8 Hillcrest Ave, Rathmines is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1980. The property has a land size of 882m2 and floor size of 83m2.This Property is currently listed for sale with Harcourts Newcastle
Set behind a wide front lawn, this weatherboard home offers a versatile layout with two distinct living zones under the one roof, providing plenty of space and privacy across an impressive 878sqm block.
The front residence includes three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, a bathroom, kitchen and comfortable living area. Air conditioning, ceiling fans, plantation shutters and plenty of natural light add to the home's everyday comfort, while the interiors offer scope to update and personalise over time.
At the rear of the home, a fully self-contained one-bedroom living area features its own bathroom, kitchen and living space, offering exceptional flexibility for extended family, guests, or independent teenagers, all while remaining under the one roof.
Between the two living zones, the covered and screened outdoor entertaining area provides a sheltered setting for dining and gatherings. Beyond it, the level backyard offers plenty of space for children, pets and gardens, complemented by established greenery and two-car accommodation.
Perfectly positioned for everyday convenience, the property is close to Rathmines Public School, local shops, parks, boat ramps and the Lake Macquarie foreshore. Toronto Town Centre is also within easy reach, while access to Wangi Road and Toronto Road provides connections to Newcastle, Morisset and the M1 Motorway for travel to Sydney.
Property Features:
- Bedrooms with built-in wardrobes
- Dual-living layout with two distinct living zones under one roof
- Self-contained rear one-bedroom accommodation with its own kitchen, bathroom and living area
- Air conditioning and ceiling fans
- Covered and screened outdoor entertaining area
- Level 878sqm block with an established backyard
- 6.6kw solar system
- Close to schools, shops and Lake Macquarie's foreshore
- Rathmines Public School 1.3km, Arcadia Vale Public School 3.4km, Toronto High School 7.3km
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The size of Rathmines is approximately 4.1 square kilometres. There are 11 parks, covering nearly 30.0% of the total area. The population of Rathmines in 2016 was 1905 people. By 2021 the population was 2076 showing a population growth of 9.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Rathmines is 60-69 years. Households in Rathmines are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Rathmines work in a trades occupation.In 2021, 84.80% of the homes in Rathmines were owner-occupied compared with 82.90% in 2016.
Rathmines has 1,077 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Rathmines have seen a 42.58% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 53.38% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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