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17 Margaret Street
Highfields NSW 2289

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 90m2
Land area: 615m2
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Property Details for 17 Margaret St, Highfields

17 Margaret St, Highfields is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 615m2 and floor size of 90m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2020.

Building Type
House
Floor Size
90m2
Land Size
615m2
Local Government
Lake Macquarie
Lot/Plan
10/DP25013

Last Listing description (April 2023)

This original family home is ready for extensive refurbishment/extension/renovation. A magical position in the cul-de sac with adjoining reserve at side and rear – perfect site for construction of a new, split level home. The quietly located and tightly-held street combined with the reserve at side and rear ensures peace and serenity. This is so close to where you want to be to enjoy the magnificent natural assets of the bushland and the nearby beaches and only 5 minutes drive to Westfield and Charlestown Square. A once in a generation opportunity to secure this fantastic position with only one neighbour adjoining. MUST BE SOLD.

Features:-
Leafy bushland

Original home with modernised bathroom
Air conditioning
Perfect site for new home
Cul-de sac location
Short walk to bus stop in Kahibah Road
Multiple options for preschool and day care centres located in Highfields, Kahibah & Charlestown East
Zoned for Kahibah Public School & Whitebridge High School
Walk to Fernleigh Track, waterfalls and Glenrock Lagoon
Very short drive to Westfield Kotara & Charlestown Square
5-10 mins drive approx to Dudley & Redhead Beaches
12 mins drive approx to Warners Bay Foreshore
15 mins drive approx to Newcastle CBD & harbour
15 mins drive approx to John Hunter Hospital & Newcastle University

PEST & BUILDING REPORTS AVAILABLE UPON INSPECTION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT AUCTION DAY. Due to COVID-19 Public Health Orders and our COVID-19 Safety Plan, only one registered bidder for each buyer group will be able to attend the auction. Auction day attendance will be limited to no more than 20 on-site registered bidders - no spectators. Live ONLINE bidding is available, recommended and unlimited by registering at https://auctionnow.com.au/properties/66114. We request that all buyers pre-register prior to auction day whether you wish to attend the on-site auction or bid online and we ask that you please book a time to pre-register with us.

Zoning: R2 Low Density Residential
Land Area: 600sqm approx
Council: Lake Macquarie
Land Rates: $2076pa approx
Water Rates: 816pa approx

Our COVID Safety plan for open house and auction requires attendees to produce driver's licence or proof of identity card, otherwise we will need to call your mobile phone to check we have your correct contact number.

We require you to:
* Wait until instructed to enter (no more than 20 visitors will be allowed to enter any premises and fewer depending on the size of the property);
* Use hand sanitiser;
* Exit via back door (if possible);
* Maintain 1.5m social distance;
* Remain in family groups at all times.

Please:
* Do not attend if you are unwell;
* Do not attend if you have been told to self-isolate;

Property History for 17 Margaret St, Highfields, NSW 2289

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$710,000
13 Dec 2020
  • 17 Mar 2022
    Listed for Sale AUCTION Price Guide $580,000-$635,000
  • 02 Aug 2021
    Listed for Sale AUCTION Price Guide $580,000-$635,000
  • 13 Dec 2020
    Sold for $710,000
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About Highfields 2289

The size of Highfields is approximately 0.9 square kilometres. It has 3 parks covering nearly 55.4% of total area. The population of Highfields in 2016 was 835 people. By 2021 the population was 936 showing a population growth of 12.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Highfields is 0-9 years. Households in Highfields are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Highfields work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 81.20% of the homes in Highfields were owner-occupied compared with 85.80% in 2016.

Highfields has 384 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Highfields have seen a 54.67% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 51.58% increase. As at 31 January 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Highfields is $1,091,635 while the median value for Units is $707,990.
  • Houses have a median rent of $525.
There are currently no properties listed for sale, and no properties listed for rent in Highfields on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 15 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Highfields.

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