26 Merrin Cres, Wonthaggi is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 1960. The property has a land size of 993m2 and floor size of 109m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2025. There are other 4 bedroom House sold in Wonthaggi in the last 12 months.
SOLID FOUNDATION WITH UPSIDE POTENTIALSUITABLE FOR INVESTORS:Value-add opportunity - property needs some TLC with room for improvement4 bedrooms with built-in storage - appeals to family rental marketLarge 993sqm block* with subdivision potential^Dual access driveway + rear laneway - convenient for tenants and future planningEstablished rental area with consistent demand from familiesClose to beaches and Melbourne - attractive to potential tenantsIDEAL FOR FIRST HOME BUYERS:Affordable entry point - get more space for your moneyBuild equity through improvements - renovate at your own pace4 spacious bedrooms with built-in storage - room for growing familyKitchen with functional layout - update to your style and budgetHuge backyard (993sqm*) for kids, pets, pool^, or large shed^Subdivision potential^ for future flexibilityWHAT MAKES THIS SPECIAL: Solid bones with polished timber floors throughout living areas Natural light-filled open-plan design with great potential 4 good-sized bedrooms plus central family bathroom Functional kitchen layout ready for your personal touch Established gardens with garden shed included Dual access driveway - park multiple cars, boat, or caravan Rear laneway access - convenient and adds development options^ 993sqm block* - generous size in today's marketCONVENIENT MERRIN CRESCENT LOCATION:Merrin Crescent - quiet residential street with established homes10 minutes to Cape Paterson beaches - weekend recreation nearby60 minutes to Melbourne's southeast - commuter friendlyFamily-friendly neighbourhood with local communityClose to Wonthaggi amenities - schools, shops, servicesWell-maintained street with quality surrounding propertiesWONTHAGGI'S CURRENT DEVELOPMENT:Major hospital expansion completed 2022 - $115 million upgrade with new emergency department and operating theatresFurther hospital expansion planned - up to 64 additional beds and new facilities in developmentWonthaggi North East Precinct approved 2024 - planning for up to 5,000 new homes over coming decadesTown centre revitalization underway - $2 million streetscape improvements and park upgradesBass Coast fastest-growing region - population expected to more than double by 2031Established desalination plant - critical water infrastructure for MelbourneTHE BOTTOM LINE:Whether you're building your property portfolio or buying your first home, this property offers genuine potential for improvement at an affordable price. The large 993sqm* block, dual access, and convenient location provide multiple options for adding value through renovation and smart planning.Smart buyers know - the best opportunities need a little vision and work!Contact our office today for your private inspection.*Approximately^Subject to Council Approval
The size of Wonthaggi is approximately 52.4 square kilometres. It has 24 parks covering nearly 4.6% of total area. The population of Wonthaggi in 2016 was 4965 people. By 2021 the population was 5215 showing a population growth of 5.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Wonthaggi is 60-69 years. Households in Wonthaggi are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Wonthaggi work in a trades occupation.In 2021, 66.70% of the homes in Wonthaggi were owner-occupied compared with 62.90% in 2016.
Wonthaggi has 4,229 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Wonthaggi have seen a 26.96% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 21.28% increase. As at 31 December 2025:
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