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261 Rainbow Street
South Coogee NSW 2034

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 216m2
Land area: 456m2
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Property Details for 261 Rainbow St, South Coogee

261 Rainbow St, South Coogee is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1930. The property has a land size of 456m2 and floor size of 216m2.This Property is currently listed for sale with The Agency Eastern Suburbs

Building Type
House
Year Built
1930
Floor Size
216m2
Land Size
456m2
Local Government
Randwick
Lot/Plan
1/DP1033878

Last Listing description (August 2026)

A masterpiece of period style seamlessly blended with beautiful contemporary updates, this designer 4-bedroom family residence is an exceptional near-beach sanctuary on a generous 456sqm (approx.) parcel. Beautifully reimagined while honouring its Federation pedigree, it showcases soaring decorative ceilings, exquisite stained-glass windows and revived timber floorboards, all complemented by an inspired modern renovation of outstanding quality.

Framed by lush gardens, this is a home of rare warmth, elegance and craftsmanship, complete with parking, stunning heated saltwater pool, and incredible indoor-outdoor entertaining just minutes from Coogee Beach, cafs and parks.

Beyond a sun-soaked tiled front porch, a gracious entry hall introduces a series of gorgeous bedrooms and beautifully appointed family bathroom before opening to a central living zone and onto a breathtaking rear family living domain. Bathed in light, this expansive living, dining and kitchen zone offers effortless family living with seamless flow to a spectacular covered entertaining terrace and pool beyond. A magnificent marble island highlights the stunning kitchen, complemented by premium Miele appliances, bespoke cabinetry and fine attention to detail. Wide sliding doors blur the line between indoors and out, creating an all- season entertaining space overlooking the landscaped gardens and sparkling pool.

Accommodation is generous and flexible, with 2 front bedrooms opening to the porch, a peaceful 3rd bedroom, and a superb lower-level retreat featuring ensuite, built-in robes and direct access to the pool zone, ideal for teenagers, guests or multi-generational living. A lower kitchenette space, study and storage provide further versatility, while a large upper laundry with bathroom enhances everyday practicality. Featuring ducted air conditioning, solid sandstone footings, 10kW rooftop solar and a serene family-friendly setting, this extraordinary residence is the complete package, just moments to Bangor Park, Wylie's Baths, McIver's Ladies Baths, Coogee's vibrant cafs and some of Sydney's finest beaches.

- Beautiful Federation family home on 456sqm (approx.)

- Stunning blend of original features + modern updates

- Serene family living spaces, 4 outstanding bedrooms

- Gorgeous front gardens lead to N-facing front porch

- Elegant entry hall, soaring decorative ceilings, f/boards

- Sublime main bedroom, built-in robes, porch access

- Sun filled 2nd bedroom, b/ins, easy direct porch access

- Peaceful 3rd bedroom, central living area, full of light

- Stylish terrazzo bathroom with full bath + timber vanity

- Beautifully-conceived rear family/dining/kitchen zone

- Superb marble island kitchen, quality Miele appliances

- Large central island featuring rich Four Seasons marble

- Seamless flow to vast rear terrace with high pitched roof

- Ideal space for easy outdoor family entertaining, dining

- Flexible lower-level featuring full bedroom with ensuite

- Casual living, study, ideal for intergenerational living

- Leads out to heated saltwater pool and lush gardens

- Soaring decorative ceilings, stained-glass windows

- Premium designer lighting by Herman Miller throughout

- Beautifully revived timber f/boards, premium finishes

- Laundry with additional bathroom, ample storage

- Ducted AC, 10kW rooftop sola, electric front gate

- Easy driveway parking, extensive under-house storage

- Steps to Bangor Park, fantastic family-friendly setting

- Moments to environmental park and thriving community garden

- Easy access to local schools, shopping, coastal walk

- Mins to Coogee Beach, Wylie's + McIver's Baths, cafs

Property History for 261 Rainbow St, South Coogee, NSW 2034

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$3,750,000
09 Jun 2021
Listed for Rent
$1.10k/w
31 May 2008
  • 31 Jul 2026
    Listed for Sale Contact Agent
  • 09 Jun 2021
    Sold for $3,750,000
  • 13 May 2021
    Listed for Sale Contact Agent
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About South Coogee 2034

The size of South Coogee is approximately 1.2 square kilometres. There are 12 parks, covering nearly 9.4% of the total area. The population of South Coogee in 2016 was 5502 people. By 2021 the population was 5611 showing a population growth of 2.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in South Coogee is 50-59 years. Households in South Coogee are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in South Coogee work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 49.40% of the homes in South Coogee were owner-occupied compared with 45.30% in 2016.

South Coogee has 2,611 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in South Coogee have seen a 1.23% increase in median value, while Units have seen a -0.51% decrease. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in South Coogee is $3,800,169 while the median value for Units is $1,388,042.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,950 while Units have a median rent of $1,025.
There are currently 10 properties listed for sale, and 8 properties listed for rent in South coogee on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 58 properties were sold in the past 12 months in South coogee.

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