PHOTO: No. 20 Fortescue St in Chiswick sold prior to auction. Source: Supplied

Buyers loved the potential of a prime waterfront home in one very popular inner west suburb, with a family snapping it up prior to auction for a very tasty figure.

A prime waterfront home in Chiswick with plenty of potential has sold prior to auction.

The five-bedroom house at 20 Fortescue St was snapped up by a young family looking to take advantage of the rare offering and build their dream home on the block.

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