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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. Described as "rare as hen's teeth," the fully renovated four-bedroom property at 86 Islington St features a distinctive creeping fig exterior and two off-street parks.
Unlike its neighbours, the home is not heritage-protected, offering buyers the flexibility to redevelop. This architecturally significant property is being sold by deadline through Ray White, presenting a rare opportunity in a prime Auckland location.
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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