168 Railway Terrace, Taperoo, SA 5017 sold on 01 July 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 01 Jul 2025 for $780,000

168 Railway Terrace
Taperoo SA 5017

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 5
Floor area: 115m2
Land area: 697m2
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Property Details for 168 Railway Tce, Taperoo

168 Railway Tce, Taperoo is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 5 parking spaces and was built in 1964. The property has a land size of 697m2 and floor size of 115m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in July 2025. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Taperoo in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1964
Floor Size
115m2
Land Size
697m2
Local Government
Port Adelaide Enfield
Lot/Plan
A3/D2789

Last Listing description (July 2025)

Proudly presented for the first time since its construction in 1964, this one-owner solid brick home has been lovingly maintained and sits on a generous 698m allotment in a desirable coastal setting.

Step through the gracious entrance and discover polished timber floors, tall ceilings, and large picture windows that fill the home with natural light. The formal lounge features decorative cornices and a ceiling rose, adding a touch of vintage charm. There are three generous bedrooms, offering comfortable accommodation for the growing family.

The renovated and extended timber kitchen is well equipped with so much storage and comes with a Whirlpool gas cooktop and electric oven and overlooks the spacious dining/family area, perfect for everyday meals or entertaining.

The retro-style bathroom includes a deep bath, separate shower, and WC, complimented by a tiled laundry .

Outside, the impressive backyard boasts:

- An outdoor sink
- Rear Verandah
- Established fruit trees
- Raised garden beds x 5
- Established lawn
- The original chook pen-a nostalgic nod to the home's history

Car enthusiasts will love the massive 6.7m x 8.6m garage, ideal for multiple vehicles or workshop use. With a three-car carport (automatic roller door) and ample driveway space, there's plenty of off-street parking for even more vehicles, caravan, or a boat. The garage also offers versatility and could be converted into a studio, rumpus room and the store room could be reinstated for wine production-just as the original owners once did.

Extra Features You'll Love:

- Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning
- Automatic roller door to triple-length carport
- Rinnai gas hot water service
- Three rainwater tanks
- Security screen doors (front and rear)
- Window shutters for enhanced privacy and security
- Work bench in the garage

Sensational Location:

Just minutes from Largs beach, The Fort Largs Development and Roy Marten Reserve. Transport options include Train at Draper Rail Station and a short stroll to Victoria road for bus transport. Enjoy easy access to North Haven Shopping Centre, North Haven Marina, restaurants, boat ramps, yacht clubs, Semaphore Road, Largs Bay Jetty and Port Adelaide Plaza are a short drive away. Schools close by include Our Lady of Visitation and Ocean View College.

Whether you're looking to simply move in for many more years to come, renovate or redevelop (STCC), this is a property with immense potential in this high growth coastal location. Opportunities like this are indeed rare, do not wait another 61 years before this opportunity presents itself again.

A fantastic opportunity for first home buyers, families, or investors.

Specifications:
CT / 5688/150
Council / Port Adelaide Enfield
Zoning / GN
Built / 1964
Land / 698m2 (approx)
Frontage / 16.34m
Council Rates / $1104.60pa
Emergency Services Levy / $199.70pa
SA Water / $165.55pq
Estimated rental assessment / $500 - $550 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Ocean View P-12 College, Le Fevre Peninsula P.S, Westport P.S

Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 226409

Property History for 168 Railway Tce, Taperoo, SA 5017

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$780,000
01 Jul 2025
  • 01 Jul 2025
    Sold for $780,000
  • 12 May 2025
    Listed for Sale Not Disclosed
  • 22 Dec 2023
    Transferred
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About Taperoo 5017

The size of Taperoo is approximately 2.8 square kilometres. It has 9 parks covering nearly 4.0% of total area. The population of Taperoo in 2016 was 3091 people. By 2021 the population was 3250 showing a population growth of 5.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Taperoo is 30-39 years. Households in Taperoo are primarily single parents and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Taperoo work in a labourer occupation.In 2021, 55.40% of the homes in Taperoo were owner-occupied compared with 52.90% in 2016.

Taperoo has 1,760 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Taperoo have seen a 102.15% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 80.86% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Taperoo is $786,578 while the median value for Units is $644,882.
  • Houses have a median rent of $600 while Units have a median rent of $395.
There are currently 3 properties listed for sale, and 4 properties listed for rent in Taperoo on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 89 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Taperoo.

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