85 Burren St, Newtown is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1890. The property has a land size of 298m2 and floor size of 243m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2025.
Spanning a wide-fronted block of 297sqm, this is a rare find offering magnificent period details and a clever extension that enhances family living. The perennial benefits of its classic features include the high ceilings, the large size of the bedrooms and the selection of fine finishes, exemplified by the quality timber and marble flooring, and the retained marble fireplaces. Adding peace of mind is the versatile floorplan which offers three living spaces, including the rear section of the home which can function as self-contained living from time to time, as it offers side access, a bathroom and a kitchenette. Further impressing with north-rear orientation and lane access to dual parking, this home offers so much to satisfy the most discerning home-seekers, in close proximity to both Erskineville Village and King Street Newtown (both approx. 400m away), as well as South Eveleigh's Arts and foodie precinct. Front living rooms are segmented by original partition door Second living room steps out to the sheltered side terrace Rear rumpus room with kitchenette and direct side access Upstairs also features timber floorboards and high ceilings Refined master with ornate f/place, French doors and balcony Generous bedrooms with BIRs, rear room with an ensuite Main bathroom with period traits including a clawfoot tub Ready to move into with scope to personalise and add value Darlington Public and Newtown Performing Arts High catchment
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 9,360 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Newtown have seen a -4.80% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 2.95% increase. As at 30 September 2026:
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