72 Cottenham AvenueKensington NSW 2033
Property Details for 72 Cottenham Ave, Kensington
72 Cottenham Ave, Kensington is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 561m2 and floor size of 220m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in February 2021.
Last Listing description (March 2021)
The inspired Brian Van Der Platt designed transformation of one of Kensingtons classic Californian bungalows has created a luxurious contemporary residence designed to embrace a landscaped garden haven with a sparkling pool as centrepiece to family life. Holding an exclusive setting on the doorstep of Kensington Park, the two-storey home features a dream kitchen as the social heart and a separate studio retreat ideal as a rumpus room, entertainers pavilion or self-contained accommodation. Stylish interiors are finished to perfection with polished Blackbutt floors, extensive streamlined storage and high-end finishes with a family focused layout incorporating a private master wing and a choice of living areas. Set on one of Kensingtons finest avenues, this forever family home rests on a level 563sqm approx block in a tightly held neighbourhood footsteps to the park grounds and a level walk to UNSW, the light rail and Kensingtons cosmopolitan dining scene.
+ Luxurious contemporary parkside home
+ Landscaped gardens, double garaging
+ 5 large bedrooms with built-ins, 2 ensuite
+ Parents retreat with a dressing room
+ Upper level family living or media room
+ Free-flowing living and dining rooms
+ Entertainers Calacatta marble kitchen
+ Butlers pantry and European appliances
+ Zip water system, streamlined joinery
+ Walls of glass frame views over the garden
+ Sheltered all-weather entertainers deck
+ Manicured lawn with outdoor lighting
+ Heated mosaic tiled saltwater pool with a spa
+ Rumpus/poolside entertainers pavilion
+ Self-contained studio, au pair/teen retreat
+ 4 designer European appointed bathrooms
+ Marble and glass mosaic tile finishes
+ Master ensuite with underfloor heating
+ Guest powder room and an internal laundry
+ Ducted air, gas heating, automated blinds
+ Bose sound system and first-rate security
+ Automatic irrigation system, pop up sprinklers
+ Level 563sqm approx, 12m street frontage
+ Short walk to UNSW and OLSH College
+ 6km to the CBD, minutes to surf beaches
Outgoings
Water Rates: $355 per quarter
Council Rates: $711 per quarter
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Property History for 72 Cottenham Ave, Kensington, NSW 2033
- 02 Feb 2021Sold for $4,450,000
- 06 Aug 2020Listed for Sale Contact Agent
- 15 Mar 2003Sold for $1,220,000
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About Kensington 2033
The size of Kensington is approximately 2.7 square kilometres. There are 21 parks, covering nearly 28.4% of the total area. The population of Kensington in 2016 was 15004 people. By 2021 the population was 11927 showing a population decline of 20.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Kensington is 20-29 years. Households in Kensington are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Kensington work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 42.90% of the homes in Kensington were owner-occupied compared with 38.90% in 2016.
Kensington has 6,195 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Kensington have seen a 2.48% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 10.11% increase. As at 31 May 2026:
- The median value for Houses in Kensington is $3,161,956 while the median value for Units is $1,058,415.
- Houses have a median rent of $1,520 while Units have a median rent of $800.
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