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68 Watkin Street
Newtown NSW 2042

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 180m2
Land area: 235m2
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Property Details for 68 Watkin St, Newtown

68 Watkin St, Newtown is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 235m2 and floor size of 180m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2016.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1900
Floor Size
180m2
Land Size
235m2
Local Government
Sydney
Lot/Plan
1/DP911944

Last Listing description (May 2016)

Combining position, elegance and a classic timeless style, this traditional freestanding terrace offers a superb period home in a premium north Newtown address, with high ornate ceilings, fireplaces and private lacework balconies. Its large two-level layout is filled with character details and features bright interiors, a leafy backyard and a location that s renowned for its village convenience. This home has great scope and further potential. This tree-lined street is just footsteps to Hollis Park and within easy walking distance to local cafes, Eveleigh Farmers' Market, King Street dining and a choice of train stations. Sydney University and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital are all within easy walking distance. All of this set on a generous block of 236 sqm(approx). Within current Newtown High School of Performing Arts catchment.
- Scope to renovate or move in and update over time
- Spacious floorplan with three separate living areas

- Polished Kauri floors, high ceilings and original fireplaces
- Downstairs powder room
- Large entertainment deck and leafy rear garden
- Three double bedrooms plus a separate study
- Generous main bedroom that opens to a lacework balcony
- Skylit kitchen and dining area that flows to the outdoors
- First time offered for sale in 28 years

Property History for 68 Watkin St, Newtown, NSW 2042

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,960,000
07 May 2016
  • 07 May 2016
    Sold for $1,960,000
  • 04 Apr 2016
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 21 Jan 1988
    Sold for $184,000
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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 9,353 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 31 properties listed for sale, and 67 properties listed for rent in Newtown on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 332 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Newtown.

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