78 Knocklofty Tce, West Hobart is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1949. The property has a land size of 739m2 and floor size of 155m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2024.
Built in the 1940s, this stunning character home has all the beautiful features of times gone by: picture rails, high ceilings, sash windows, ceiling roses, original pendant lights and timber arches. Already a very attractive house, it's next owner can take this to a new level and upgrade to their own taste.
The icing on the cake is the 180 degree spectacular, elevated views, taking in the River Derwent extending as far as the eye can see, city, Wrest Point Casino and marina.
Set over two levels, the floorplan allows for a variety of living arrangements for a larger or extended family. With a spacious second living area or formal lounge/dining downstairs and a connecting bedroom and bathroom, dual living is an option. It would also make a great teenage retreat. Upstairs, another two double bedrooms and a single or study are on offer, serviced by a timber-lined family bathroom, with skylight and heater light.
Choose between two decks with those outstanding views and a paved, covered courtyard when hosting gatherings. There's even a sunroom flowing beautifully from the kitchen with direct access to the yard, creating an effortless indoor/outdoor flow. This spot is so inviting and sets the scene for entertaining friends at any time of the year. The laundry and a third toilet are easily accessed from the back section of the home too.
A workshop underneath and loads of storage is a welcome surprise. There's a double concrete carport and there's ample street parking.
Beautiful, sprawling gardens surround the home and includes stone walls, Magnolias, Camelias and Silver Birch trees to name a few. The beautiful autumn colours are out at the moment creating a picture! There's plenty of lovely spots to sit on a garden bench and enjoy your latest novel.
This residence has not changed hands in 34 years and will be sure to impress buyers looking for a character home and amazing views in ever popular West Hobart.
Highly regarded Landsdowne Crescent Primary School is basically over the road, and there's an array of other great private and government schools nearby for those with children or grandchildren in the area. You are so close to North Hobart's restaurant strip and the city with all it has to offer. Hospitals are also close by.
You'll love the nearby walking tracks through the Knocklofty Reserve too. This property might be your forever dream home!
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The size of West Hobart is approximately 3.9 square kilometres. There are 8 parks, covering nearly 35.4% of the 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 2,954 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in West Hobart have seen a 14.63% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 6.86% increase. As at 31 May 2026:
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