56 Macquarie St, Merewether is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 850m2 and floor size of 385m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2015.
An impressive sized block with private outdoor spaces, period features and a hugely versatile floorplan offering multiple living areas for the large or extended family combine to create an enticing option with wide appeal. Immediately livable with spacious rooms, self-contained accommodation and a versatile lower level rumpus, it offers superb potential to transform or knock down/rebuild into a dream home or as a possible dual occupancy site capitalising on northwesterly city views and its excellent lifestyle location.
Sprawling across its wide block over three generous levels, it delivers family versatility with formal and informal living and dining zones, four bedrooms including a master with ensuite and a multi-functional area downstairs, which opens to the refreshing 12.5m pool and private backyard. A separate suite boasts its own sitting room, bedroom and bathroom making it an ideal space for teenagers, in-law accommodation or income potential. A double garage plus additional driveway parking, wine cellar and internal laundry enhance a supremely functional floor plan while air-conditioning and gas heating address practical essentials.
Perfectly positioned for transport options, the stellar location is only a short stroll to schools and Merewether Golf Club. From here is only a 2.3km walk or drive to The Junction precinct and beaches.
* Tri-level brick home on northwest to rear 849sqm parcel captures city views
* Approximate block size is 20.88/30.18 X 33.22 appealing to builders/developers as potential development site (STCA)
* Superb scope to renovate or knockdown rebuild into stunning family home (STCA)
* Separate living and dining spaces plus large media/family room
* Kitchen and casual meals area equipped with gas cooking and dishwasher
* Master bedroom and guest/in-law/teenage retreat boast ensuite bathrooms
* Double lock-up garage and driveway parking for up to three vehicles
* Stroll to Merewether Public School and golf club; close to the Junction's eateries
FRIENDLY AUCTION SYSTEM
This property is being sold under the revolutionary Friendly Auction System.
- An independent pest & building report is available on request at no charge to you (this is the type of report your solicitor would usually recommend purchasing before bidding at an auction or making an unconditional offer prior to auction and are conducted by a panel of reputable companies. The companies have consented to friendly auction terms and will generally be happy to speak to you about any questions in reports and in most cases transfer the reports into your name if you are the successful buyer at auction or prior to auction, see each report for details).
- Flexible deposit and settlement conditions are also available by negotiation with the agent if required.
- Offers can also be made prior to auction and each offer will be assessed on its merits.
In-room auction event scheduled at The Arc at Watt Street Commercial Centre (Cnr King and Watt St Newcastle)
Bid and buy with confidence in this consumer driven, transparent auction system that was pioneered here in Newcastle but is now in use across Australia.
We also have a downloadable guide available at www.prdnewcastle.com.au
The size of Merewether is approximately 6.4 square kilometres. It has 19 parks covering nearly 49.5% of total area. The population of Merewether in 2016 was 10964 people. By 2021 the population was 11788 showing a population growth of 7.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Merewether is 20-29 years. Households in Merewether are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Merewether work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 64.80% of the homes in Merewether were owner-occupied compared with 63.30% in 2016.
Merewether has 5,894 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Merewether have seen a 58.85% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 44.67% increase. As at 30 November 2025:
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