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‘Rare as hen’s teeth’ home that once belonged to All Black on market
70's Ponsonby home for sale once owned by former All Black Olo Brown
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A unique 1970s Ponsonby home, once owned by former All Black Olo Brown, is on the market. Located at 86 Islington St, the property is described as "rare as hen's teeth" for its modern architecture in a heritage villa area.
The fully renovated four-bedroom house features two off-street parks and a distinctive creeping fig exterior. Crucially, it is not under a heritage overlay, offering buyers the unique flexibility to redevelop the prime site—an option unavailable for neighbouring villas.
Peek inside this 70s-built home in Ponsonby
Ten years ago, the home was much less green and lush
Where on earth is this place?
The home is rare in the area, as it’s a more moden build.
Who lives here?
What drew her to the home?
The dining area opens onto a courtyard style garden, and through to the living room.
The owner chose to leave the spaces semi- sectioned off from one another
What’s so special about it?
The living room is set at the rear of the house.
The bathroom is a nod to the home's 70s origins.
The ivy is something else!
The “ivy” took a decade to grow.
It wraps right around the house, and is slowly making its way to the rear.
Who would buy a house like this?
How much will a place like this set me back?
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