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Last of the big sites: Will this grand old villa vanish?
Rare Parnell villa for sale as buyers favour renovation over redevelopment.
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A rare Edwardian villa at 3 Cowie St, Parnell is for sale on a large 923m² section. The 116-year-old home has no heritage protection and is zoned for Terraced Housing or Apartment Buildings, allowing for significant redevelopment.
Despite its development potential, agents at Bayleys Remuera report that current interest is focused on renovating the cherished four-bedroom kauri villa, not demolition. The property is for sale by negotiation, with price expectations upwards of $4 million.
Close to Parnell Rd, the Auckland Domain and Museum, the property is highlighted at the bottom of this photo. Photo: Bayleys
The villa is the largest unsubdivided residential site in the street. Photo: Bayleys
The house is built from solid kauri and all the original features have been retained. Photo: Bayleys
A Look Inside the Historic Villa
The owners say the house has been filled with music over the years. Back in the day, formal dining rooms were large enough to host serious dinner parties.
This room has been a cosy home office. Photo: Bayleys
The kitchen and family living area opens to the rear deck. Photo: Bayleys
Sun streams into the front bedrooms on the upper level, where a balcony provides pretty views. Photo: Bayleys
The listing agents say interested parties have so far talked about a renovation, not a relocation or demolition. Photo: Bayleys
There are two bathrooms in the house, one on each floor. Photo: Bayleys
And this is the bar built within the former wash house out the back. Photo: Bayleys
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