16/42 Macleay Street, Elizabeth Bay, NSW 2011 sold on 23 June 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 23 Jun 2025 for $2,600,000

16/42 Macleay Street
Elizabeth Bay NSW 2011

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 110m2
Land area: 4080m2
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Richardson & Wrench Elizabeth Bay / Potts Point
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Property Details for 16/42 Macleay St, Elizabeth Bay

16/42 Macleay St, Elizabeth Bay is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 4080m2 and floor size of 110m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2025. There are other 3 bedroom Unit sold in Elizabeth Bay in the last 12 months.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1920
Floor Size
110m2
Land Size
4080m2
Local Government
Sydney
Lot/Plan
16/SP13576

Last Listing description (September 2025)

A rare offering in one of Sydney's most interesting historical addresses, this 3-bedroom apartment in the iconic 'Manar' estate offers gracious living in the heart of Potts Point. Set within a grand, heritage-listed enclave framed by lush manicured gardens, it offers a refined sanctuary where classical architecture meets modern sophistication.

Updated with respect for its period origins, it showcases high ornate ceilings and dark timber flooring, creating an atmosphere of quiet elegance. Generous proportions define every space, with a vast living area that flows to the light-filled enclosed sunroom, perfect for relaxed entertaining and dining. The spacious gas kitchen features stunning terrazzo-style stone counters with breakfast bar while 2 oversized bedrooms provide spacious accommodation, with the 3rd currently configured as a sophisticated dressing room.

Nestled in prime position on cosmopolitan Macleay St, this home places you steps from acclaimed dining, boutique shopping and an eclectic caf culture. With Elizabeth Bay, Woolloomooloo, and the Botanic Gardens just moments away, this remarkable offering fuses harbourside prestige, ideal proximity to the CBD, and a superb walk-everywhere lifestyle.

- Rare chance in the highly esteemed Manar
- Elevated ground floor, secure gated entry
- Overlooking manicured grounds
- Soaring ceilings, timber floors, plant. shutters
- Expansive living/dining, ideal for entertaining
- Enclosed sunroom w/ elevated street outlook
- Two oversized bedrooms with ample space
- Flex. 3rd room, configured as dressing room
- Designer kitchen, stone counters, Smeg hob
- Modern bathroom, bath, chic cream palette
- Separate laundry room w/ extensive storage
- Beautifully maintained complex, building manager
- Just steps from Macleay St dining and cafs
- Walk to Elizabeth Bay and Botanic Gardens

Property History for 16/42 Macleay St, Elizabeth Bay, NSW 2011

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$2,600,000
23 Jun 2025
Listed for Rent
$1.19k/w
04 Jun 2014
  • 23 Jun 2025
    Sold for $2,600,000
  • 15 May 2025
    Listed for Sale $2,600,000
  • 12 Dec 2014
    Sold for $1,590,000
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About Elizabeth Bay 2011

The size of Elizabeth Bay is approximately 0.2 square kilometres. It has 5 parks covering nearly 10.8% of total area. The population of Elizabeth Bay in 2016 was 5215 people. By 2021 the population was 4878 showing a population decline of 6.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Elizabeth Bay is 30-39 years. Households in Elizabeth Bay are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Elizabeth Bay work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 38.20% of the homes in Elizabeth Bay were owner-occupied compared with 36.10% in 2016.

Elizabeth Bay has 4,657 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Elizabeth Bay have seen a 41.73% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 3.29% increase. As at 31 January 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Elizabeth Bay is $3,971,274 while the median value for Units is $1,052,555.
  • Houses have a median rent of $665 while Units have a median rent of $690.
There are currently 9 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Elizabeth bay on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 209 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Elizabeth bay.

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