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42 Birchgrove Road
Balmain NSW 2041

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 213m2
Land area: 233m2
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Property Details for 42 Birchgrove Rd, Balmain

42 Birchgrove Rd, Balmain is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1890. The property has a land size of 233m2 and floor size of 213m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2022.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1890
Floor Size
213m2
Land Size
233m2
Local Government
Inner West
Lot/Plan
22/DP112531

Last Listing description (August 2023)

Built in 1865, this magnificent double-fronted freestanding sandstone home is steeped in history. Positioned in a peaceful enclave, this family sized residence enjoys breathtaking and wide-spread water views over to Cockatoo Island, multiple living areas and timeless period architecture.

- Master retreat, w/in robe, ensuite & terrace with views

- Three further double bedrooms and sizeable home office
- Sun drenched lounge/dining extends to terrace overlooking river
- Wonderful dual aspect gas kitchen, integrated appliances
- Two well-equipped modern bathrooms, both with shower
- 2nd living, laundry & kitchenette, ideal for teenagers
- Opens to private & tranquil north-facing lawned gardens
- Scope for further improvement with preliminary architectural plans available
- Level short stroll to buzzing cafes & shops, local schools & transport

Property History for 42 Birchgrove Rd, Balmain, NSW 2041

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$4,255,000
10 Sep 2022
  • 11 Jul 2023
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 10 Sep 2022
    Sold for $4,255,000
  • 17 Aug 2022
    Listed for Sale Contact Agent
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About Balmain 2041

The size of Balmain is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 15 parks covering nearly 8.8% of total area. The population of Balmain in 2016 was 10453 people. By 2021 the population was 10454 showing a population growth of 0.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Balmain is 40-49 years. Households in Balmain are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Balmain work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 56.60% of the homes in Balmain were owner-occupied compared with 55.60% in 2016.

Balmain has 6,029 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Balmain have seen a 48.24% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 35.69% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Balmain is $3,114,978 while the median value for Units is $1,504,654.
  • Houses have a median rent of $950 while Units have a median rent of $800.
There are currently 10 properties listed for sale, and 12 properties listed for rent in Balmain on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 228 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Balmain.

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