55 Princes St, Sandy Bay is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 4 parking spaces and was built in 1910. The property has a land size of 703m2 and floor size of 183m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2013.
Superbly designed by Preston Lane Architects, occupying a prestigious position within one of Sandy Bay's most sought-after streets, old-world charm meets contemporary luxury with a stunningly restored Federation home in the heart of the suburb.
From the moment of entry through classic white picket fencing and immaculate gardens, a glimpse into the home's rich history is immediately presented, with original features including polished timber flooring, high ceilings, and ornate fretwork.
Period character now seamlessly blends with contemporary comfort, with the compelling Federation attributes of the original homestead combine with a modern extension to enhance liveability.
Floor-to-ceiling glazing invites an abundance of natural light and warmth to flood the open-plan living with combined dining space, where indoors extends out to a sun-drenched timber deck, elevated above the stunning gardens.
The gourmet kitchen exudes elegance, with a sleek black and white colour scheme. The culinary space comes fully equipped with high-end appliances, ample storage, and solid stone countertops.
Sumptuous accommodation comprises of four generous bedrooms, each inclusive of built-in wardrobes, and original, now decorative, fireplaces. The luxurious master also features a walk-in dressing room, and wood heating with the addition of a ducted heat pump system that services the entire home.
Two bathrooms service the home for complete convenience. One contains a shower, vanity, and a toilet, and another showcases sophistication with a deep, free-standing bath, walk-in shower, toilet, and twin-sink vanity. The laundry, with plenty of storage, sits adjacent.
Outdoor entertaining has been designed with privacy in mind, with high walls allowing the sun-soaked deck, and expansive backyard, to be enjoyed in seclusion. There's a built-in al fresco barbeque on the deck, and a feature fireplace within the courtyard.
The gardens are nothing short of spectacular, providing a city fringe oasis of expansive proportions, with a lush green lawn at its centre. Established trees, manicured hedges, and verdant florals encase the home, and frame the entrance, adding to the property's beautiful street appeal.
The grounds are fully fenced, and there is an abundance of off-street parking within the driveway, along with a generous garage to house numerous vehicles with space for storage, and a workshop, with a garden storage section adjacent for the ease of outdoor maintenance.
Perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the best Sandy Bay has to offer, within walking distance to the shopping village, superb schools, UTAS, and mere minutes from Hobart's CBD, this stunning Federation property provides a superior level of modern comfort in a highly desired location.
Features:
- Federation style with modern renovations
- Prestigious Sandy Bay position
- Expansive, fully fenced and gated grounds
- Secluded outdoor entertaining
- Spectacular, landscaped gardens
The size of Sandy Bay is approximately 6.9 square kilometres. It has 14 parks covering nearly 23.0% of total area. The population of Sandy Bay in 2016 was 11927 people. By 2021 the population was 12315 showing a population growth of 3.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Sandy Bay is 20-29 years. Households in Sandy Bay are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Sandy Bay work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 62.10% of the homes in Sandy Bay were owner-occupied compared with 61.50% in 2016.
Sandy Bay has 5,855 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Sandy Bay have seen a 7.64% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 20.48% increase. As at 31 March 2026:
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
© Copyright 2026. RP Data Pty Ltd trading as Cotality (Cotality). All rights reserved. No reproduction, distribution, or transmission of the copyrighted materials is permitted. The information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
While Cotality uses commercially reasonable efforts to ensure the Cotality Data is current, Cotality does not warrant the accuracy, currency or completeness of the Cotality Data and to the full extent permitted by law excludes all loss or damage howsoever arising (including through negligence) in connection with the Cotality Data.