66 Hamilton Rd, Moorooka
A Brisbane church ripe for a luxury conversion has been billed as a holy grail for developers and renovators.
Unlike most heritage-style buildings, the property at 66 Hamilton Road, Moorooka is completely free of restrictive council character overlays.
The five-bedroom, one-bathroom sanctuary sits across an 870sqm double block and has existing approvals for both residential and commercial use, giving buyers a divine blank canvas just 9km from the CBD.
Heaven-sent opportunity for a visionary buyer
The owners used the space to operate their business
For house hunters seeking a spectacular project without the cross of red tape, the listing might just be the answer to their real estate prayers.
Brisbane couple Clare and Damon Joseph bought the property in 2017 to house a specialised counselling and pastoral education business, but are now downsizing to the inner city.
“The gates are now open for a visionary buyer to transform the structure into a breathtaking residence or to capitalise on the LMR zoning by exploring a multi-dwelling development,” Ms Joseph said.
Two lots will be sold as one, each with a 10m frontage
The couple has preserved an array of original elements discovered after their purchase, integrating the building’s rich history into their modern workspace.
“When we took over, we found so many original treasures hidden under the house, including a spiral staircase just waiting to be repurposed,” Ms Joseph said.
“From a kneeling pew repurposed as a room divider to a hidden storage space beneath the stage – reminiscent of a wine cellar – the building is rich with niche features that would make for an incomparable luxury home.
“The general vibe of the place is simply breathtaking. The height of the ceilings and the sheer feeling of the space drew us in immediately.”
It’s approved for both residential and commercial use
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At one stage in the property’s varied history, a previous owner even converted the altar stage into a bedroom.
Marketed by Ray White Collective sales agent Meaghan Bakker, the dual-lot property is zoned for low-medium density residential, meaning buyers could also explore splitting the block and developing multiple dwellings.
With existing parking for six cars and potential to resurrect the space, buyers will have the chance to take a leap of faith when the property goes to auction at The Calile Hotel on Saturday, May 16.
A past owner converted the altar stage into a bedroom
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