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5 Short Street
Paddington NSW 2021

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 83m2
Land area: 44m2
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Property Details for 5 Short St, Paddington

5 Short St, Paddington is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1880. The property has a land size of 44m2 and floor size of 83m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2024.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1880
Floor Size
83m2
Land Size
44m2
Local Government
Sydney
Lot/Plan
X/DP908868

Last Listing description (November 2024)

A seamless blend of heritage character and modern convenience, this exceptional, end-row, Paddington terrace bathed in natural light is nestled in a peaceful enclave and surrounded by beautiful gardens. Stylishly renovated, it is ready to move in.

Spread over three levels, the ground floor flows from living and dining areas with polished floorboards to a designer kitchen with Italian granite benchtops, Bosch Serie 6 appliances, integrated dishwasher and hidden laundry. A handmade French light showcases sophistication. The Parisian-inspired bathroom has a claw-foot bath, a separate shower, a lux arched vanity and ample storage. Modern LED downlights, heated towel rail, heat lamp and AstraWalker tapware add contemporary comfort.


On the first floor, featuring plush wool carpet, the master bedroom has built in robes and shelving, ceiling fan and balcony overlooking the pedestrian-only street below. The study/home office/potential third bedroom opens to a spacious, north-facing entertainers courtyard with views of historic gum trees and Sydneys Centerpoint Tower. On the second floor, the double bedroom offers a versatile space for relaxation.

This is a rare opportunity to live the Paddington village lifestyle, or a smart investment, in a charming and quiet oasis just 300m to Oxford Street shops and dining, and 800m to Allianz Stadium and Sydney Cricket Ground. Walking distance to three university campuses, Sydney High Schools, Centennial Park, St Vincents Hospital and arthouse cinema, and easy access to beaches. Walk to the city, or catch the light rail from Moore Park station.


Renovated terrace, tranquil village location
Living/dining with polished timber flooring
Stunning kitchen, granite benchtops, and hidden laundry
Full sized bath with separate shower
Private first floor courtyard, with spectacular sunsets and city skyline views
Study/home office/potential third bedroom
Second bedroom drenched with natural light
300m to Oxford St
Walk to Centennial Parklands, Allianz Stadium

Property History for 5 Short St, Paddington, NSW 2021

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,865,000
03 Sep 2024
Listed for Rent
$895/w
29 Nov 2017
  • 03 Sep 2024
    Sold for $1,865,000
  • 09 Aug 2024
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 24 Apr 2020
    Sold for $1,540,000
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About Paddington 2021

The size of Paddington is approximately 1.6 square kilometres. It has 28 parks covering nearly 12.1% of total area. The population of Paddington in 2016 was 12911 people. By 2021 the population was 12701 showing a population decline of 1.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Paddington is 30-39 years. Households in Paddington are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Paddington work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 52.60% of the homes in Paddington were owner-occupied compared with 51.50% in 2016.

Paddington has 7,675 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Paddington have seen a 51.50% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 22.27% increase. As at 31 October 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Paddington is $3,780,968 while the median value for Units is $1,206,393.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,350 while Units have a median rent of $700.
There are currently 7 properties listed for sale, and 21 properties listed for rent in Paddington on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 314 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Paddington.

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