142 Short Street

Land Size: 180 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Charming Freestanding Cottage with Endless Potential in Balmain East

Description: An incredible opportunity awaits with this character-filled two-storey cottage, set on a level 180m² block. Ideally positioned in the leafy, tightly held heart of Balmain East, this freestanding, north-east facing home is ready for a new chapter. Offering an exceptional blank canvas, it invites you to create your dream residence in a peaceful no-through street that ends at the waterfront — with village shops, cafes, bus and ferry transport, and excellent schools just footsteps away. Properties in this prized location rarely become available — act now and turn your dream into reality. Property Features: - Freestanding, double-fronted cottage with immense potential for a bespoke renovation (STCA) - Four bedrooms and one bathroom, all situated on the upper level - Generous living area featuring a charming original fireplace - Formal dining room with beautiful timber floors and stunning leadlight windows - Spacious eat-in kitchen with slate flooring and large timber-framed glass doors flowing to an outdoor deck and grassy garden - Internal laundry with additional WC - Versatile studio/workspace with private entry and front courtyard — easily convertible back to parking - Level 180m² block (approx.) with a wide 9.14m frontage and 20m depth - Explore a range of renovation, extension, or redesign opportunities (STCA) Location Highlights: - Quiet, family-friendly no-through street leading to the waterfront - Easy access to the CBD via ferry, bus, or car - Moments to Balmain East Ferry Wharf, local shops, and vibrant cafes - Surrounded by leafy parks including Birchgrove and Elkington Parks - Close to Nicholson Street Public School and other excellent schooling options - Enjoy the Peninsula lifestyle with stunning harbour walks and community charm This is your chance to secure a rare gem in one of Sydney's most coveted enclaves. With its unbeatable location, charming features, and limitless potential, this property is the ideal setting to create a timeless family home or investment for the future. Opportunities like this don't last — contact us today to arrange your inspection!

Agent: Jhonny Amorim - jhonny.amorim@century21.com.au - 02 9810 1600

Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Harbourside lifestyle apartment with parking

Description: Set within a quiet, boutique block in one of Balmain East's most sought-after streets, this well-presented one-bedroom apartment offers relaxed village living just moments from Sydney Harbour. The apartment features a bright living and dining area, a modern kitchen, generous bedroom with built-in storage, and a neatly appointed bathroom. A valuable off-street car space adds further appeal in this tightly held harbourside enclave. Enjoy immediate access to Thornton Park, foreshore walks, local cafés and the Balmain East Ferry, providing a quick and scenic commute to the CBD. An ideal first home, investment or city base in a premium waterfront location. Features include: Light-filled one-bedroom apartment Modern kitchen and bathroom Car space on title Boutique block in quiet village setting Walk to harbour parks, ferry and cafés Apartment is 38sqm with 14sqm car space. 52sqm on title. - Strata levy $1,148 per quarter (approx.) - Council rates $425 per quarter (approx.) Strata Report available here https://www.eyeon.com.au/existing-inspection/Balmain%20East/2041/NSW/8~15_Johnston_Street/48693/41105

Agent: Peter O'Malley - peter@harrispartners.com.au - 02 9818 2133

Agent: Alana Williams - alana@harrispartners.com.au

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Modern private town home in prized Balmain Village location

Description: Positioned in a prized location, this near new townhome is set over two levels providing enviable low maintenance living, light-filled interiors, premium finishes and timber floors throughout. A small strata complex of 3, with a desirable northern aspect. Sought-after location to CBD transport at your doorstep, local schools, parks, restaurants, cafes and shopping all within close walking distance. Features: - Open plan living/dining and kitchen area on the entry level. - Gourmet style kitchen including walk in pantry, Miele appliances + gas cooking & dishwasher. - An additional toilet, under stair storage and separate internal laundry. - Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms with built-ins, main bedroom with ensuite & balcony. - Chic bathroom with large walk-in shower and floor to ceiling tiles. Additional features include: - Polished floorboards throughout - Ducted Air-Conditioning - Gas Bayonet, LED lighting - Rental value $1100 per week - Sqm on title: 120 sqm (approx.) - Council Rates: $390 p/qtr (approx.) - Strata Rates: $1232 p/qtr (approx) - Water Rates: $172 p/qtr (approx.) Strata Report available here https://www.eyeon.com.au/existing-inspection/Balmain/2041/NSW/2~427A_Darling_Street/48289/40800

Agent: Harris Partners Real Estate - info@harrispartners.com.au - 02 9818 2133

Land Size: 317 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: A landmark harbourside residence of exceptional scale

Description: In a tightly held peninsula enclave between Propellor Park and Balmain East Wharf, this architect-designed residence delivers a level of space and internal scale that is rarely achieved in Balmain East. Offering approximately 355sqm of internal living plus an extraordinary 100sqm basement, the home stands apart in a market where true family proportions and substantial garaging are tightly constrained. Designed by Norman Jago Architects, the three-storey residence commands a prized north-east aspect, capturing expansive views across Mort Bay to Ballast Point Park. Walls of glass and deep harbour-facing balconies draw light and water views into every level, creating an effortless connection between architecture and its natural surrounds. The layout is both intuitive and expansive. The main living level unfolds across generous open-plan zones designed to entertain at scale, while the upper level parents' retreat forms a private sanctuary with sitting room, study and walk-in robe, elevated above the harbour outlook. A dedicated children's wing is nestled within a leafy treetop canopy and includes its own family/media space - delivering separation without disconnect. At garden level, a lush tropical setting and heated pool create a private resort-style environment, remarkable for its scale and privacy this close to the harbour and ferry. The vast basement - a rarity on the peninsula - provides substantial secure storage, wine room capacity, gym potential or workshop space, reinforcing the home's practical family credentials. This is a harbourside residence defined not just by views, but by volume, proportion and architectural intent - offering the space of a contemporary freestanding home within one of Balmain East's most tightly held enclaves. - Exclusive harbour cul-de-sac, no through traffic - 9m frontage with prized north-east aspect - Approx. 355sqm internal living + 100sqm basement - Double lock-up garage with internal access - Gallery-style entry, Spotted Gum floors, soaring ceilings - Expansive open-plan living, dining and sitting zones - Corian island kitchen, butler's pantry, Miele appliances - Four large bedrooms with BIR, three designer bathrooms - Separate children's wing with family/media lounge - Whole-floor parents' retreat with sitting room, study & walk-in robe - Heated pool and landscaped garden - C-Bus lighting, zoned ducted air conditioning - Video intercom, alarm security, keyless entry - 550m walk to ferry for rapid CBD access - Within the Nicholson Street Public School catchment

Agent: Matthew Hayson - matth@ch.com.au - 02 9818 3844

Agent: Rosemary Chen - rosemary@ch.com.au - 9556 8122

Agent: Rita Lopresti - rita@ch.com.au - 02 9818 3844

Land Size: 234 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Live in light and style and not be squeezed for space

Description: Located on an exceptionally wide, attractive, tree-lined street in a pocket of Balmain which connects to all the Peninsula has to offer. Punch (Pooch) Park is nearby, so too, City buses and handy to coffee collection, eateries and pubs and Darling Street. Painstakingly restored 'from the ground up & top down', retaining the essence of the original character with a reinvented light-filled, functional addition making an enviable place to call home. Natural light, the warmth and appeal of polished floorboards and polished concrete and natural brick finishes combine with high ceilings and quality inclusions to create a private, homely and relaxing lifestyle. An easily maintained private, north-oriented garden and paved area sits adjacent the living heart of the home framed by sliding glass doors and windows gifting northern sun and bringing in the outdoors. Magnificently sized master bedroom, high (3.3m) ornate ceiling, generous built-in-robes, spacious en-suite (frameless shower). Built-ins in each queen-size bedroom, spacious main bathroom; double vanity, marble tiled walls, a deep, freestanding claw foot bath and an over-sized walk-in frameless shower. Large open plan living-dining and kitchen (8.5m x 5m) with as much light as you want - roof installed auto-controlled skylight louvres. Abundance of benchtop area in kitchen with excellent overhead cupboard and drawer (self -closing) storage. Smeg appliances; 90cm electric oven with gas cooktop, S/Steel Dishwasher. Large fridge space (1255mm). Internal laundry. Instantaneous Gas hot water. Provision made for in-concrete floor heating - unconnected at present. Qualifies for one council parking permit. Contemplate potential of second storey additions (STCA).

Agent: Paul Cooper - coopersagency-sales@mail.inspectrealestate.com.au - (02) 9555 7777

Agent: Matt Cooper - coopersagency-sales@mail.inspectrealestate.com.au - (02) 9555 7777

Land Size: 316 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Quintessential Balmain living on a sun-blessed 316sqm

Description: Built c1890 and set on one of the village's most coveted streets, this double-fronted weatherboard cottage delivers an exceptional sense of peace and privacy tucked away behind the buzz of Darling Street. With a gorgeous parterre foregarden making a welcoming first impression, the two-storey home opens to an idyllic north-facing backyard wrapped in greenery offering a perfect setting for families to relax, play and entertain in the sunshine. A pavilion-style redesign honours the integrity of the original home while creating a warm, contemporary family retreat with four bedrooms, well-defined living and dining zones and the rare advantage of rear access via Little Darling Street to double garaging. Original period features provide a gracious connection to the past, complemented by an entertainer's kitchen and two stylish bathrooms for effortless everyday comfort. Footsteps to Balmain's social scene and everything from cafes and bistros to beer gardens and yoga studios, the freestanding home rests on a sun-blessed 316sqm approx, almost double the average block size in Balmain, making this an outstanding opportunity to secure one of the best. - A reimagined freestanding double-fronted 1890s cottage - Timeless charm meets contemporary comfort over 2 levels - Spacious layout, 4 double bedrooms with tranquil outlooks - King-sized master with ensuite and a north-facing balcony - Granite island kitchen overlooking a Japanese courtyard - European appliances, gas cooktop, filtered water, reverse air - Dining room with a feature fireplace, original timber floors - Stylish living with bi-folds to a travertine terrace with awning - Lush private north-facing garden with a sunny level lawn - Greenery all around, ancient Frangipani tree as centrepiece - 2 large bathrooms, limestone ensuite with a Kaldewei bath - Double garage via Little Darling St, 250m to Balmain Town Hall - 300m to Woolworths, easy access to the city and harbourfront

Agent: Matthew Hayson - matth@ch.com.au - 02 9818 3844

Agent: Rita Lopresti - rita@ch.com.au - 02 9818 3844

Agent: Rosemary Chen - rosemary@ch.com.au - 9556 8122

Land Size: 114 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Elegant north-facing terrace / 2 beds plus study layout

Description: Behind a timeless façade in a leafy, tree-lined streetscape, this beautifully modernised terrace reveals a series of warm, character-rich interiors and a sun-drenched north-facing garden sanctuary. Thoughtful updates enhance its period charm, delivering flexible family living with an additional third bedroom or study, effortless indoor/outdoor flow, and an enviable setting just footsteps from parks, cafés and Darling Street, with rapid CBD access close at hand. Highlights * Character terrace in quiet tree-lined row * Master fireplace, French doors, balcony * Two main bedrooms with built-in robes * Flexible third bedroom, study or nursery * High decorative ceilings, timber flooring * Modern gas kitchen s/steel benchtops * Under-floor cellar, generous attic space * Skylit bathroom plus full internal laundry * Private north-facing garden, rear access * Outdoor bench seating, hidden storage * Moments to parks, cafes, village lifestyle * Walk to city-bound buses, shops & more

Agent: Andrew Liddell - andrew@bresicwhitney.com.au - 02 8585 8555

Agent: Brandon Nguyen - brandon@bresicwhitney.com.au - 02 9356 5535

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Raising the roof in Birchgrove: a peninsula haven with a rooftop wonderland

Description: Heritage charm meets harbour splendour in this reimagined Victorian terrace, bringing a new architectural dimension to a timeless Birchgrove classic. Set over three levels with a sunny NE rear aspect, the peninsula retreat celebrates its spectacular setting with a show-stopping rooftop terrace and studio-style top floor framed by awe-inspiring 270-degree views sweeping across the harbour, Harbour Bridge and the iconic city skyline. A thoughtful redesign weaves original character with contemporary refinement, creating a highly adaptable layout that evolves with the rhythms of family life. The upper level functions as a private sanctuary, ideal as an entertainer's haven, parent's retreat or potential 3rd bedroom, while the living spaces are designed for effortless indoor-outdoor flow and connection with the outdoors. Just around the corner from Charlotte's Café and Birchgrove Park, this symphony of heritage beauty and unforgettable harbour panoramas is just 400m to Balmain Sailing Club and 750m to Balmain Wharf for an easy commute to the city. - Custom appointed with a sophisticated urban aesthetic - Freestanding to the east with windows on 3 sides - Engineered Oak floorboards, exposed brick, high ceilings - 3 beds with custom built-ins, 3rd bed or sitting room - King-sized main bed with a fireplace and balcony - 40sqm approx. top floor retreat with a NE-facing terrace - 270-degree views over the harbour and iconic city skyline - Cocktail bar, custom joinery, study dormer, ample storage - Stylish living with a gas fireplace, Mitsubishi ducted air - Dining with banquette seat and an easy in/outdoor flow - Walled courtyard garden with a NE entertainer's deck - Caesarstone kitchen in Empira White, induction cooktop - 2 stylish terrazzo bathrooms with brushed brass tapware - Separate internal laundry, extensive custom joinery - 350m to picturesque Mort Bay Park and Dry Dock Hotel - 550m to Darling Street's cafes, boutiques and yoga studios - DP notes 94.8sqm land, recent survey reflects 100.5sqm

Agent: Mark Bowis - mark@ch.com.au - 02 9818 3844

Agent: Liz Cloran - liz@ch.com.au - 0420 311 174

Land Size: 217 m²

Property Type: House

Listing Type: Residential

Status: Active

Summary: Freestanding home blending character and style in a premium setting.

Description: On a wide block of approx. 217sqm in a prized cul-de-sac street, this standalone double- fronted cottage built c1925 has been redesigned and renovated for contemporary living with retained period details and enduring architectural appeal. The home is set over a generous single level, with no steps from the street to the front door, light filled interiors featuring a sought-after four bedrooms and an expansive deck at the rear which runs the side of the house to connect with a decorative front verandah for wraparound access and minimal upkeep. Residing just 260m from the open green space of Punch Park and with close proximity to the village centre on Darling Street, it presents as an exceptional home of effortless liveability and supreme comfort in an outstanding location. - High ceilings throughout, leadlight windows and French doors - Feature pressed metal, plantation shutters, wide floorboards - Air conditioned living space with bi-folds opening to rear deck - Open plan island kitchen features s/steel European appliances - Four Queen-sized bedrooms, two with own access to the deck - Master ensuite, main bathroom with bath, Euro-style laundry - Abundant storage including attic space and underhouse area - 500m to Darling Street shops, cafes, Woollies and city buses

Agent: Lynsey Kemp - lynsey.kemp@belleproperty.com - 02 9555 1565

Agent: Rebecca Williams - rebecca.williams@belleproperty.com - 02 9555 1565