36 Watkin Street

Newtown NSW 2042

An uplifting blend of Victorian grandeur and Scandi-style simplicity creates a welcoming feel in this Paddington-style terrace in a coveted pocket of North Newtown. On the sunny side of Newtown's finest tree-lined street, the c1890 classic is spread over three levels on a dual access block with potential for off-street parking via Bucknell Lane. Big on space and light, the three-bedroom home retains its historic charm but has been opened up and extended delivering a perfect footprint for families with a choice of living areas and plenty of scope to add your stamp of style. Available for the first time in decades, the 5m fronted terrace combines enduring elegance with standout convenience with King Street's world of art, fashion and entertainment at the top of the street and historic Hollis Park and Carriageworks' cultural hub around the corner. Getting around is a breeze, just 350m to Macdonaldtown station in one direction and 600m to Newtown station in the other. - Wide street with plentiful on-street parking for residents- 132sqm approx with rear lane access, scope for garaging STCA- Elegant entry hall and ornate 3.2m ceilings, original roses - 3 double bedrooms on the upper level, 2 with district views - King-sized main with a fireplace and iron lace balcony - Spacious living and dining rooms with Jetmaster fireplaces- Wide original Kauri floorboards, access to the courtyard - Large gas kitchen, stainless steel appliances, walk-in pantry- Family meals/casual dining with a bright east facing aspect - 2nd living with bi-folds to the courtyard and coal-fired bbq - 150m to King Street's restaurants, bars, cinemas and shops- 350m to historic Hollis Park, 550m to Erskineville village - 4km to the CBD, close to Sydney University and RPA Hospital - Rates: Water $190pq, Council $469pq (All approx.)Contact Shaun Stoker 0424 172 217Ercan Ersan 0423 941 112 Our recommended mortgage broker: Tommy Nguyen (http://broker.loanmarket.com.au/erskineville)