Queenslander offers private granny flat for adult kids saving for deposits

17 Kinmond Ave, Wavell Heights goes to auction on October 17. A century-old Queenslander with a self-contained granny flat is offering families a solution for adult children saving for a home deposit. The Wavell Heights property includes a self-contained granny flat giving young adults their own space with mum and dad close by. Aerial view of 17 Kinmond Ave, Wavell Heights. Relax poolside. For owners Melissa and Mark Allara, the space has already earned its keep through years of teenage sleepovers, school assignments, music rehearsals and rugby weekends as they raised their blended family of four children. “If those walls could talk,” Mrs Allara said. “It’s a beautiful opportunity to have your child segue into independent living while being able to save for their own home deposit at the same time.” The house from the street. 17 Kinmond Ave, Wavell Heights. MORE NEWS: Sold for $2.6m, yours for $2 Boomers ‘must sell’ to ease housing pressures Developer starts construction on tower before sales launch The property is listed with Place Ascot director and selling agent Drew Davies, who said the separate living quarters gave buyers a way to plan beyond their children’s school years. “Chi...