30 Strachan Way, Highbury, Palmerston North, Manawatu / Whanganui

A cul-de-sac location, a fenced lawn and neighbours only on three sides. This is the kind of setup every young family hunts for and rarely finds in this price bracket. If you’re upsizing from a starter home or finally wanting a backyard where the kids don’t share a fence with the street, this home is going to make sense from the moment you arrive.

Sitting on 607m² at the very end of the street, this 193m² brick home gives you proper separation between living, sleeping and utility zones. The lounge is a full-size gathering space, heated by both a wood fire and heat pump for winter security. Double doors let you close it off for movie nights while still keeping connection to the dining and kitchen areas when needed. The kitchen itself wraps around a corner bench with a gas hob, wall oven and enough storage for anyone who actually cooks or entertains.

Down the hall, three generous bedrooms sit in their own wing which is ideal for light sleepers or bedtime routines. The main bedroom includes a walk-in robe and ensuite while the family bathroom adds both a bath and separate shower for busy mornings and evening wind-downs. There's a separate toilet and dedicated laundry beside the internal-access garage, perfect for muddy boots, sports kits or pets after a run outside.

The backyard is flat, fully fenced and already equipped with a swing set for instant enjoyment. Add a trampoline and you have holiday-at-home energy without ever leaving. No rear neighbours either as the reserve sits quietly beyond the fence keeping things peaceful.

Weekends do not require a plan here. The Manawatu River walkway is close enough for scooter rides, bike laps or evening strolls while The Esplanade and Victoria Esplanade Playground are local staples. Shopping and healthcare are sorted too with The Plaza, Countdown and Palmerston North Hospital all a short drive away.

If you're after family function without sacrificing location, Kevin Jiang is taking viewings now. Make your move before someone else does.