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5 Potch Street
Lightning Ridge NSW 2834

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 4
Floor area: 85m2
Land area: 1087m2
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Property Details for 5 Potch St, Lightning Ridge

5 Potch St, Lightning Ridge is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces and was built in 1970. The property has a land size of 1087m2 and floor size of 85m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in August 2023.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1970
Floor Size
85m2
Land Size
1087m2
Local Government
Walgett
Lot/Plan
12/22/DP758612

Last Listing description (May 2019)

:: 3/4 Bedrooms 2 with built-ins
:: New kitchen/dining/lounge
:: 2 Air-conditioners

:: 2-Carport & 8mx8m lock-up workshop/garage
:: 1040m2 Freehold block fully fenced
:: Close to Aquatic Centre and Town Centre
Imagine being able to buy a fully furnished house with all appliances, in pristine condition with 3 bedrooms, an office (4th bedroom), a new kitchen which flows into the dining and lounge, new floating wood flooring throughout, an extra living/rumpus area, separate toilet and handy bathroom/laundry. All of this for under $250,000!
But, I know you want more! This beautiful property has easy to maintain lawns and gardens, 6 solar panels, 2 air-conditioners, double carport and a large 8mx8m lock-up shed which is ideal for a large workshop or a multiple car garage. Only a minute walk from the amazing aquatic centre, this freehold 1040m2 block has rear lane access, town water supply, a 10,500L rain-water tank and is fully fenced and secure for your dog and children.
Lightning Ridge is the Black Opal Capital of the World and this lucrative Industry is fascinating to observe and to be a part of. Thousands of tourists come annually to this seemingly remote part of North Western NSW. The Ridge , as the locals call it, has all the commercial and community services that are needed for an enjoyable retirement, business persuit or family life-style. This amazing community boasts a huge list of services and attraction: free hot artesian bore baths, many torist attractions and accommodation, heated international standard diving pool & aquatic complex, active art, craft & jewellery colony, annual opal & gem festival, 3-day Easter festival, show & rodeo, hospital, medical & dental centres, flying doctor service, large supermarket, RSL Club, P-12 schools, TAFE, entertainment centre, bowls complex, Sunday markets and community garden.
Over the years, many have come to visit The Ridge but have decided to stay and make it home. Its rich history, colourful characters and peoples of diverse cultures, all make it a vibrant and friendly place; uniquely Australian and rural living at its best.
You can purchase one of the best in the Ridge for the very alluring asking price of only $249,000. So, call Glen today on 0439864600 to make further enquiries and book an inspection.
3 Bedrooms with Office (4th bedroom)
All furniture and Appliances included
New Kitchen open plan Dining/Lounge
Rumpus/Living/Sun room
Separate Toilet
Handy Bathroom/Laundry
Two-Vehicle Carport
Large well fenced 1040m2 block
Freehold title
Large 8mx8m lockup Workshop/Multi-car Garage
6 Solar Power Panels
10,500 Litre Rainwater Tank
Town Water
Close to Town Centre
One Minute Walk to Aquatic & Diving Centre
Hospital, Doctors, Schools, Shops, RSL Club, Professional Services
Only $249,000 Call Glen to Inspect 0439 864 600

Property History for 5 Potch St, Lightning Ridge, NSW 2834

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$230,000
25 Aug 2023
  • 25 Aug 2023
    Sold for $230,000
  • 29 Jan 2020
    Sold for $205,000
  • 26 Nov 2018
    Listed for Sale $237,500
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About Lightning Ridge 2834

The size of Lightning Ridge is approximately 2139.2 square kilometres. It has 3 parks covering nearly 0.7% of total area. The population of Lightning Ridge in 2016 was 2284 people. By 2021 the population was 1946 showing a population decline of 14.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Lightning Ridge is 60-69 years. Households in Lightning Ridge are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $600 - $799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Lightning Ridge work in a community and personal service occupation.In 2021, 62.10% of the homes in Lightning Ridge were owner-occupied compared with 55.20% in 2016.

Lightning Ridge has 1,796 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Lightning Ridge have seen a 60.11% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -57.49% decrease. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Lightning Ridge is $195,459 while the median value for Units is $43,398.
  • Houses have a median rent of $300.
There are currently 2 properties listed for sale, and no properties listed for rent in Lightning ridge on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 109 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Lightning ridge.

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