Former Geelong champion Shaun Higgins has achieved a major real estate goal by successfully selling his stunning Melbourne home for $3.36 million.
The 36-year-old retired AFL star and his wife Heidi bought the four-bedroom, three-bathroom, two-storey home in 2015 for $1.37 million.
This highly sought after property is located in Hampton, just 15km from Melbourne’s CBD, in the bayside enclave of Castlefield Estate.
The beautifully landscaped property features a swimming pool, study and meticulously maintained gardens.
Although no details of the sale have been made public, insiders confirmed the final price Herald Sun.
The house features a classic facade, complete with a white picket fence, while the interior combines ultra-modern style with touches of Old World elegance.
Shaun Higgins has scored a major property goal after putting his stunning Melbourne pad under the hammer for $3.36 million. Pictured with his wife Heidi
This highly sought after property is located in Hampton, just 15km from Melbourne’s CBD, in the bayside enclave of Castlefield Estate.
Notable design features include plantation shutters, bay windows and wooden floors, all of which emphasize the timeless appeal of the home.
The thoughtfully designed layout creates a holiday atmosphere with sliding doors in the kitchen and dining room on the ground floor that open to the backyard entertainment area.
Additional features include a backyard cubby house, putting green and pool house.
A second lounge on the ground floor can also serve as a study.
The master bedroom has a walk-in closet and a private bathroom with double sinks.
Other highlights include a breakfast island and private lounge area on the first floor.
Well known among football fans, Higgins played an impressive 260 games and scored 229 goals before retiring in 2022.
He started his career in first-class football with the Western Bulldogs Football Club in Melbourne and also played for North Melbourne.
No details of the sale have been made public, but insiders confirmed the final price to the Herald Sun newspaper. In the photo: the kitchen and dining area
Timeless design highlights include plantation shutters, bay windows and wooden floors
He eventually hung up his boots after two seasons and 23 games with Geelong.
The beloved midfielder won the prestigious Syd Barker Medal twice and was part of the All-Australian squad in 2018.
Shaun married Heidi in 2015 and the couple have a growing family, including their six-year-old daughter Rosie.
In 2021, they welcomed twins: a daughter, Emmeline, and a son, Harry.