Northcote

Description of the home

One of 14 flats. Dennis Station (on the Hurstbridge line) at the end of the street. 250 and 251 bus stop at the other end of the street. 15 minute walk to Westgarth (or catch the train one stop) for an 86 tram stop, Terra Madre organic supermarket, and the Palace Cinema Westgarth. 15 minute walk (or catch the train one stop) to Fairfield in the other direction for IGA and other shops and restaurants. Quiet neighbourhood, and quiet friendly neighbours. Old fashioned double brick walls means I rarely hear my neighbours unless they are chatting to each other outside. Previous owner installed split system air con in the living area before they sold the property a couple of months ago. A set of two Coles supermarkets (yes I know...bad luck if you prefer Woollies!) at Northcote Plaza, a 10 minute drive or a 30 minute walk.

On the not so plus side I live in an old, rather neglected, (by the previous owners) building
The new owners have just informed me the rent is going up 55%!!! As I am on an age pension and have a small part time job there is no way I can afford this kind of increase. I love living in this location so I am looking for someone to help me out. Hence the need to find someone to cover the increase rather than half the rent. Am in the process of trying to negotiate with the property manager to reduce the proposed increase. If successful the rent for the room will be adjusted accordingly

Home features

• Air-conditioning
• Living area heating
• Clothes washer
• Clothes dryer

Bills and expenses

NBN $95 per month. Electric $41 per fortnight. Gas $27 per fortnight. Your share included in your rent