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158 Forest Road
West Hobart TAS 7000

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 166m2
Land area: 840m2
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Property Details for 158 Forest Rd, West Hobart

158 Forest Rd, West Hobart is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 2004. The property has a land size of 840m2 and floor size of 166m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in November 2024.

Building Type
House
Year Built
2004
Floor Size
166m2
Land Size
840m2
Local Government
Hobart
Lot/Plan
13/152663

Last Listing description (December 2024)

Nestled on highly sought-after Forest Road in West Hobart, this exceptional, light-filled family home offers a perfect blend of spacious living, gorgeous easy-care native gardens and breath-taking views through to the River Derwent, Hobart city and Kunanyi (Mount Wellington).

Upon entry, the house boasts generous proportions, with high ceilings and exposed timber beams, polished timber floors and views through to South Hobart, Sandy Bay and across the city fringe. Set over two and a half levels, features include open plan living spaces all designed with family comfort in mind, a light and modern kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Specialty Tasmanian timbers feature throughout ? Tasmanian oak floors downstairs, Myrtle staircase and upstairs flooring and Huon pine vanity in the main bathroom.

The property also includes a separate studio, offering flexibility for a home office, guest accommodation, or your own creative space. With additional development potential (STCA), the home presents an exciting opportunity to further enhance or expand to suit your needs.

Fully insulated throughout, and double glazed in the main living areas, with heating options including a reverse-cycle air conditioner and gas heater providing cosy warmth, the home is designed to provide comfort, ensuring energy efficiency and year-round liveability. The Western Red cedar cladding is also low maintenance, being treated with Intergrain which needs attention only every 12- 15 years or so.

The home has plenty of storage throughout, including an expansive garage and workshop area beneath, providing ample space for vehicles, tools, or hobbies. Beautifully landscaped and maintained native gardens surround the property, offering both serenity and privacy, and the property is fully fenced to ensure a secure haven for children and pets.

This incredible home is located in the heart of West Hobart, one of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods. Enjoy a peaceful and convenient lifestyle while being just moments away from schools, shops, parks and Knocklofty Reserve across the road.

This is a rare opportunity to secure a home in a prime location with incredible views, flexible living options, and a wealth of untapped potential. Don't miss your chance to make this remarkable property your own.

Heating: Reverse cycle air conditioner, panel and gas heaters
Year built: 2004
Council rates: $3366 pa approximately
Fixed water rates: $1000 pa approximately
Rental estimate: $725 to $775 approximately

Property History for 158 Forest Rd, West Hobart, TAS 7000

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$960,000
28 Nov 2024
  • 28 Nov 2024
    Sold for $960,000
  • 17 Nov 2024
    Listed for Sale Offers over $925,000
  • 25 Jan 2008
    Sold for $10,000
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About West Hobart 7000

The size of West Hobart is approximately 3.9 square kilometres. It has 8 parks covering nearly 35.4% of total area. The population of West Hobart in 2016 was 5953 people. By 2021 the population was 6525 showing a population growth of 9.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in West Hobart is 20-29 years. Households in West Hobart are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in West Hobart work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 63.40% of the homes in West Hobart were owner-occupied compared with 62.30% in 2016.

West Hobart has 2,949 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in West Hobart have seen a 24.22% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 31.48% increase. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in West Hobart is $1,001,397 while the median value for Units is $702,040.
  • Houses have a median rent of $630 while Units have a median rent of $485.
There are currently 10 properties listed for sale, and 4 properties listed for rent in West hobart on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 113 properties were sold in the past 12 months in West hobart.

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