Epping couple sell family home on wedding anniversary

Sabine and Thomas Heidt sold their beloved Epping home on their 35th wedding anniversary. Picture: Ray White Wollert

A couple celebrating 35 years of marriage marked the milestone with an unexpected bonus on Saturday, selling their much-loved Epping home for $662,500 under the hammer.

Sabine and Thomas Heidt, who have lived at 4 Ravensthorpe Lane for nine years, described the sale as “meant to be” after bidding built steadily between three registered and five active bidders.

“It was such a special day, a double celebration really,” Mrs Heidt said.
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“Everything lined up beautifully, and we joked the sale felt a bit like our marriage, strong, enduring and full of good surprises.”

The two-storey townhouse sits opposite parkland and a local school, blending crisp modern lines with a warm family feel.

Large windows and sliding doors allow light to pour through the open-plan living and dining zone, which connects to a private courtyard, a favourite space for quiet mornings and easy entertaining.

The Heidts said selling their home on such a milestone day felt “meant to be” and “a perfect sign the timing was right.” Picture: Ray White Media

A bright, modern kitchen anchors the open-plan living space, combining clean lines with family warmth. Picture: Ray White Wollert

The kitchen’s streamlined layout, stainless-steel appliances and timber-toned floors complete the lower level, while three bright upstairs bedrooms capture leafy park views.

“The house was solid and easy to love,” Mrs Heidt said.

“You’d hear kids laughing from the oval, parcels dropped at the door, and everyone looked out for one another, it was such a good community.”

Sunlight fills the open-plan living zone, where glass doors open to the courtyard, a favourite spot for relaxed weekends. Picture: Ray White Wollert

Upstairs bedrooms capture soft northern light and treetop views, creating a calm retreat for new owners. Picture: Ray White Wollert

With $530,000-$580,000 price hopes, the home drew steady attention from young families and first-home buyers before a local family secured it at auction.

Located near Lyndarum and Daylesford parks, Epping North Shopping Centre and Epping Views Primary School, the home combines suburban peace with everyday convenience, one of the key attractions for bidders, according to onlookers.

The Heidts are now preparing to move to Preston, trading Epping’s quiet streets for a lifestyle closer to galleries, markets and family.

A low-maintenance courtyard with greenery offers a sunny spot for morning coffee and easy entertaining. Picture: Ray White Wollert

“Epping has been wonderful while we were working, but Preston feels right for this next chapter,” Mrs Heidt said.

“It’s closer to the places we love like Melbourne’s restaurants and gallery’s, this sale just felt like the perfect sign that the timing was right.”

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