web ID

TMU235879

Floor area

320m2

Land area

1,606m2

LV

$320,000

RV

$830,000

5

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

3

Garages
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)

Monday, 12 October 2026, 1.00pm

Upcoming open home(s)
Mon 28 Sep 12:45PM - 01:15PM

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