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44 Hickson Street
Merewether NSW 2291

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 702m2
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Property Details for 44 Hickson St, Merewether

44 Hickson St, Merewether is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 702m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2024. There are other 4 bedroom House sold in Merewether in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Land Size
702m2
Local Government
Newcastle
Lot/Plan
49/15/DP38903

Last Listing description (November 2024)

Welcome to Hickson Street, one of Newcastle's most coveted addresses, where the elevation grants breathtaking views of the city skyline and endless ocean beyond. Revered for its exclusivity, this street is home to some of the city's most prestigious properties, offering a rare blend of serenity and proximity to Merewether Beach, iconic ocean baths, and vibrant coastal life.

This cherished brick and tile residence has been lovingly maintained by one family for over 35 years. Now, it's your turn to embrace this rare opportunity and become the next proud custodian of this dual-level gem, writing the next exciting chapter in its story.

This residence unfolds over two spacious levels, offering four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a modern Caesarstone kitchen, perfectly positioned to capture the sweeping northerly views over the city, reaching as far as Port Stephens and the majestic Barrington Tops. While the solid home is move-in ready, a few cosmetic touches could transform it into your family's sanctuary.

What sets this property apart is its prime position on an elevated corner block, with rear and side access from Gregory Crescent. This unique aspect presents an extraordinary opportunity to maximize the 708.2sqm landholding, whether you envision creating a luxury new home with panoramic views or a sophisticated dual-level duplex that epitomises coastal living at its finest (STCA).

Living here means enjoying the ultimate coastal lifestyle, with easy access to Burwood Beach and Merewether Ocean Baths via the steps at either end of the street. Start your day with a refreshing surf or swim, followed by breakfast or coffee at Blue Door Kiosk. Evenings can be spent enjoying dinner and drinks with friends at The Surfhouse or Beach Hotel, all just a leisurely stroll away.
This is an unparalleled lifestyle opportunity in a location that's second to none.

- Solid brick and tile home on 708.2sqm block first time offered in 35 years
- Corner of Gregory Crescent provides north and south access as well as future east access
- Freestanding garage accessed via Hickson second garage internally accessed via Gregory Crecsent
- Renovate and add another level to maximise views
- Consider rebuilding a luxury new home or duplex
- 5mins/3km The Junction precinct, 8mins/5km Newcastle CBD
- All building work is subject to approval from Newcastle City Council

Property History for 44 Hickson St, Merewether, NSW 2291

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$3,400,000
23 Sep 2024
  • 23 Sep 2024
    Sold for $3,400,000
  • 03 Sep 2024
    Sold
  • 14 Aug 2024
    Listed for Sale $3,400,000
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About Merewether 2291

The size of Merewether is approximately 6.4 square kilometres. It has 19 parks covering nearly 49.5% of total area. The population of Merewether in 2011 was 10,468 people. By 2016 the population was 10,971 showing a population growth of 4.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Merewether is 20-29 years. Households in Merewether are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Merewether work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 63.1% of the homes in Merewether were owner-occupied compared with 63.3% in 2016.

Merewether has 5,770 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Merewether have seen a 68.47% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 50.83% increase. As at 31 October 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in Merewether is $1,873,081 while the median value for Units is $861,605.
  • Houses have a median rent of $795 while Units have a median rent of $580.
There are currently 30 properties listed for sale, and 14 properties listed for rent in Merewether on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 259 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Merewether.

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