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28 Ruskin Street
Byron Bay NSW 2481

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 131m2
Land area: 517m2
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Property Details for 28 Ruskin St, Byron Bay

28 Ruskin St, Byron Bay is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 517m2 and floor size of 131m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2021.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1900
Floor Size
131m2
Land Size
517m2
Local Government
Byron
Lot/Plan
1/DP1107957

Last Listing description (September 2021)

A sublime, original c.1901 Byron Bay residence that blends character and charm with a dreamy, coastal aesthetic. From its superb street appeal to its warm, relaxed and light-filled interior spaces, this private family home has been carefully renovated and delights on every level.

Perfectly designed to suit the north coast climate, the home benefits from a strong indoor-outdoor connection. Bedrooms open to wide, sun-drenched verandahs; louvred windows let in cool, coastal breezes; and the living and dining area is adjoined by a large entertaining deck overlooking landscaped gardens and a large backyard. Located in a peaceful street in Byron's golden grid, this beautiful home is walking distance to the town's best beaches, schools, cafes and restaurants and offers a truly enviable lifestyle.

- Original character home, with perfect north-east aspect, located in one of Byron Bay's most sought-after and desirable residential areas.

- Superbly renovated weatherboard cottage featuring 13-foot ceilings, French doors, and polished timber floors, that has been enhanced by a fresh, contemporary open plan living extension.
- Three light-filled bedrooms open to wide verandahs and tropical gardens.
- Main bedroom features a luxurious ensuite and walk-in robe.
- Modern designer kitchen with gas cooktop.
- Open plan living, dining that opens out to a large entertaining deck via a wall of bifold doors.
- Large bi-folds cleverly conceal large pantry, laundry and additional storage.
- Reverse cycle air-conditioning; ceiling fans throughout.
- Clean, renewable energy with massive 10kw solar power; solar hot water.
- Storage shed; large backyard offering multiple options.
- Secure rear-lane access with off-street parking; room for a second dwelling or pool STCA.
- Established gardens featuring a century-old frangipani tree; mango tree out front.
- Located in a peaceful street with other prestige character homes.
- 10 minutes level walk to the beach and central Byron Bay.

Highly sought, but rarely for sale in this tightly held location, this is a truly special home that is ready for you to start living your Byron dream!

PRIVATE INSPECTIONS AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT

AUCTION: SATURDAY 18 SEPTEMBER, 12.15PM ON-SITE UNLESS SOLD PRIOR

Property History for 28 Ruskin St, Byron Bay, NSW 2481

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$3,950,000
18 Sep 2021
Listed for Rent
$450/w
20 Oct 2005
  • 18 Sep 2021
    Sold for $3,950,000
  • 06 Aug 2021
    Listed for Sale Contact agent
  • 30 Oct 2015
    Sold for $1,567,500
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About Byron Bay 2481

The size of Byron Bay is approximately 19.8 square kilometres. There are 13 parks, covering nearly 25.3% of the total area. The population of Byron Bay in 2016 was 5521 people. By 2021 the population was 6330 showing a population growth of 14.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Byron Bay is 30-39 years. Households in Byron Bay are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Byron Bay work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 55.20% of the homes in Byron Bay were owner-occupied compared with 57.30% in 2016.

Byron Bay has 6,023 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Byron Bay have seen a 0.96% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 9.17% increase. As at 31 August 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Byron Bay is $2,425,907 while the median value for Units is $1,391,491.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,350 while Units have a median rent of $875.
There are currently 49 properties listed for sale, and 24 properties listed for rent in Byron bay on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 211 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Byron bay.

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