12 Libya St, Shortland is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 581.7m2 and floor size of 70m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2026. There are other 2 bedroom House sold in Shortland in the last 12 months.
Property Highlights:
- A classic home set on a large 581.7sqm block, ready to be transformed into your own!
- A convenient Shortland location, 5 minutes to the University of Newcastle and approximately 25 minutes to Newcastle's CBD and beaches
Outgoings:
Council Rate: $2,148 approx. per annum
Water Rate: $851.37 approx. per annum
Rental Return: $580 approx. per week
Set on a generous 581.7sqm block, this home presents a great opportunity for first home buyers or those ready to take on their next renovation project. Largely original in condition, this property offers a fantastic foundation with plenty of scope to update, personalise and add value over time.
Positioned for convenience, this handy address places the University of Newcastle just 5 minutes away, while the nearby Inner City Bypass makes getting around simple, linking you easily to Maitland, the Hunter Valley and beyond. Newcastle's CBD and beaches are also within around 25 minutes, keeping work, lifestyle and weekend plans all within easy reach.
From the street, a large grassed front yard featuring established hedges creates a sense of space, while wide side access runs through to the backyard, adding flexibility for vehicles, trailers or future projects.
Stepping inside, the home carries a simple and functional layout, with a mix of hybrid and carpet flooring underfoot and roller blinds throughout, providing a practical base to build upon.
Positioned at the front, the living and dining area welcomes you in, featuring Mitsubishi split system air conditioning and a gas bayonet, offering a comfortable space to relax and unwind.
The kitchen is fitted with 40mm benchtops, a tiled splashback, and a freestanding Chef oven with a gas cooktop, delivering a workable layout that's ready for a refresh to suit your style.
There are two bedrooms in place, with one including an Action Air split system air conditioner for added comfort. Servicing these rooms, the bathroom remains in original condition, complete with a built-in bath and shower combination, a vanity, a toilet and dual shaver cabinets, offering the chance to renovate over time and add your own touch.
Out the back, a large fully fenced yard opens to a wide expanse of grass, offering plenty of space to shape the outdoors to your needs, whether that's creating an entertaining area, adding further improvements or simply enjoying the room to move.
Offering space, potential and a highly convenient location, this property presents the perfect chance to secure a home you can truly make your own. A property of this nature is bound to attract a large volume of interest, we encourage our clients to contact the team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents without delay to arrange their inspections.
Why you'll love where you live;
- 5 minutes to Newcastle University, Callaghan campus
- 25 minutes to the city lights and beaches of Newcastle
- A short drive to Jesmond, Wallsend or Waratah with a range of services, supermarkets and dining options to suit your needs
- 6 minutes to Sandgate Station, connecting you to the city with ease
Disclaimer:
All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.
The size of Shortland is approximately 6.1 square kilometres. There are 11 parks, covering nearly 23.5% of the total area. The population of Shortland in 2016 was 3905 people. By 2021 the population was 4537 showing a population growth of 16.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Shortland is 20-29 years. Households in Shortland are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Shortland work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 55.60% of the homes in Shortland were owner-occupied compared with 61.70% in 2016.
Shortland has 2,122 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Shortland have seen a 60.95% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 50.24% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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