697 Sandy Bay Rd, Sandy Bay is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 3 parking spaces and was built in 1925. The property has a land size of 1398m2 and floor size of 194m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2023.
Enjoying an elevated position, overlooking the River Derwent, recent contemporary updates seamlessly combine with original c1925 character and charm in this vertical board timber and sandstone home. Positioned on a generous allotment of 1391sqm surrounded by lawns and low maintenance gardens, this property is a beautiful example of the timelessness and elegance of the era of its construction.
The floorplan is set across one level, accommodating multiple living areas with a warm and inviting living room with fireplace and sunroom adjacent, a well-equipped refurbished kitchen with quality European appliances, and light filled dining and family room with French doors opening onto the sandstone terrace.
The private master suite with ensuite bathroom and built in robe is located just off the entry foyer at the front of the home, and two further double bedrooms are at the back of the house and serviced by the updated central bathroom with free standing claw foot bath and European laundry. A study and a utility room complete the floorplan.
Original features remain in situ throughout, displaying craftsmanship of a bygone era and enhancing the ambience of the home. With quality fixtures and fittings throughout, the current owners have made significant investment in upgrading the property during their time here, with renovations to the kitchen and bathrooms and extensive landscaping around the home. Off street parking is accessed via Folder Street and there is a garage on Sandy Bay Road.
With panoramic water views from multiple vantage points, the home is a short walk from the beaches of Lower Sandy Bay. Within easy reach of excellent schools and all amenities, this classic home offers lifestyle and location in a highly sought after pocket of Sandy Bay.
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 5,853 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Sandy Bay have seen a 6.86% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 20.72% increase. As at 28 February 2026:
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