142 Cabbage Tree Lane, Fairy Meadow is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1950. The property has a land size of 564m2 and floor size of 90m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2022.
Located in a sought-after area of Fairy Meadow, this home's neat retro faade, generous 556 sqm block (approx.) and super convenient location will charm all who inspect!
Dubbed as the most 'affordable' house on a in the Norther Suburbs of the Illawarra, this home offers loads of potential.
Location
Within easy reach of everything Fairy Meadow has to offer, this retro gem offers convenience and an easy-going lifestyle in a family-friendly neighbourhood. The vibrant township of Fairy Meadow is just three-minute (approx.) drive from home, and boasts a variety of boutique style shops, pubs, cafes, restaurants and amenities, as well as three major supermarkets.
Families will love living in Fairy Meadow, with its variety of parks and easy access to some of the coastline's most beautiful beaches. Puckey's Estate and Towradgi Beach will both be within just five minutes (approx.) drive from your new home, so sunny days on the sand will be a regular fixture in your schedule!
Commuting to work will be a breeze too, with easy freeway access for those who drive, and the Fairy Meadow train station just a couple of minutes from home, ready to whisk you off to nearby Wollongong in just minutes, or Sydney in 1 hour and 40 minutes (approx.)
Stop off at the well-known Leisure Coast Fruit Market and Deli for a wide selection of fresh produce, and head to the Fairy Meadows Bowling Club for a spot of barefoot bowls with friends. Fairy Meadow has so much to offer, and its strong community spirit and close proximity to Wollongong's thriving CBD make is a wonderful place to call home.
Property
With three bedrooms this classic Fairy Meadow home is ready to welcome new owners as is, but is also brimming with potential.
Keen renovators will delight in the retro features that have been retained throughout, giving this home tonnes of personality.
Its neat faade and sweeping front lawn provide the perfect welcome home as you make your way up the front steps and into the open-plan living and dining area. Basked in natural light and with views of the front garden, the living room will become the heart of this home.
Cook up a storm in the retro-style u-shaped kitchen, with stacks of cupboard space and a beautiful outlook over the spacious back garden through a sliding window, perfect for letting in the balmy Fairy Meadow breeze as you cook.
Step out onto the elevated deck for al fresco meals with friends and family, or to watch the kids as they enjoy the huge back garden, shaded by large established trees and with potential to become a truly special garden paradise for your family.
A family bathroom with shower, a separate laundry with outdoor access, and a lock up garage complete this Fairy Meadow home.
Lifestyle
With loads of outdoor space and limitless potential for renovation, this is a fantastic opportunity to secure an affordable property in a fabulous coastal location that puts every convenience within easy reach.
Whether you spend your weekends enjoying the beaches and parks of Fairy Meadow, or shopping in nearby Wollongong, this home offers a fantastic family lifestyle. With such an affordable price tag, this one wont last long!
The size of Fairy Meadow is approximately 3.5 square kilometres. There are 22 parks, covering nearly 21.2% of the total area. The population of Fairy Meadow in 2016 was 7405 people. By 2021 the population was 7512 showing a population growth of 1.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Fairy Meadow is 20-29 years. Households in Fairy Meadow are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Fairy Meadow work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 56.40% of the homes in Fairy Meadow were owner-occupied compared with 55.70% in 2016.
Fairy Meadow has 4,068 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Fairy Meadow have seen a 21.60% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 21.85% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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