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2/55 Albatross Avenue
Mermaid Beach QLD 4218

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 59m2
Land area: 127m2
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Property Details for 2/55 Albatross Ave, Mermaid Beach

2/55 Albatross Ave, Mermaid Beach is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1970. The property has a land size of 127m2 and floor size of 59m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2022.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1970
Floor Size
59m2
Land Size
127m2
Local Government
Gold Coast City
Lot/Plan
2/BUP1147

Last Listing description (January 2021)

A once in a lifetime opportunity to secure this near beachfront unit, exceptionally positioned with no roads to cross to the beach in one of Queensland's most sought after locations.

After approximately 50 years, our long term owners have decided to move on. With clear instructions for an immediate cash sale at or prior to the Auction, you'll have to act fast as you could be waiting decades for another opportunity to purchase in this tightly held spot.


Enjoy stunning ocean views from this spacious 1st floor 2 bedroom unit with single garage in a small block of only 4 units. Presently in original condition with loads of redevelopment potential, it's bursting with potential for its lucky new owner to modernise. add their personal touches and capitalise on its rare, blue chip position.

You'll be the envy of all your family owning this property so close to the beach in this highly sought after location.

Begin your day with a coffee and breakfast at the Nobby Beach Surf Club, popular BSKT cafe or Nobby's cafes and a leisurely stroll along the beautiful beach just footsteps away.

Catch up with friends over a cool drink and evening meal at the at one of the many stylish bars and restaurants at your fingertips - this is what the Nobby's lifestyle is all about!

This sought after location also offers close proximity to world class shopping at Pacific Fair, Star Casino and the Broadbeach entertainment precinct, all within a few minutes' drive.

Features:
- Immediate cash sale required - Will be sold at or prior to the Auction
- Spacious 2 bedroom - 1st floor unit
- Balcony with spectacular ocean views
- Small, tightly held walk up block of only 4 units set on a prime 405m2 beachside block
- Unique corner position with no roads to cross to the beach and potential for future redevelopment
- Single lock up garage
- Location, location! Walk the beach daily and enjoy the best of Nobby's just metres from home

Auction terms: $50,000 deposit, 30 day settlement

Council rates: $3,500 per annum (approx.) for an Owner Occupier. $4,200 per annum (approx.) if rented
Water: $1,175 per annum (approx.)
Body corporate fees: $20 per week (approx.)
Rental income: Estimated at $500 per week (approx.)

Whether you're looking for a quality investment, a weekender or a place to call home, you will not be disappointed by an inspection. Contact Luke Henderson or Matt Maguire for further information or to arrange your inspection today!

Auction Saturday 9th January 2021, 11am on site (if not sold prior)

Potential buyers should make their own inspections and enquiries and seek their own independent legal advice before signing a contract of sale, to satisfy themselves that all details relating to the property are correct.

Due to State Government Legislative requirements, to bid at auction photographic ID is required for registration. The deposit is due to be paid immediately after the fall of the hammer on auction day unless other prior arrangements have been made.

This property is being sold by auction or without a price and therefore a price guide cannot be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes only.

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This property is being sold by auction or without a price and therefore a price guide can not be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes

Property History for 2/55 Albatross Ave, Mermaid Beach, QLD 4218

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,500,000
09 Jan 2022
  • 09 Jan 2022
    Sold for $1,500,000
  • 07 Jan 2021
    Sold for $690,000
  • 17 Dec 2020
    Listed for Sale AUCTION
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About Mermaid Beach 4218

The size of Mermaid Beach is approximately 1.5 square kilometres. There are 5 parks, covering nearly 2.0% of the total area. The population of Mermaid Beach in 2016 was 6533 people. By 2021 the population was 7329 showing a population growth of 12.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Mermaid Beach is 20-29 years. Households in Mermaid Beach are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Mermaid Beach work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 50.80% of the homes in Mermaid Beach were owner-occupied compared with 43.50% in 2016.

Mermaid Beach has 5,867 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Mermaid Beach have seen a 40.80% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 72.73% increase. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Mermaid Beach is $2,903,254 while the median value for Units is $1,117,658.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,400 while Units have a median rent of $850.
There are currently 73 properties listed for sale, and 34 properties listed for rent in Mermaid beach on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 316 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Mermaid beach.

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