59 Hunter StreetNewcastle NSW 2300
Property Details for 59 Hunter St, Newcastle
59 Hunter St, Newcastle is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 128m2 and floor size of 169m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2024.
Last Listing description (February 2025)
Nestled in the heart of the city just a block from both the beach and harbour, this unique Art Deco building offers a brilliant lifestyle. The P & O building includes both a ground-floor commercial premises and stunning two-storey loft apartment above. Live above with income from the currently leased commercial area - or move your business below your home.
Commissioned in 1935 by the Queensland Insurance Company, the building was reimagined by renowned architect W.D. Jeater, who designed the Art Deco four-inch-thick glazed terra cotta facade and the arches that now frame the residence balcony. Jeater also opened the internal spaces with double height ceilings and panels of windows which are beautiful plus enable cross-ventilation.
Whether you're drawn by its architectural heritage, potential for lifestyle flexibility or the allure of city living - this unique property represents a rare chance to own a piece of Newcastle's storied past while shaping its future.
Residential two-level loft apartment with roof garden ~ 220sqm
Whole wall of joinery for personal library and double glazed northern windows
Kitchen: Neff ovens (2) + induction cooktop, two integrated Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezers, Bosch dishwasher
Weber BBQ, plumbed sink, bar fridge, motorised awning on the private roof garden,
A/C throughout; Ethanol fireplace in the lounge/dining area
The ground floor ceiling is over 4m and the first floor is over 3.5m
Commercial space ~110sqm, currently returning $44kpa until June 2025 with an option of an additional 3-year term
Potential for strata titling and selling the spaces individually (STCA)
- Council rates: $1132 p/quarter
- Water rates: $300 per quarter
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Property History for 59 Hunter St, Newcastle, NSW 2300
- 01 Nov 2024Sold for $2,150,000
- 08 Oct 2024Listed for Sale Auction
- 03 Oct 2023Listed for Sale $2,200,000
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