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85 Ridge Street
Merewether NSW 2291

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 215m2
Land area: 685m2
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Property Details for 85 Ridge St, Merewether

85 Ridge St, Merewether is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1990. The property has a land size of 685m2 and floor size of 215m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2023.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1990
Floor Size
215m2
Land Size
685m2
Local Government
Newcastle
Lot/Plan
60/10/DP111243

Last Listing description (October 2023)

Get your slice of the prized Merewether lifestyle with this spacious dual-level family home boasting panoramic northern and eastern views of the sparkling city lights and Pacific Ocean. Enjoy refreshing sea breezes all summer long while admiring the breathtaking vistas from almost every room in the house. With a versatile five-bedroom floorplan and a host of recent upgrades, including renovations to all three bathrooms complete with underfloor heating, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort and luxury.

The open-plan living area features a soaring 3.2m cathedral ceiling, complemented by large windows that frame the stunning ocean views. Entertain in style on the front verandah and soak up the sensational New Year's Eve fireworks or enjoy a more intimate gathering on the side deck with the ocean as your backdrop. With a separate lounge room/rumpus, there's plenty of space for the whole family to relax and unwind. And if you have guests or teenagers staying over, the ground floor bedroom with an ensuite and built-in robe provides the perfect retreat.

You'll have all the storage space you need with a double garage and an additional parking bay, plus a wine cellar to keep your favourite bottles at the perfect temperature. But that's not all - the home also features an edible garden bursting with fruit trees and a veggie patch, allowing you to enjoy fresh produce right at your doorstep. Move in and enjoy this home immediately or take it to the next level with the Doring Designed plans for extension.

Located just 850m from the world-famous Merewether surf beach and iconic ocean baths, as well as a bustling hub of shops, bars, and dining establishments, this home offers endless possibilities for an exciting and fulfilling lifestyle by the beach.

- Dual-level home on softly elevated 695.6sqm block with NE aspect
- Recently upgraded with ducted a/c and renovations to all three bathrooms and laundry
- Double garage with workshop and cellar, plus fifth bedroom with ensuite on ground floor
- Bright open-plan living with ocean and city views and outdoor flow to front and side alfresco entertaining areas and backyard
- Separate lounge room for the family to stretch out
- Caesarstone kitchen with induction cooktop, double-dish drawer, electric wall oven
- Master bedroom with superb new ensuite with twin shower and underfloor heating
- Remaining bedrooms served by full bathroom with bath, shower, twin vanities, underfloor heating and heated towel rail
- Enjoy fresh produce from the peach, mango, olive, and citrus trees plus veggie patch
- 1200m to shops, eateries and schools at The Junction

Internal Living Area: 256 sqm
External Living Area: 48 sqm
Total Living Area: 304 sqm

Expected Rental Income: $1,150 - $1,250 per week

Outgoings:
Council Rates: $4,116.76 approx. per annum
Water Rates: $858.51 approx. per annum

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Property History for 85 Ridge St, Merewether, NSW 2291

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$2,625,000
13 Apr 2023
Listed for Rent
$670/w
25 May 2015
  • 16 Jun 2023
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 24 Apr 2023
    Listed for Sale Price Guide on Request
  • 13 Apr 2023
    Sold for $2,625,000
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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 5,776 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 22 properties listed for sale, and 9 properties listed for rent in Merewether on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 250 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Merewether.

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