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Sold on 19 Apr 2024 for $634,000

8/12-16 Melville Street
South Plympton SA 5038

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 109m2
Land area: 315m2
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Property Details for 8/12-16 Melville St, South Plympton

8/12-16 Melville St, South Plympton is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1979. The property has a land size of 315m2 and floor size of 109m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2024. There are other 2 bedroom Unit sold in South Plympton in the last 12 months.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1979
Floor Size
109m2
Land Size
315m2
Local Government
Marion
Lot/Plan
U8/S4187

Last Listing description (March 2024)

Welcome to a brilliant easy-care north facing homette, tastefully upgraded and primely positioned centrally between the Adelaide CBD and Glenelg, this much-loved family home is the ideal opportunity for those seeking a convenient, effortless modern lifestyle. A meticulous design that utilises space and functionality, this property located in a neat open group, also ticks all the investor boxes, offering great transport links, schools, shopping and excellent rental potential!

Step inside to modern light filled living, a stylish space where cleverly designed seamless connectivity is perfectly considered to meet every resident's needs. High quality carpets, polished timber flooring and soothing neutral tones grace the interior, creating the inviting ambience of this home.

Featuring two generously sized bedrooms and living spaces there is plenty of space for first home buyers, professionals, retirees, young families and singles taking that first step on the property ladder and downsizers looking for a carefree lifestyle close to the city centre and beach.

Whipping up meals for friends and family is a delight in the bright updated kitchen with sleek stainless-steel appliances and cabinetry packed with storage space, keeping workspace benchtops decluttered and wine-ready for relaxed entertaining. Bring on delightful alfresco dining with a decked alfresco entertaining area, surrounded by citrus trees, ornamental trees and hedge - perfect for glorious garden parties all year round!

Equipped with reverse cycle air-conditioning, ceiling fans, external window shutters and solar system, this home offers fabulous energy-efficient regulation of temperatures throughout the home that is great for the environment and your power bills.

It's no secret why many home buyers choose to settle in or invest in South Plympton; from the reputable schools and recreational lifestyle it provides, to the wonderful seaside charm nearby. It's a hit with those looking for a beachside lifestyle just a few minutes from cosmopolitan Glenelg, premier Glenelg Golf Club and popular Jetty Road restaurants and cafes. There's sailing, fishing and boating, coastal and river walking trails, bike paths, a sports complex, swimming centre and plenty of public reserves that make South Plympton a great place for outdoor activities - because life is for living!

Rundle Mall, Kurralta Central, Harbour Town, Castle Plaza and Westfield Marion are just a short commute for a retail fix. With neighbouring access to quality schools such as Plympton Kindergarten, Plympton Primary School, St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, St Francis de Sales Primary School, Plympton High School, Plympton International College, Emmaus Christian College and Immanuel College - it's all here!

What we love:

Location, location, locationhighly sought after suburb located between the city and sea, offering the best of both worlds!
Beautifully composed contemporary, light filled open plan living
Neutral tones throughout providing the perfect base for stylish living
Spacious lounge with polished timber flooring
2 generous bedrooms, with plush carpeting, built-in robes and ceiling fans
Spacious contemporary bathroom with sleek cabinetry, separate walk-in shower and bathtub
Convenient separate toilet
Light filled kitchen with servery, stainless steel appliances, double sink and ample bench and cupboard space
Separate spacious laundry with shelving, linen cupboard and easy access to rear garden
6.6kw solar system
Reverse cycle air-conditioning and ceiling fans for year-round comfort
Large secure private rear yard with low maintenance gardens
Exterior window roller shutters for added privacy and security
Rare, secure garage under main roof, with automatic roller door and secure direct internal access to home
Off street carparking for 2 vehicles
Well connected with bus, train and tram public transport and bike paths to the city and beach
Near the South Road Superway, providing easy access to the rest of Adelaide
Great school zoning and access
Potential for excellent rental return
Nothing to do, just move in!

Auction: Friday, 8th March 2024 at 6:00pm (unless sold prior)

Any offers submitted prior to the auction will still be under auction conditions. It is the purchaser's responsibility to seek their own legal advice and a Form 3 Cooling-Off Waiver.

PLEASE NOTE: This property is being auctioned with no price in line with current real estate legislation. Should you be interested, we can provide you with a printout of recent local sales to help you in your value research.

The vendor's statement may be inspected at 742 Anzac Highway, Glenelg, SA 5045 for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction; and at the auction for 30 minutes before it commences.

Property History for 8/12-16 Melville St, South Plympton, SA 5038

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$634,000
19 Apr 2024
Listed for Rent
$315/w
13 Jan 2016
  • 19 Apr 2024
    Sold for $634,000
  • 21 Feb 2024
    Listed for Sale Contact Agent
  • 10 May 2018
    Sold for $372,600
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About South Plympton 5038

The size of South Plympton is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 4 parks covering nearly 4.4% of total area. The population of South Plympton in 2011 was 3,984 people. By 2016 the population was 4,161 showing a population growth of 4.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in South Plympton is 30-39 years. Households in South Plympton are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in South Plympton work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 62.5% of the homes in South Plympton were owner-occupied compared with 65.3% in 2016.

South Plympton has 2,332 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in South Plympton have seen a 83.10% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 70.13% increase. As at 30 September 2024:

  • The median value for Houses in South Plympton is $961,302 while the median value for Units is $555,559.
  • Houses have a median rent of $600 while Units have a median rent of $520.
There are currently 5 properties listed for sale, and 2 properties listed for rent in South plympton on OnTheHouse. According to CoreLogic's data, 91 properties were sold in the past 12 months in South plympton.

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