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NSW › Fairlight › Sydney Rd

265 Sydney Rd, Fairlight NSW 2094

House

3

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

0

Car spaces

253 m²

Land

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLand 253 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Fairlight (last 5 years) with land size: median $9,481/m² of land (n=19). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.

Price evidence

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Fairlight (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $9,481/m² of land (n=19). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Fairlight at a glance

6,640

People

$4,425,000

Median sale

$1,080/wk

Median rent

1.27%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Fairlight report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.

Site

Terrain

Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.

Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.

Flood, bushfire and heritage

i

Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown26 July 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted18 July 2024

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

NSW

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $1,080/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.

What competition will it face?

Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Verdict

What this means for this property

Districts view

Not enough official evidence yet to underwrite this as an investment.

Detail

The same ten questions apply to every property. Missing flood, nearby DAs, achieved rents, or lot geometry is unknown — not “no.”

Read more

Do not treat a suburb median, an advertised yield, or a listing score as the case for this lot.

The evidence loaded so far isn't enough on its own to change a buy, offer, or walk-away decision for this property.

Evidence

What is known for this property

Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.

1 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.

  • Rental supply pressure

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    NSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Area

Fairlight in one glance

Fairlight at a glance

6,640

People

$4,425,000

Median sale

$1,080/wk

Median rent

1.27%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Fairlight report →

Keep researching

  • Why Fairlight? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Fairlight →
  • Other records on Sydney Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Cunninghams

Meticulously renovated semi with dual street access (enter via Hilltop Crescent)

Auction: 10th August 2024

FIND. Nestled in a sought-after enclave with dual access from both Sydney Road and Hilltop Crescent, this elegantly renovated Fairlight semi welcomes you with character and charm. From the grand hallway, ornate ceilings, and opulent master suite, the period charm seamlessly transitions into a modern extension at the rear, where indoor and outdoor meet. Offering ample street parking with potential to add off-street parking (STCA) at the rear, this well-maintained character home epitomises quintessential Fairlight living.

LOVE. Every space in this home feels homely yet sophisticated. The master suite exudes luxury, featuring a fireplace, ensuite with stunning stained-glass windows, and tranquil double-glazed doors. The recent ensuite renovation adds a contemporary touch, bathed in northerly light. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a dining and living space, where soaring cathedral ceilings and highlight windows create a grand sense of space. Through the bi-fold doors, the covered alfresco area leads to a sunny grassed area, complete with an established lemon tree. This tranquil, private home is perfect for both relaxation and entertaining.

Read the full description

- Grand hallway with ornate archway, servicing three bedrooms and two bathrooms

- Opulent master suite with fireplace, sunny ensuite and period features

- Double-glazed windows fitted in all bedrooms for added tranquillity

- Modern kitchen with Smeg appliances: oven, cooktop, and dishwasher

- Expansive living area with soaring, architectural ceilings and highlight windows with shutters

- Bifold doors leading to a covered alfresco area and sunny grassed garden

- Ample storage, including European laundry and attic space with retractable ladder

- Original period features: high ornate ceilings, timber floors, and grand archway

- Gas outlet in the living area and reverse cycle air conditioning

- Outdoor shower perfect for post-beach swims in the Summer.

LIVE. This stunning semi is perfectly situated just steps from Effie's cafe and a leisurely stroll to Fairlight Beach and the scenic harbour foreshore. Enjoy a variety of shops and dining options in Manly, Balgowlah, and Fairlight Village. Explore the famous Spit to Manly Walkway and appreciate the convenience of express city buses and local shops. This unique and sought-after Fairlight home, with dual access, seamlessly blends historical charm with modern luxury, ready for you to move in and enjoy.

RATES/SIZES

Water Rates Approx $255.00 pq

Council Rates Approx $713.80 pq

Size: Approx 253 sqm

ABOUT THE AREA

Local Transport:

- Buses to city CBD, Westfield Warringah Mall and surrounds

- Manly Wharf ferries to Circular Quay

Shopping & Dining:

- Fairlight shops and The Butchers cafe

- Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre

- Manly Corso and Wharf shops and restaurants

Schools:

- Manly West Primary school

- Mackellar Girls Campus

- Balgowlah Boys Campus

- St Pauls High School

- Stella Maris College

- St Augustine's College

WHAT THE OWNER LOVES:

- We absolutely love the light and airy open-plan living space, with its soaring cathedral ceiling and bi-fold doors – perfect for entertaining and spending quality time as a family.

- The backyard is a favourite for everyone, from barbeques on the patio to games and relaxation on the grass, plus making fresh lemonade with our homegrown lemons.

- The luxurious ensuite bathroom, with its stunning stained-glass windows, provides a perfect haven of calm while beautifully paying homage to the home's heritage.

Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information provided to you in our marketing material, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by our Vendors, and as such, Cunninghams makes no statement, representation or warranty, and assumes no legal liability in relation to the accuracy of the information provided. Interested parties should conduct their own due diligence in relation to each property they are considering purchasing. All photographs, maps and images are representative only, for marketing purposes. Some images show virtual styling

Listing description written by Georgi Bates, Cunninghams — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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