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8 Lorna Street
Waratah NSW 2298

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 131m2
Land area: 598m2
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Property Details for 8 Lorna St, Waratah

8 Lorna St, Waratah is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1940. The property has a land size of 598m2 and floor size of 131m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2015.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1940
Floor Size
131m2
Land Size
598m2
Local Government
Newcastle
Lot/Plan
1/DP1007663

Last Listing description (July 2017)

Showcasing all the charming hallmarks of yesteryear, this gorgeous federation style home boasts a generous floorplan and being positioned on a corner block it enjoys substantial land dimensions. It flaunts many features of a bygone era including timber floorboards, 12ft ceilings, dado boards and three ornate fireplaces, all bordered by a wide wrap around verandah, perfect for catching the breeze on those lazy summer afternoons.

Lying behind the picture perfect gardens you are welcomed into the home via a light filled hallway and three genuine double sized bedrooms, each revealing a stunning ornate fireplace that oozes charm and character. Two of the three bedrooms have ceiling fans and the master hosts ever useful built in robes.


An elegant, air conditioned, lounge room has direct access through glass doors onto the verandah and seamlessly flows into the stylish eat in kitchen, complete with stainless appliances. Also radiating off the kitchen is a spacious family room which overlooks the peaceful outdoor alfresco area with built in barbeque and wood fire, a delightful place to entertain in style.

Further highlights include a light filled, family sized bathroom, double car garage and great yard for the kids to run around and play in, all positioned in a quiet street and set amongst other quality homes. It is within easy access to Waratah village and the Mater hospital and only a 10 minute drive to Newcastle's bustling CBD and world class beaches.



- Gorgeous federation style home on corner block
- Three genuine double sized bedrooms, each revealing a stunning ornate fireplace
- Two of the three bedrooms have ceiling fans and the master hosts ever useful BIR
- An elegant lounge room has direct access through glass doors onto a wide wrap around verandah
- Stylish eat in kitchen, complete with stainless appliances also enjoys outdoor access
- A second living room flows off the kitchen and is generously sized
- Peaceful outdoor alfresco area enjoys built in barbeque and wood fire and is a delightful place to entertain in style
- Timber floorboards, 12ft ceilings, dado boards and three ornate fireplaces capture the charm of a bygone era
- Light filled, family sized bathroom
- Split system air conditioning
- Double car garage
- Quiet street and surrounded by other quality homes
- Easy access to Waratah village and the Mater hospital and only a 10 minute drive to Newcastle's bustling CBD and world class beaches


FRIENDLY AUCTION SYSTEM:
This property is being sold under the revolutionary Friendly Auction System.

- An independent pest & building report is available on request at no charge to you (this is the type of report your solicitor would usually recommend purchasing before bidding at an auction of making an unconditional offer prior to auction and are conducted by a panel of reputable companies. The companies have consented to friendly auction terms and will generally be happy to speak to you about any questions in reports and in most cases transfer the reports into your name if you are the successful buyer at auction or prior to auction, see each report for details).
- Flexible deposit and settlement conditions are also available by negotiation with the agent if required.
- Offers can also be made prior to auction and each offer will be assessed on it's merits.

In-rooms auction event scheduled at The Arc at Watt Street Commercial Centre (Cnr King and Watt St Newcastle)
Bid and buy with confidence in this consumer driven, transparent auction system that was pioneered here in Newcastle but is now in use across Australia.

We also have a downloadable guide available at www.prdnewcastle.com.au


Property History for 8 Lorna St, Waratah, NSW 2298

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$670,000
23 Apr 2015
  • 23 Apr 2015
    Sold for $670,000
  • 09 Apr 2015
    Listed for Sale Friendly Auction
  • 30 Jul 2008
    Sold for $425,000
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About Waratah 2298

The size of Waratah is approximately 1.9 square kilometres. There are 5 parks, covering nearly 10.1% of the total area. The population of Waratah in 2016 was 4491 people. By 2021 the population was 4927 showing a population growth of 9.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Waratah is 20-29 years. Households in Waratah are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Waratah work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 49.40% of the homes in Waratah were owner-occupied compared with 48.80% in 2016.

Waratah has 2,452 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Waratah have seen a 25.72% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 35.74% increase. As at 31 August 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Waratah is $958,728 while the median value for Units is $711,366.
  • Houses have a median rent of $720 while Units have a median rent of $550.
There are currently 8 properties listed for sale, and 6 properties listed for rent in Waratah on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 75 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Waratah.

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