17 Union Street, Newtown, NSW 2042 sold on 07 August 2026 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 07 Aug 2026 for $1,530,000

17 Union Street
Newtown NSW 2042

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 78m2
Land area: 63m2
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Property Details for 17 Union St, Newtown

17 Union St, Newtown is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 63m2 and floor size of 78m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in August 2026. There are other 2 bedroom House sold in Newtown in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1920
Floor Size
78m2
Land Size
63m2
Local Government
Sydney
Lot/Plan
6/DP928960

Last Listing description (August 2026)

Brimming with character and untapped potential, this classic double-storey terrace presents an outstanding opportunity to renovate and create your dream home in one of the Inner West's most sought-after locations.

Positioned on approximately 63sqm, the property is perfectly placed between the vibrant heart of Newtown and the charming Erskineville Village, offering an enviable lifestyle just moments from everything this thriving precinct has to offer.

A short stroll takes you to King Street's renowned cafs, restaurants, boutique shopping, Woolworths, Erskineville Village, train stations and an abundance of parks and entertainment options.

Retaining its original charm, the home features a practical floorplan with separate living and dining areas, with the dining room flowing through to the kitchen. At the rear, a private paved courtyard provides the perfect foundation for future outdoor entertaining.

Upstairs, the accommodation comprises two generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious main bedroom with its own balcony and a second bedroom with built-in storage.

While the home would benefit from a complete renovation, it offers an exceptional opportunity to add significant value and transform it into a stunning Inner West residence.

Property Highlights:

-Outstanding opportunity to renovate and add value
-Two generous bedrooms, main with private balcony
-Separate living and dining areas
-Private paved rear courtyard
-Prime location between Newtown and Erskineville Village
-Walking distance to King Street cafs, restaurants, boutique shopping, Woolworths, public transport and local parks

Whether you're a renovator, investor or buyer seeking to create a bespoke Inner West home, this is a rare opportunity to secure a property in a tightly held lifestyle location with enormous future potential.

Property History for 17 Union St, Newtown, NSW 2042

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,530,000
07 Aug 2026
Listed for Rent
$670/w
29 Mar 2022
  • 07 Aug 2026
    Sold for $1,530,000
  • 28 Jul 2026
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 24 Mar 2022
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Newtown 2042

The size of Newtown is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. There are 18 parks, covering nearly 3.7% of the total area. The population of Newtown in 2016 was 15029 people. By 2021 the population was 14690 showing a population decline of 2.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Newtown is 20-29 years. Households in Newtown are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Newtown work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 40.70% of the homes in Newtown were owner-occupied compared with 38.50% in 2016.

Newtown has 9,352 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Newtown have seen a 2.75% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 6.78% increase. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Newtown is $1,852,184 while the median value for Units is $888,538.
  • Houses have a median rent of $990 while Units have a median rent of $675.
There are currently 30 properties listed for sale, and 68 properties listed for rent in Newtown on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 338 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Newtown.

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