1 Middleton St, Petersham is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1885. The property has a land size of 538m2 and floor size of 320m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2022.
Majestically standing on a prominent corner position, "Lyndhurst", a grand circa 1885 residence, which was originally built for Australia's renowned retailer John Ellis Gowing, exemplifies the very finest in Victorian Italianate architecture, and retains a plethora of exquisite original features throughout.
Set on 512 square metres of established grounds, this magnificent three level residence, with its original widow's walk affording sweeping 360-degree views, is one for the discerning.
This prestigious residence is located in a premier neighbourhood, adjacent to Newington College, and is in close proximity to Fort Street High School and other select primary and secondary schools.
The accommodation includes:
A stately entrance hall, complete with its stunning mosaic floor and superb staircase, creates a captivating first impression
Four bedrooms, all with fireplaces, and a study or 5th single bedroom
The main bedroom with marble fireplace, offers a walk-in dressing room, and has access to its own private balcony
Opulent formal living and dining rooms, framed by beautiful, oversized bay windows, complete with striking marble fireplaces
Substantial family room with its original, exposed sandstone walls and gas fireplace, would also serve as an ideal teenager's retreat or guest accommodation
Large entertainer's kitchen with abundant storage and meal preparation areas flows onto an elevated, outdoor deck
Two period style bathrooms and large laundry with ample storage
Innumerable other outstanding features include large roof storage, several balconies, soaring ceilings, quality cedar joinery, seven fireplaces, polished floors, wine cellar, storeroom, and ducted reverse cycle climate control.
The size of Petersham is approximately 1.3 square kilometres. There are 6 parks, covering nearly 5.5% of the total area. The population of Petersham in 2016 was 8116 people. By 2021 the population was 8200 showing a population growth of 1.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Petersham is 30-39 years. Households in Petersham are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Petersham work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 47.70% of the homes in Petersham were owner-occupied compared with 47.30% in 2016.
Petersham has 5,108 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Petersham have seen a 25.43% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 23.20% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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