Knowing your neighbours, having the beach within walking distance and being able to wander up to Bastion Point for some of Auckland's best sunrise and sunset views offers significant benefits. Add a substantial family home into the mix and 31A Te Arawa Street starts looking like a pretty smart place to put down roots - or as a next step for your family.

Set back from the road on a quiet right of way, this substantial home is peaceful, private and exceptionally well set up for family life. Four bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and generous living are joined by a separate family room with its own kitchenette, giving extended family, guests, teenagers or boarders their own space when required.

• 221sqm floor area on a 490sqm freehold site

• Four bedrooms plus separate family room with kitchenette

• 2.5 bathrooms, including master ensuite

• Master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe

• North/east aspect and elevated position

• Double garage with internal access plus off-street parking

• Easy-care section

• Building report available

The setting is superb - walk through the reserve to Mission Bay for a swim, coffee or dinner, head up to Takaparawhau for the views, or take the Orakei Basin loop when a little exercise is called for. Eastridge and Orakei Bay Village provide the practical stuff, while the waterfront paths keep extending the options for getting out and about. Te Arawa Street has an active residents' network, friendly neighbours and the sort of community spirit that is increasingly difficult to find.

This is the sort of Orakei address that makes sense for a family wanting more space, a multigenerational household, or a downsizer who still wants room for visitors and a life beyond home. Motivated sellers encourage your early offers.

We collaborate with every agency, so if you have buyers that may be interested please call Mike today.