Charming Hawthorne Cottage on 491sqm with Endless Potential

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Location

Market Insights for Hawthorne QLD 4171

New Listings (last 30 days)

Average price

$2,250,188

Lowest price

$228,000

Highest price

$4,500,000

15 Barton Road, Hawthorne QLD 4171

Offers Over $1,600,000

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$1.5M - $1.65M High Confidence Calculated based on strong search observations.

House 2 Beds 1 Bath 2 Cars 491 m²

Listed: 30th Jul 2026

Updated: 4 days ago

Overview

Located in one of Hawthorne’s most desirable streets, this charming cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a generous 491sqm land parcel in an acclaimed riverside area. The property combines original character and warmth with substantial potential for modernisation, extension, or redevelopment (subject to council approval), catering to a variety of buyers including downsizers, investors, and those seeking a bespoke family home.

The home’s interior features two spacious bedrooms, a centrally positioned bathroom, and airy living and dining spaces enhanced by polished timber floors and lofty ceilings. Air conditioning adds comfort, while the well-equipped kitchen provides ample storage and functionality. The design facilitates effortless indoor-outdoor flow, leading to a large backyard ideal for outdoor entertaining, children’s play, or future development projects.

This tranquil setting is complemented by proximity to vibrant local amenities including cafes, boutiques, parks, and the Brisbane River. Quality schools and convenient public transport further enhance the lifestyle, with Brisbane’s CBD accessible in just minutes.

491sqm land size in a coveted Hawthorne street
Character-filled two-bedroom cottage with enduring appeal
Generous living and dining areas with polished timber flooring
Functional kitchen with substantial storage capacity
High ceilings paired with air conditioning for comfort
Spacious backyard offering potential to extend or rebuild (STCA)
Off-street parking for two vehicles
Close to cafes, parks, transport, cinemas, and excellent schools
Opportunity to purchase alongside adjacent 17 Barton Road to create a combined 931sqm multi-residential development site (STCA)

Combined with the neighboring property at 17 Barton Road, potential buyers have an exceptional development opportunity within LMR zoning, a rarity in prestigious Hawthorne. Interested parties are encouraged to make enquiries to explore this distinctive offering further.

Local Market Insights

In Hawthorne, Quiet Listings observed 16 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 22 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $2,250,188. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 39%, followed by townhouses (25%), and apartments (20%). The most active agency for houses in the Hawthorne area is currently Place, representing 31% of new listings, followed by Ray White with 31%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the property information provided, no guarantee is given. Buyers should independently verify all details, inclusions, availability, pricing, and other relevant information directly with the listing agent before relying on this information.