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55 Merthyr Road
New Farm QLD 4005

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 358m2
Land area: 503m2
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Property Details for 55 Merthyr Rd, New Farm

55 Merthyr Rd, New Farm is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 503m2 and floor size of 358m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2023.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1920
Floor Size
358m2
Land Size
503m2
Local Government
Brisbane
Lot/Plan
1/RP8733

Last Listing description (May 2023)

Gracing New Farm's iconic Merthyr Road, this sublime Federation home is resonant with history, character and beauty.

Steeped in heritage and old-world charm, 'Glenisla' has been meticulously transformed and extended by the renowned Artas Architects, who have artfully infused modern style and contemporary elegance into this exquisite abode.


Boasting dual street access and five generous bedrooms, the residence offers exceptional scale across three cascading levels. Exuding timeless allure, the classic faade showcases iron fretwork and a charming picket fence. Ceiling roses and chandeliers beautifully complement the exposed brick walls and polished timber floors. Drawing in abundant light and breezes, the lofty 3m+ ceilings are framed by louvre windows and plantation shutters.

The wide verandah and manicured gardens present a picturesque retreat outdoors. Inside, the foyer flows to the family lounge, open-plan living and dining area, and an exquisite entertainer's lounge unveiling a towering void and fireplace.

Five bedrooms provide accommodation for large families. The parent's retreat is privately positioned on the upper floor and offers peaceful separation with a sitting area, walk-in robe and a dual vanity ensuite.

An exquisite address just footsteps from Merthyr Village, this residence is one of three historic and once identical residences which span a notable stretch of Merthyr Road. A stone's throw from cafes, restaurants, James St, Howard Smith Wharves, New Farm Park and the riverfront, 'Glenisla' offers, but is not limited to:

- Historic Federation home transformed by Artas Architects
- Dual street access via Merthyr Road and Lower Bowen Terrace
- Wide verandah, family lounge and an open-plan living and dining area
- Superb entertainer's lounge with a fireplace, bar and lots of light
- Kitchen with a servery and a combined island bench/breakfast bar
- Premium appliances, multiple built-in pantries and ample storage
- 5 bedrooms, 3.5 modern bathrooms and a study nook
- Parents' suite on the upper floor with a sitting area and walk-in robe
- Primary ensuite boasting dual vanities and a rainfall shower
- Second ensuited bedroom with a walk-in robe and study nook access
- Laundry with hanging storage and a double garage with workbench
- Ducted air-conditioning, ceiling fans, intercom and security system
- 150m from Merthyr Village Shopping Centre and 2.5km to the CBD
- Proximity to buses, CityCat, top schools and New Farm Park

To obtain further information, please contact Tom Lyne on 0423 696 862 or Matt Lancashire on 0416 476 480.

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Property History for 55 Merthyr Rd, New Farm, QLD 4005

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$3,700,000
23 May 2023
Listed for Rent
$2.00k/w
15 Jun 2012
  • 23 May 2023
    Sold for $3,700,000
  • 23 Mar 2023
    Listed for Sale Under Contract
  • 13 Oct 2022
    Listed for Sale For Sale
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About New Farm 4005

The size of New Farm is approximately 2.5 square kilometres. It has 4 parks covering nearly 9.1% of total area. The population of New Farm in 2011 was 11,330 people. By 2016 the population was 12,536 showing a population growth of 10.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in New Farm is 20-29 years. Households in New Farm are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in New Farm work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 40.5% of the homes in New Farm were owner-occupied compared with 39.7% in 2016.

New Farm has 7,919 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in New Farm have seen a 81.92% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 65.24% increase. As at 30 November 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in New Farm is $2,890,467 while the median value for Units is $1,023,654.
  • Houses have a median rent of $720 while Units have a median rent of $630.
There are currently 31 properties listed for sale, and 24 properties listed for rent in New farm on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 337 properties were sold in the past 12 months in New farm.

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