18/28 Watt Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300 sold on 04 April 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 04 Apr 2025 for $846,000

18/28 Watt Street
Newcastle NSW 2300

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 96m2
Land area: 548m2
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Property Details for 18/28 Watt St, Newcastle

18/28 Watt St, Newcastle is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 548m2 and floor size of 96m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2025. There are other 2 bedroom Unit sold in Newcastle in the last 12 months.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1900
Floor Size
96m2
Land Size
548m2
Local Government
Newcastle
Lot/Plan
18/SP1845

Last Listing description (April 2025)

City energy meets timeless sophistication in this standout residence, set within the iconic Athcourt building. A rare gem in the heart of Newcastle, this New York-style apartment blends stylish design, effortless luxury, and an unbeatable urban lifestyle. Think soaring ceilings, polished timber floors, and sunlit interiors - this is inner-city living at its finest.

Step inside, and the spacious, airy feel is undeniable. The expansive open-plan interior flows seamlessly from the generous living and dining to the sun-drenched balcony, where skyline and ocean views take centre stage. A separate sunroom offers a flexible retreat - ideal as a home office or creative space.

Outside, the city is at your feet. Start the day with a swim at Newcastle Beach, grab coffee in Pacific Park, or enjoy fine dining along the foreshore. And when it's time to unwind, take the lift to the exclusive rooftop terrace, where panoramic city and ocean views stretch in every direction.

A statement apartment in an unbeatable location - live, entertain, and experience the best of Newcastle.

What You'll Love
-- Exclusive loft access: full top-floor common space with breathtaking city & ocean views.
-- Spacious two-bedroom layout: both with built-in robes and ceiling fans.
-- Sunlit open-plan living & dining: high ceilings, timber flooring, and an airy, expansive feel.
-- Renovated kitchen: quality stainless steel appliances, extensive bench space & balcony access.
-- Flexible sunroom/home office: a separate retreat to work or unwind.
-- Plenty of built-in storage: seamless and stylish cabinetry throughout.
-- Updated bathroom: spacious and contemporary design.
-- Split-system air conditioning: year-round comfort.
-- Built-in washer & dryer: convenience meets functionality.

Your New Neighbourhood
-- 6min walk to Newcastle Beach (400m)
-- 3min walk to Pacific Park (210m)
-- 5min walk to the Foreshore and Foreshore Park(400m)
-- 6min walk to Woolworth Metro and retail precinct (500m)
-- 18min walk to Honeysuckle precinct (1.3km)
-- 9min walk to Ferry terminal (650m)
-- 3min walk to Great Northern Hotel or Customs House (170m)
-- 12min walk to Fort Scratchley (850m)

-- Approx. weekly rental return: in the vicinity of $850
-- Approx. council rates per quarter: $437
-- Approx. strata rates per quarter: $2504
-- Approx. water rates per third: $280 (not incl. usage)

For more information, please contact Roland Campos or Toby Wilson on 4967 6770.

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Property History for 18/28 Watt St, Newcastle, NSW 2300

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$846,000
04 Apr 2025
Listed for Rent
$800/w
13 Mar 2024
  • 04 Apr 2025
    Sold for $846,000
  • 19 Mar 2025
    Listed for Sale Under Contract
  • 14 Feb 2024
    Listed for Rent $800 / week
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About Newcastle 2300

The size of Newcastle is approximately 4.9 square kilometres. It has 25 parks covering nearly 10.5% of total area. The population of Newcastle in 2016 was 2753 people. By 2021 the population was 3852 showing a population growth of 39.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Newcastle is 20-29 years. Households in Newcastle are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Newcastle work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 44.20% of the homes in Newcastle were owner-occupied compared with 45.70% in 2016.

Newcastle has 5,178 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Newcastle have seen a 29.97% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 40.82% increase. As at 31 October 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Newcastle is $1,737,396 while the median value for Units is $1,004,031.
  • Houses have a median rent of $773 while Units have a median rent of $700.
There are currently 27 properties listed for sale, and 18 properties listed for rent in Newcastle on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 236 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Newcastle.

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