153 Bleakhouse Road, Mellons Bay, Manukau City, Auckland

Auction 11 November (unless sold prior)

A 1960s original with sea views and serious upside, this is one of the most compelling opportunities to surface in the eastern bays this year. Sitting on a sweeping 1429sqm site, this elevated ocean-vista setting offers not just scope to reimagine, but a springboard to create something truly spectacular in one of East Auckland's most coveted streets.

Set high on popular Bleakhouse Road, the home itself is brimming with personality and potential. Crafted by the original owner, the solid bones remain, including an upper-level layout with open plan lounge, dining and kitchen, three bedrooms, a bathroom and access to a sun-soaked deck. Downstairs, a throwback rumpus, garage and workshop hint at what once was, and what could be again.

But let's be honest, this is not a home you buy for what it is today. This is a future-focused opportunity in a blue chip location. Zoned Single Housing but with subdivision potential, this could be your chance to build your forever home and sell off a section to ease the mortgage. Or take the full site and bring in the architect to deliver the ultimate Macleans-zoned residence.

The rear of the property backs onto lush established greenery, adding a layer of privacy and a sense of retreat, while the outlook sweeps across the water from Mellons Bay to Pine Harbour. It's also in zone for all the top schools, Macleans College, Mellons Bay Primary and Howick Intermediate, plus just moments to Eastern Beach, Bucklands Beach and the cafés and charm of Howick Village.

This is the definition of a 'worst house, best street' scenario, but in a suburb where even the worst is still wrapped in million-dollar views. Savvy developers and renovators will not want to miss this!