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Flowing over two well proportioned levels and opening to the streaming morning light of a due north-eastern perspective, this stunning penthouse apartment presents the perfect opportunity for the professional couple that seeks to enter one of Balmain's most exclusive harbourside communities. Impressively presented throughout, the upper level is dominated by the generous master that comes complete with an ensuite, walk-in robe and plantation shutters. Each additional bedroom is a double with mirrored built-ins. The spacious open plan entertaining areas welcome the visitor upon entry, whilst there is also a quality marble kitchen with stainless steel gas appliances. The undercover dining terrace overlooks the pool and gardens. Additional features include soaring vaulted ceilings, polished floors, Juliet balcony, air conditioning, clerestory window and an intercom. There is also a double garage. Surprisingly private and peaceful with a pleasant garden aspect, it is merely minutes to cafe culture, parks, buses and the CBD.
Approximate Outgoings: Strata $1,695 per quarter
Council $262 per quarter
Water $157 per quarter
Size: 170 square metres on title made up of 133 square metres apartment and 37 square metres garage
Land: 170 sqm
The area now known as Balmain was part of a 550 acre (2.2 km²) grant to colonial surgeon Dr William Balmain (1762–1803) made in 1800 by Governor John Hunter. A year later, Balmain transferred his entire holding to settle a debt to John Bothwick Gilchrist before returning to Scotland. The legality of the land transfer from Balmain to Gilchrist for only 5 shillings was challenged by... Read More »