Unique Top-Floor Art Deco Residence with City Views in the Landmark 'St James' 6 Stanley Street

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102 & 103/6 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010

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$1.5M - $1.65M Low Confidence Calculated based on limited search observations.

Apartment 3 Beds 1 Bath 111 m²

Listed: 7 days ago

Updated: yesterday

Overview

This distinguished top-floor apartment is steeped in history, originally part of the 1920s 'St James' building's grand ballroom and billiards room, now beautifully restored to combine timeless Art Deco character with contemporary comforts. The impressive 3.66-meter high decorative plaster ceilings and original Jarrah wooden floors offer an elegant setting filled with natural light streaming through windows on three sides. Its unique positioning affords sweeping dual-aspect city views as well as a valued outlook overlooking Hyde Park, enhancing the living experience with a sense of openness and tranquility in the heart of an inner-city precinct.

Spanning 111 square meters, the residence is designed for functionality and style, featuring three generously sized bedrooms complemented by a mezzanine ideal for storage and a versatile study or kitchenette within the third bedroom. The layout encourages flexible living options, supported by approved architectural plans for future enhancements, including the possibility of creating a separate studio with mezzanine space or adding a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Additional improvements approved include the installation of a second bathroom and air conditioning.

The apartment caters well to professionals and those appreciating urban lifestyle amenities, situated on one of Darlinghurst's most vibrant 'eat streets' and within easy walking distance to a range of cultural, shopping, and recreational hotspots including the CBD via Hyde Park, Surry Hills, Oxford Street, Woolloomooloo, Potts Point, and the Royal Botanic Garden. Convenient public transport access further enriches connectivity.

Striking decorative plaster ceilings and heritage timber flooring enhance the apartment's period appeal
Abundant natural lighting and exceptional city and park views create a relaxing ambiance
Spacious communal living/dining area with significant flexibility for enhancement
Secure landmark building with intercom system, grand terrazzo lobby, and dual lift access
Communal rooftop terrace and laundry located on the same floor provide added convenience

This residence presents a rare opportunity to acquire a heritage-rich Art Deco apartment in a prime location, ideal for those seeking a blend of character, lifestyle, and future renovation potential.

Local Market Insights

In Darlinghurst, Quiet Listings observed 38 new apartments entering the market over the last 30 days, unchanged from 38 in the prior period, with an average advertised asking price of $1,245,109. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Apartments at 68%, followed by commercial properties (16%), and houses (11%). The most active agency for apartments in the Darlinghurst area is currently Bresic Whitney, representing 29% of new listings, followed by Ray White with 26%. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.

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