6/18 Selwyn St, Merewether is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces. The property has a floor size of 88m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2025. There are other 2 bedroom Unit sold in Merewether in the last 12 months.
Auction Location: 2/16 Telford Street, Newcastle East & Live via Buy.Realtair.com
Looking for a chic and comfortable entry into beachside living? Welcome to your light-filled coastal escape – a spacious apartment nestled in the heart of Merewether. Overlooking the lush lawns and treescape of its pretty garden block, this immaculate apartment is set within a well-maintained complex, and with its rear, top-floor position it offers privacy, peace, and lovely leafy district views. Whether you're a long-term investor, or seeking a serene seaside home, this apartment has great vibes, great bones and great future growth potential.
Boasting a coveted north-easterly aspect, natural light pours into the open-plan living and dining area, creating a warm and welcoming space to come home to. Its generous living zone offers plenty of room to relax or entertain, while a combination of split-system air-conditioning and elegant new plantation shutters ensures year-round climate comfort. Step out onto the balcony to take in sweeping views of Merewether's tree-studded hills and enjoy the fresh summer sea breezes.
Adjoining the living area, the well-kept original kitchen offers loads of cupboard and bench space, complete with a handy servery that doubles as a breakfast bar, making it ideal for casual meals or morning coffee with a view.
Two restful bedrooms feature built-in robes and ceiling fans, with the large master offering a tranquil district outlook by day and sparkling city lights by night. There's a bright bathroom featuring a full-sized bath with a shower overhead, and a large vanity, along with a separate laundry and linen cupboard to keep life organised.
Downstairs, your own covered carport provides secure off-street parking, along with a storage room perfect for your outdoor equipment and seasonal items. There may also be potential to enclose the carport (subject to strata approval), adding further value to the property. The complex boasts well-maintained grounds including a shared drying area and a lush communal garden space with mature palms and a flowering Jacaranda that adds a touch of magic.
From your front door, Merewether Beach is just minutes away, making it perfect for morning surfs, sunset walks, or an impromptu dip after work. Take your pup for a run at Dixon Park's off-leash area or explore nearby Darby Street and The Junction with their buzzing cafes, boutique shopping, and vibrant nightlife. Top local schools, Lingard Hospital, walking trails, and Newcastle's most iconic beaches are all within easy reach. It's the ultimate lock-up-and-leave lifestyle – or stay and soak up the laid-back coastal vibe every day.
While this home is move in ready, there's also plenty of scope to add value in this popular coastal suburb. Ready to make waves in Merewether? Inspect today!
Features include:
- Spacious top-floor apartment in a boutique block of ten (seven owner-occupied), with a rear position that makes it peaceful and private.
- Generous open-plan living and dining area filled with natural light making it ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
- Sunny northeast-facing balcony with lovely district views and fresh coastal breezes.
- Well-kept original kitchen with ample bench and cupboard space, plus a servery/breakfast bar for casual meals.
- Two large bedrooms, both with built-in robes and ceiling fans – the master with an elevated district outlook made even more magic by night.
- A bright original bathroom featuring a full-sized bath with a shower-over, and a large vanity.
- Separate internal laundry and linen cupboard for added convenience.
- Private carport with potential to enclose (subject to strata approval). Plus, a handy storage room for your seasonal and outdoor items.
- Lush garden surrounds with mature trees and a large grassy common area.
- Move-in ready with opportunity to renovate kitchen and bathroom to add value in this popular coastal locale.
- Only minutes to beaches, cafes, The Junction Fair, Darby Street, schools, and Lingard Hospital.
Outgoings:
Council rates - $1,500 p.a. approx.*
Water rates - $798 p.a. approx.*
Strata rates - $1,262 p.q. approx.*
This property is being sold under the Friendly Auction System.
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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 2016 was 10964 people. By 2021 the population was 11788 showing a population growth of 7.5% 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 over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Merewether work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 64.80% of the homes in Merewether were owner-occupied compared with 63.30% in 2016.
Merewether has 5,894 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Merewether have seen a 58.85% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 44.67% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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