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8/3 Thornton Street
Fairlight NSW 2094

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 90m2
Land area: 641m2
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Property Details for 8/3 Thornton St, Fairlight

8/3 Thornton St, Fairlight is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1988. The property has a land size of 641m2 and floor size of 90m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2023.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1988
Floor Size
90m2
Land Size
641m2
Local Government
Northern Beaches
Lot/Plan
8/SP33847

Last Listing description (November 2023)

FIND. Positioned in a sought-after Fairlight location, this North-facing three-bedroom townhouse offers a blend of comfort and modern living. The dual-level design is both functional and spacious, perfect for a relaxed lifestyle that combines both convenience and tranquillity. Only moments to Fairlight's local shops and transport options, this prime location is hard to beat.

LOVE. Upon entering, you're greeted by a series of elegant archways that connect the kitchen, living, and dining spaces. Upstairs, the architectural elements continue to impress with vaulted ceilings and well-placed windows. The property is beautifully maintained, ready for you to move in and enjoy immediately, or primed for minor updates to make it your own.
- The two large attic style bedrooms each with their own balconies and views on the upper level are engaging and offer a private retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

- The kitchen, living and separate dining space are located on the lower floor, along with a generous third bedroom that could also be used as a home office.
- The kitchen is neat and ready for move-in, but also holds the potential for customisation. Complete with ample bench space and a dishwasher, it offers northern district views that can make any meal prep enjoyable.
- The living area extends from the dining space and opens to a North-facing balcony through sliding doors.
- With windows on three sides, the property enjoys abundant natural light and airflow, creating a comfortable living environment year-round.
- The townhouse also features under-roof storage and a large lock-up garage with extra storage, offering a total of 134 sqm of space including three balconies.

LIVE. This Fairlight townhouse is more than just a home; it offers the quintessential Northern Beaches lifestyle. Situated close to popular cafes, restaurants, and stunning harbour beaches, it's also just a few minutes' drive to the hub of Manly Town. For those who commute, there are a range of buses from Sydney Road, as well as easy access to Manly Wharf for a stress-free ferry ride to the CBD.

RATES/SIZE:
Water Rates: Approx $174 pq
Council Rates: Approx $404 pq
Strata Rates: Approx $1471 pq

Approx sizes:
Townhouse approx 111 sqm
Garage approx 23 sqm
Total approx 134 sqm

ABOUT THE AREA

Local Transport:
- Buses to city CBD, Westfield Warringah Mall and surrounds; Manly Wharf ferries to Circular Quay

Shopping:
- Fairlight shops and The Butchers cafe, Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre; Manly Corso and Wharf shops and restaurants

Schools:
- Manly West Primary school
- Mackellar Girls High School
- Balgowlah Boys High School
- St Pauls High School
- Stella Maris College

WHAT THE OWNER LOVES:
- The space, light, views and sea breezes in this townhouse are special. The vaulted ceilings upstairs are interesting and unique and offer a grand sense of space and light.
- The location here is unbeatable, with the popular Butchers Caf around the corner for a morning coffee or weekend brunch, as well as a short walk or drive into Manly.
- This townhome is comfortable and well maintained, however offers the opportunity to update and modernise to add value.

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.
Please be advised that the photographs, maps, images, or virtual styling representations included in this real estate listing are intended for illustrative purposes only and may not accurately depict the current condition or appearance of the property.

Property History for 8/3 Thornton St, Fairlight, NSW 2094

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,935,000
20 Oct 2023
Listed for Rent
$945/w
23 Sep 2022
  • 20 Oct 2023
    Sold for $1,935,000
  • 05 Oct 2023
    Listed for Sale Guide $1,750,000
  • 22 Aug 2022
    Listed for Rent $950 / week
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About Fairlight 2094

The size of Fairlight is approximately 1.2 square kilometres. It has 6 parks covering nearly 24.3% of total area. The population of Fairlight in 2016 was 5840 people. By 2021 the population was 6141 showing a population growth of 5.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Fairlight is 30-39 years. Households in Fairlight are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Fairlight work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 63.00% of the homes in Fairlight were owner-occupied compared with 64.20% in 2016.

Fairlight has 3,173 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Fairlight have seen a 48.34% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 25.07% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Fairlight is $4,112,274 while the median value for Units is $1,864,540.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,350 while Units have a median rent of $1,050.
There are currently 9 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in Fairlight on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 121 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Fairlight.

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