49 Cliff Rd, Northwood is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 1040m2 and floor size of 205m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in December 2023.
A cherished family home coming to market for the first time in almost 50 years, this genteel 3-bedroom residence offers versatility and huge potential in a coveted setting complete with gorgeous Lane Cove River views and a vista to the CBD. Set on a vast 980.1sqm (approx.) parcel, embraced by mature trees and set well back from the street with long driveway and double LUG, it represents a remarkable opportunity in a blue-ribbon family friendly pocket.
Minutes to the Northwood ferry wharf and Woodford Bay, this generational residence stands as a graceful haven with enormous scope - the perfect canvas upon which the discerning buyer can craft a personal vision. A formal living area offers a balcony with sublime treescape views across to the water and the CBD while a large kitchen with dining area opens to a sun-soaked rear to the north courtyard and backyard. A formal dining room, study, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and laundry complete the lower level, with an expansive 2nd level attic bedroom with sweeping views across to the water and CBD.
Set in a neighbourhood characterised by tree-lined streets and grand residences that cascade towards the waterfront, this early 20th century home combines an incredible location with massive potential. Minutes to Wollstonecraft and Lane Cove, it offers scope for the renewal of the existing residence to create a modern family home or even a full re-imagining of the site, capitalising on the large block to craft a luxury contemporary abode in this enviable locale. A rare opportunity with incredible potential in a revered area, this once in a generation chance awaits the fortunate new owner.
PROPERTY FEATURES
Graceful family home, huge site in coveted address
Set well back from street amid tree framed setting
Offered to market for the first time in over 50 years
Beautiful “bones”, clear potential for revitalisation
Incredible scope to craft modern abode (STCA)
Chance to capitalise, create all new home (STCA)
Long driveway with double LUG, mature gardens
Formal living, balcony to sweeping views
Minutes to ferry wharf, buses, Wollstonecraft trains
Close to RNS Hospital, quality schools, local cafes
The size of Northwood is approximately 0.4 square kilometres. There are 5 parks, covering nearly 12.9% of the total area. The population of Northwood in 2016 was 982 people. By 2021 the population was 916 showing a population decline of 6.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Northwood is 10-19 years. Households in Northwood are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Northwood work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 87.20% of the homes in Northwood were owner-occupied compared with 87.30% in 2016.
Northwood has 358 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Northwood have seen a -2.59% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 41.31% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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