17 Lee Street, Freshwater, QLD 4870 sold on 15 July 2026 | OnTheHouse
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17 Lee Street
Freshwater QLD 4870

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 171m2
Land area: 1077m2
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Property Details for 17 Lee St, Freshwater

17 Lee St, Freshwater is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1987. The property has a land size of 1077m2 and floor size of 171m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2026. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Freshwater in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1987
Floor Size
171m2
Land Size
1077m2
Local Government
Cairns Regional
Lot/Plan
31/RP717828

Last Listing description (August 2026)

Perched high in one of Freshwater's most tightly held and sought-after locations, this stunning plantation-style residence offers an exceptional lifestyle surrounded by magnificent established tropical gardens, breathtaking elevated views and complete privacy. Set on a generous 1,077m allotment, the home combines timeless character with modern updates, creating a peaceful sanctuary where you can relax, entertain and enjoy nature at its finest.

Designed to embrace the tropical climate, the home's clever architecture captures refreshing cross breezes through banks of louvres, keeping the interiors naturally cool while framing picturesque views from almost every room. Expansive verandahs provide the perfect place to unwind while taking in the ever-changing outlook, shady established trees and abundant birdlife.

Beautifully updated, the home features four generous bedrooms, three bathrooms and accommodation for two vehicles. A central modern kitchen and updated bathrooms were completed approximately three years ago, while locally sourced Chillagoe marble flows throughout the expansive living areas and bathrooms, adding warmth, elegance and natural cooling all year round.

Outside, the private inground plunge pool is surrounded by lush tropical gardens, creating your own secluded oasis with no visible neighbours. Offering peace, tranquillity and an incredible sense of space, this is a home where location truly is everything.

Features you'll love:
- Prestigious elevated Freshwater location
- Stunning plantation-style home on 1,077m
- Magnificent views and complete privacy
- Modern kitchen and updated bathrooms
- Locally sourced Chillagoe marble throughout the living areas and bathrooms
- Three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs
- Separate downstairs retreat - ideal as a home office, teenage retreat or guest accommodation with ensuite
- Master ensuite with corner bath and separate shower
- Expansive entertaining verandahs overlooking the tropical landscape
- Refreshing inground plunge pool
- Cross ventilation with louvres capturing beautiful breezes
- New air conditioning to the main living area
- Entire home freshly painted internally and externally
- Plumbing rerouted through external walls and roof
- Beautiful established low-maintenance tropical gardens
- Walking distance to Freshwater School, river walk, local park, cafes and so much more !

Loved by the same family for over three decades, this remarkable home has been the backdrop to raising children, enjoying tropical summers in the plunge pool and embracing the peace, privacy and beauty that make Freshwater one of Cairns' most desirable suburbs.

A truly rare opportunity to secure an elevated lifestyle property where the views, the breezes and the location will captivate you from the moment you arrive, hurry and call Alli to inspect!

Property History for 17 Lee St, Freshwater, QLD 4870

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,155,000
15 Jul 2026
Listed for Rent
$480/w
17 Jan 2009
  • 15 Jul 2026
    Sold for $1,155,000
  • 08 Jul 2026
    Listed for Sale Alli gets it SOLD !
  • 17 Jan 2009
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Freshwater 4870

The size of Freshwater is approximately 1.7 square kilometres. There are 10 parks, covering nearly 7.1% of the total area. The population of Freshwater in 2016 was 2023 people. By 2021 the population was 2142 showing a population growth of 5.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Freshwater is 50-59 years. Households in Freshwater are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Freshwater work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 69.70% of the homes in Freshwater were owner-occupied compared with 65.10% in 2016.

Freshwater has 1,128 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Freshwater have seen a 58.20% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 113.61% increase. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Freshwater is $973,026 while the median value for Units is $576,487.
  • Houses have a median rent of $710 while Units have a median rent of $550.
There are currently 14 properties listed for sale, and 1 property listed for rent in Freshwater on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 63 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Freshwater.

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