9/161 Scott St, Newcastle is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1880. The property has a land size of 1705m2 and floor size of 146m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2024.
Nestled in the heart of Newcastle, this spacious dual-level apartment offers you a unique opportunity to own a part of history wrapped in modern luxury. This building, a stunning conversion of a circa 1899 heritage site originally designed by the famed Frederick Menkens for R Hall and Sons, later served as the base for Rundles Tailoring before being transformed into stylish apartments in 1998.
Step into this four-bedroom, two-bathroom haven on the third floor, where solitude meets light-filled spaces thanks to minimal neighbours and thoughtful skylights. Perfect for both privacy and parties, the large internal courtyard is your go-to for quiet mornings or lively evenings. The contemporary new kitchen is a true masterpiece, boasting top-of-the-line appliances including a Falcon gas range and an integrated French door fridge/freezer, not to mention loads of clever storage solutions. The upstairs loft space is a versatile retreat. It could be your private home office, guest room, or extra living area, offering 20sqm of additional space.
The apartment doesn't just promise a gorgeous living space; it comes with lifestyle perks too. Enjoy the luxury of a heated lap pool, sauna, and gym-amenities that add a dash of resort living to your daily life. And with such a tightly knit community vibe, you'll be making friends around every corner.
The location is unbeatable. Morning coffee, a leisurely lunch, and your evening entertainment are all on the doorstep, and the beach and harbour are both just a stroll away. Plus, with the tram stopping right outside, the whole city is within easy reach.
- Secure entry to grand formal entrance and lift access between floors
- Single car space and large lock-up storeroom for valuables and sports equipment
- Open plan living with 3m high ceilings, Velux solar powered openable skylights
- Original exposed beams and brickwork
- New engineered timber floors, plush carpet, ducted a/c
- Stunning new kitchen with all the storage you need, black Falcon gas range, integrated Bosch dishwasher and French door fridge/freezer
- Three main level bedrooms with built-in robes and access to internal courtyard
- Fully tiled master ensuite; three-way main bathroom/laundry
- Residents' heated lap pool, sauna, gym and communal courtyard
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The size of Newcastle is approximately 4.9 square kilometres. There are 25 parks, covering nearly 10.5% of the 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 5,231 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Newcastle have seen a 9.47% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 31.42% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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