5 Hamilton St, West Launceston is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 464m2 and floor size of 135m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2023.
As if plucked straight from the pages of a storybook, this 1900 cottage offers all the romantic charm of yesteryear complete with modern-day convenience. Welcome to 'Rose Cottage', set in one of West Launceston's most sought after and quiet streets; a home that has been sympathetically restored yet retains the features that make these homes so special: ornate cornicing, sash windows, polished boards, shuttered windows and original Huon pine fireplaces.
From the romantic facade, complete with cottage gardens planted with English and French roses, step inside the home where two generous bedrooms with large built-in-wardrobes frame the hallway. The centre of the home includes two large living spaces, one adorned with a wood heater with ducting, providing the ideal spot to relax on a chilly evening. A heat pump and new insulation further enhance its thermal qualities. The generous TV room ensures there's plenty of space for the whole family, while upstairs a large main bedroom with built-in-robes has views stretching to Ben Lomond. The kitchen is a chef's dream with ample cupboards, SMEG oven with gas cooktop and a view stretching across the garden. Outside, the cottage garden offers complete privacy and is home to raised veggie beds, a stone barbecue area, entertaining zones, cubby house, a gazebo and mature fruit trees. With a garden shed and powered garage, this is a rare opportunity and a chance to secure a home that exemplifies the charm of Launceston living. Newly painted and with all the hard work done, all you need to do is move in and make this sweet home your own. Ideally positioned walking distance to the Launceston General Hospital, Launceston's CBD, the Cataract Gorge, West Launceston Primary School, an IGA supermarket and public transport, there's convenience at every turn.
Simply stunning! The sale also comes with approved extension plans.
Built: 1900
Building Size: 109m2
Land Size: 464m2
Council Rates: Approx. $1500 per year
Water Rates: Approx. $1200 per year
Zoning: Inner Residential
**Harcourts Launceston has no reason to doubt the accuracy of the information in this document which has been sourced from means which are considered reliable, however we cannot guarantee accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations. All measurements are approximate**
The size of West Launceston is approximately 3.9 square kilometres. It has 11 parks covering nearly 26.0% of total area. The population of West Launceston in 2016 was 4212 people. By 2021 the population was 4316 showing a population growth of 2.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in West Launceston is 50-59 years. Households in West Launceston are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in West Launceston work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 68.10% of the homes in West Launceston were owner-occupied compared with 68.40% in 2016.
West Launceston has 2,145 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in West Launceston have seen a 56.09% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 51.49% increase. As at 31 December 2025:
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