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Overview
Set on a quiet street directly opposite the serene Birrung Park and overlooking the shores of White Bay, this charming terrace house, built circa 1917, offers a rare blend of peace and convenience. Its elevated position invites glimpses of water and the Anzac Bridge through surrounding trees, creating an atmosphere that is both tranquil and inspiring.
The home has been thoughtfully renovated to enhance its classic character with high ceilings, wall paneling, original floorboards, and elegant shutters that preserve the home's heritage feel while ensuring modern comfort. Air conditioning across both the living/dining area and bedrooms ensures year-round climate control.
The kitchen is a contemporary highlight, fashioned in an open plan design featuring stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, and gas cooking, facilitating easy meal preparation and entertaining. Both bedrooms include built-in wardrobes and air conditioning for added convenience, with the master bedroom boasting its own private balcony, ideal for morning coffee or quiet reflection.
Functionality and comfort extend to the heated bathroom complete with a bath, alongside a separate European laundry. At the rear, a substantial deck with an opening pergola and green backdrop offers a private outdoor oasis perfect for alfresco dining or social gatherings, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
This property is not only perfect as a two-bedroom home but also presents a significant opportunity for expansion. DA-approved plans are in place for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom redesign, making it particularly suited to growing families seeking to create a tailored living space in a sought-after locale.
- Impressive natural light and character details that emphasize the home’s historic charm
- Excellent outdoor entertaining space with extensive deck and pergola
- Conveniently located near public transport options including buses to the CBD and Balmain East Wharf
- Close proximity to Darling Street village with Woolworths and other amenities
- Just about 1km from the upcoming Metro station at White Bay, enhancing future connectivity
The location offers an enviable lifestyle, blending the peace of a leafy setting with easy access to vibrant village attractions. This home will suit first-home buyers and families drawn to a lifestyle where the charm of historic architecture meets contemporary urban convenience.
Local Market Insights
In Balmain, Quiet Listings observed 18 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 9 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $4,310,833. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 66%, followed by apartments (28%), and townhouses (3%). Bresic Whitney was the most active agency in this area, representing 66.7% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Balmain NSW 2041
Market Insights for Balmain NSW 2041
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