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55 Ballast Point Road, Birchgrove NSW 2041

For Sale $5,800,000

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$5.8M - $6.09M Transparent Transparent Listing Based on an openly advertised listing price.

House 4 Beds 2 Baths 2 Cars 416 m²

Listed: 49 days ago

Updated: 6 days ago

Overview

This distinguished sandstone residence, 'Eleanor Villa', dating from circa 1856, is an exceptional heritage home set on Sydney’s Balmain peninsula. The grand freestanding property combines authentic restoration with thoughtful enhancements that respect its architectural origins. Its elevated position offers sweeping district harbour views across Snails Bay, featuring vistas of Sydney's northern skyline, the Anzac Bridge, and the city skyline from the upper floors, delivering a striking outlook that adds lasting appeal.

The interior showcases an elegant blend of period charm and modern convenience, marked by rare features such as early Georgian patterned cast iron balustrades, soaring ceilings, picture rails, and original Baltic pine floorboards that collectively underline the timeless craftsmanship. The layout offers generous living spaces designed to accommodate both formal and casual gatherings, extending seamlessly to reconstructed wraparound verandahs with hardwood decking and a private front garden adorned with intricate stonework and a serene fish pond.

The kitchen is fully modernized with premium Miele appliances and gas cooking, catering to culinary enthusiasts.
Versatile accommodation includes four bedrooms—three located upstairs with the master enjoying a full ensuite, and a fourth bedroom or office at ground level featuring an adjoining powder room and separate entry, ideal for flexible living arrangements or professional use.
The lower level includes a sophisticated studio space, ample storage, and a wine cellar, enhancing the property’s functionality for hobbies or entertaining.
Additional comfort is assured by ducted and split air conditioning systems, while parking needs are met with a lock-up garage plus an adjoining carport.
Proximity to local amenities is a further asset, with Birchgrove Oval and city bus stops just 250 meters away, the ferry a short 750 meters, and Darling Street’s vibrant village including Woolworths approximately 1 km from the home.

Overall, this home embodies a rare combination of historical integrity, superior quality materials, and lifestyle convenience in a coveted peninsula setting. It is especially suited for those seeking a heritage residence with distinct character that embraces both elegant living and functional versatility on Sydney’s harbour foreshore.

Local Market Insights

In Birchgrove, Quiet Listings observed 13 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 18 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $4,188,462. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 54%, followed by apartments (38%), and townhouses (8%). The most active agency for houses in the Birchgrove area is currently Cobden Hayson, representing 54% of new listings, followed by Belle Property with 23%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

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