28 Railway Crescent, Masterton

28 Railway Crescent is a slice of history ready for its next chapter. Built in 1924 by the New Zealand Railways Department as part of the railway settlement, this classic cottage still carries the hallmark features of its era – a centred front door with sash windows either side, native timber floors and weatherboard cladding.

With much of its original character still intact, the home is ready for renovation and offers plenty of potential to be transformed into something special. The cottage has a two-bedroom layout with separate living room warmed by a woodburner and a family/dining room with heat pump. A practical layout sees the bathroom, laundry, kitchen and a separate toilet at the rear of the home.

Recent updates mean you’re off to a good start, with a new roof and west side boundary fence already in place. Outside, the established 607 sqm section accommodates mature trees, a small shed, patio and off-street parking, with the cottage set back neatly from the quiet street.

A two-minute drive or five-minute walk to Masterton Station makes for an easy commute to Wellington.

This is a home with great bones, a rich history and an exciting future ahead – all it needs now is a fresh vision.