21 O'Brien Street, Gateshead, NSW 2290 sold on 17 March 2026 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 17 Mar 2026 for $940,000

21 O'Brien Street
Gateshead NSW 2290

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 664m2
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Property Details for 21 O'Brien St, Gateshead

21 O'Brien St, Gateshead is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 664m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2026. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Gateshead in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Land Size
664m2

Last Listing description (March 2026)

Step into a home where charm, opportunity and location come together in one incredibly appealing package. Positioned proudly on the high side of ever-popular Gateshead, this delightful cottage immediately welcomes you with timeless character and warmth, while offering a future filled with possibilities for growing families, first home buyers and savvy investors alike.

From the moment you arrive, the home's classic cottage façade sets the tone for what awaits inside. Step through the door and you are greeted by beautiful hardwood timber floorboards underfoot, soaring ceilings above, decorative cornices, and a charming character fireplace that anchors the living space with warmth and personality. It is the kind of home that feels inviting the moment you walk in, comfortable today, yet brimming with opportunity to add even more value over time.

Picture slow Sunday mornings filled with natural light streaming through the windows, cool sea breezes drifting in from the nearby coast, and afternoons spent entertaining friends and family while kids and pets run freely through the enormous backyard. With its prized north-west facing orientation, the home captures beautiful winter sun while enjoying refreshing summer breezes, creating an environment that feels comfortable all year round.

The layout offers practical everyday living with multiple bedrooms, comfortable living spaces and a functional kitchen and dining zone, while the outdoor space opens the door to something truly special. With a deep block and valuable side access leading into the backyard, the possibilities here are extensive, whether you're dreaming of building a large shed, adding a granny flat for additional income, installing a pool, or potentially even combining all three (STCA).

Beyond the home itself, the location is where Gateshead truly shines. This is a suburb that buyers are increasingly recognising as one of the region's smartest lifestyle and investment choices. Just minutes from Charlestown Square, close to top schooling options and only a short drive to stunning beaches like Redhead and Dudley, this address places you right in the middle of everything people love about Lake Macquarie living.

• Charming cottage façade with timeless street appeal and welcoming entry
• Beautiful hardwood timber floorboards flowing throughout the home
• Character fireplace creating a warm and inviting living space
• High ceilings and decorative cornices adding classic cottage charm
• Spacious lounge room filled with natural light and character features
• Functional kitchen positioned beside dining area for everyday convenience
• Three comfortable bedrooms offering flexibility for families or guests
• Split system air conditioning in the living room and third bedroom for comfort
• Freshly painted interior and exterior creating a clean, move-in ready feel
• New sheer curtains and blinds providing a soft modern finish throughout
• Functional family bathroom plus separate toilet for practicality
• Separate laundry space with additional storage and access outdoors
• Large north-west facing backyard capturing sun and cooling sea breezes
• Expansive block offering room for future improvements or extensions
• Valuable side access allowing vehicles to drive directly into backyard
• Potential space for granny flat, pool or large shed (STCA)
• Detached double garage providing secure parking and storage
• Opportunity to renovate further and increase value over time

For first home buyers, this is an incredibly exciting opportunity to secure an affordable home in a suburb that continues to grow in popularity and demand. With great bones, beautiful character features and huge upside potential, it is the perfect starting point for buyers wanting to create something truly special.

For investors, the property presents clear value-add potential through renovation or the addition of a granny flat (STCA), creating the possibility of strong future rental returns in a suburb where demand continues to rise.

For renovators and flippers, the location alone makes this a compelling opportunity. Gateshead's proximity to the coast, Charlestown's retail hub and Newcastle CBD continues to drive buyer demand for well-presented homes in this area.

Life here is all about convenience and lifestyle. Charlestown Square's shopping, dining and entertainment options are just minutes away, while excellent schooling options including St Paul's Primary School, St Mary's Catholic College and Hunter Sports High School are all close by. Beautiful beaches like Redhead and Dudley are only a short drive away, and Lake Macquarie's foreshore and recreational lifestyle are right at your fingertips.

With Lake Macquarie Private Hospital nearby and excellent access to the bypass and major transport routes, this is a location that suits everyone from young families through to retirees seeking convenience and lifestyle.

Opportunities like this are becoming harder to find, character homes with large blocks, future development potential and such a central location are exactly what buyers are chasing right now.

The high side of Gateshead continues to grow in demand, and once you experience the lifestyle and convenience on offer here, it is easy to understand why.

This is your chance to secure a charming home today, with the potential to create something even greater tomorrow.

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*All information provided is believed to be reliable but is not guaranteed. SOLD Real Estate and its representatives make no representation as to its accuracy and interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Any development potential or future use is subject to council approval.

Property History for 21 O'Brien St, Gateshead, NSW 2290

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$940,000
17 Mar 2026
Listed for Rent
$480/w
06 Dec 2021
  • 11 Mar 2026
    Sold for $940,000
  • 06 Mar 2026
    Listed for Sale UNDER CONTRACT
  • 06 Dec 2021
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Gateshead 2290

The size of Gateshead is approximately 2.8 square kilometres. It has 10 parks covering nearly 20.0% of total area. The population of Gateshead in 2016 was 3145 people. By 2021 the population was 3121 showing a population decline of 0.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Gateshead is 20-29 years. Households in Gateshead are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Gateshead work in a labourer occupation.In 2021, 53.10% of the homes in Gateshead were owner-occupied compared with 53.10% in 2016.

Gateshead has 1,685 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Gateshead have seen a 60.22% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 69.24% increase. As at 30 April 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Gateshead is $1,019,514 while the median value for Units is $860,235.
  • Houses have a median rent of $615 while Units have a median rent of $300.
There are currently 3 properties listed for sale, and 4 properties listed for rent in Gateshead on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 43 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Gateshead.

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