78 Rome St, Newtown is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1920. The property has a land size of 771m2 and floor size of 138m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2026. There are other 4 bedroom House sold in Newtown in the last 12 months.
Step into this beautiful character home, originally built in 1921 and tastefully renovated with family living at its heart. Retaining an abundance of original charm and period features, the home has been thoughtfully updated to blend timeless character with the convenience of modern living, creating a warm and inviting home.Accommodation includes four generously sized bedrooms, all complete with built-in robes, ceiling fans, and air-conditioning for year-round comfort. The master suite is a standout, featuring a full wall of built-in robes and a spacious ensuite complete with a shower and a stunning clawfoot bath.At the centre of the home sits a well-appointed kitchen featuring high-quality appliances, soft-close cabinetry, island bench, and a spacious walk-in pantry. It flows effortlessly into the lounge and dining areas, creating a seamless open-plan living space. This connection extends to the rear deck, which has been partially enclosed with plantation shutters perfect for both cosy winter living and relaxed summer entertaining. A separate study and a charming front verandah with a prized north-easterly aspect further enhance the home's liveability and appeal.Under the home, there is an impressive amount of additional space, including a separate laundry with ample storage and bench space, plus a fully insulated utility room ideal for a home office, kids' retreat, or additional storage. Extensive under-house storage with concrete flooring and power adds even more practicality.Outside, the property continues to impress with a double-bay shed with power and roller door access, workshop space, fire pit area, outdoor BBQ/smoke zone, chook pen, four 3000L water tanks connected to the home, and a brand-new solar system with battery. The list truly goes on don't miss the opportunity to inspect this exceptional family home on gorgeous Rome Street!Features:- 6.6 kW of solar panels with a 16.2 kWh Sigenergy battery- Garden irrigation system- Tank water (12000L in total) connected to home- 5 x reverse-cycle air conditioning units- Timber flooring- Leadlight windows- High ceilings- Fans throughout- Falcon 900mm multi-function oven and gas cooktop- Mains gas- Electric HWS
The size of Newtown is approximately 5.5 square kilometres. There are 15 parks, covering nearly 15.4% of the total area. The population of Newtown in 2016 was 9596 people. By 2021 the population was 10039 showing a population growth of 4.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Newtown is 20-29 years. Households in Newtown are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Newtown work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 50.30% of the homes in Newtown were owner-occupied compared with 52.30% in 2016.
Newtown has 5,438 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Newtown have seen a 121.02% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 143.20% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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