501/2 Honeysuckle Drive
Newcastle, NSW 2300

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Area figures
- residents (ABS, June 2024)
- 176,860
- children aged 0–14
- 27,851
- schools
- 73
- parks & libraries
- 77
- kids’ activity providers listed
- 58
Most-listed activities: Swimming, Tennis, AFL
Population figures: Australian Bureau of Statistics
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Parks, playgrounds & public spaces
Christie Park
Auckland St, Newcastle, New South Wales, 2300
252 m straight-line distance
Civic Park
Newcastle, New South Wales, 2300
368 m straight-line distance
Newcastle City Library
Laman St, Cooks Hill, New South Wales, 2300
465 m straight-line distance
Newcastle Region Library
Laman St, Cooks Hill, New South Wales, 2300
465 m straight-line distance
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Kids' Activities per Child: Australia's Best- and Thinnest-Covered Council Areas (2026)
Across Australia's big council areas, the AroundSchools directory lists a median of about 10 kids' activity providers for every 10,000 children — but in Melbourne's Wyndham it is 3.9, and in the City…
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Property Details
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What's Nearby
Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre (Cardiff South)
Hillsborough Rd, Cardiff South
Keith Williams Tennis Coach
Newcastle
Newcastle Inner City Hwa Rang Taekwondo
Dawson St, Cooks Hill
Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
King St, Newcastle
Waratah Girls Choir
Newcastle
Kip McGrath Education Centre Palmerston North
Newcastle
Birdwood Park
King St, Newcastle West
Nesca Park
Brooks St, The Hill
Newcastle City Blues Junior AFC
Cnr Parry and Union Streets, Newcastle
Nearby Schools
Novoschool
Newcastle West NSW 2302

Newcastle East Public School
Tyrrell St, Newcastle NSW 2300

Newcastle Grammar School
Cnr. Union Street & Parkway Avenue, Cooks Hill NSW 2300 Australia

Carrington Public School
Young St, Carrington NSW 2294

St Francis Xavier's College
282 Parkway Avenue, Hamilton NSW 2303 Australia

St Joseph's Primary School - Merewether
Farquhar Street, Merewether NSW 2291 Australia
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Newcastle, NSW 2300
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: The Epitome Of Inner City Living
Description: Location, Location, Location!! *Inspections by appointment only* Located in a prime position of Newcastle, Brown Street is truly in the heart of the city. You have a variety of pubs, clubs, restaurants, cafe's, beaches & parks to enjoy. Not to mention the timeless "Tower Cinema's" which are very close to re-opening following its close in 2018. It's safe to say that Hunter Street & The Hunter Street mall has seen & its still seeing a major transformation & uplift, which will bring further amenities & improvements to come. This is your opportunity to snap up a bargain. In the the heart of the CBD, with Newcastle University 10 min walk , harbour only 4 min walk away. The main bus route on Hunter St is only 6 min walk away. Perfect for those wanting CBD living without the fuss of running a household, or the investor looking for a great return on investment, with rents in this complex reaching approx. $290-$300 per week. The multi storey complex provides shared facilities with two resident lounges with plasma TV and Foxtel, spacious dining room plus study area. A commercial kitchen for private cooking, both freezer and cool rooms for individual food storage plus individual pantries adjacent to the kitchen. The apartment itself is studio style, with ensuite & balcony. The room has an inbuilt robe/study desk. It is currently tenanted, with the lessor paying $265, on an expired lease. The complex has a full time on-site manager/caretaker, providing both security and access for any maintenance issues. The area of property has been measured at 21m2. This property is subject to House rules / Rules for Visitors + minimum 3 month lease terms. Outgoings Expenses: * Rent $265 per week, the tenant is currently on an expired lease. * Strata PQ approx. $923.00 * Water PQ approx. $350.00 * Council PQ approx. $385.00 Inspections by Appointment only. Please register your interest to inspect. Disclaimer: We have obtained all information from sources we believe to be reliable, however we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Agent: Michael Arnold - sales@arnoldproperty.com.au - 0419295661
Agent: Jon Arnold - sales@arnoldproperty.com.au - 02 49692600
Newcastle West, NSW 2302
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Calming green views and water glimpses from Bellevue on Bellevue
Description: Positioned on the north-eastern corner of Bellevue on Bellevue in the heart of Newcastle West, this second-floor apartment feels like a quiet pocket above the action. Bathed in beautiful natural light, it looks out across established gardens with Cottage Creek winding below and harbour glimpses stretching towards Newcastle Marina. Every principal room opens to a balcony, so you can slide the doors back, let the breeze drift through, and enjoy a leafy outlook that softens the city backdrop. Secure entry and lift access make coming and going simple, while inside, the proportions are generous and practical. The open plan living and dining zone flows to the balcony, anchored by an electric-equipped kitchen. Two robed bedrooms offer comfortable retreat, including a main with ensuite. A secure car space is included, though you may find it rarely needed. Step outside and you're moments from Honeysuckle's waterfront dining, the CBD's bars and eateries, the Civic Theatre, and Newcastle Interchange for trains to Sydney or light rail to the beach. Marketown is an easy walk for daily essentials, keeping life refreshingly convenient. For investors, it's a smart addition to the portfolio. For owner-occupiers, it's a relaxed city base with everything within reach. - Bellevue on Bellevue is a secure complex with lift access - Second floor apartment with balconies for alfresco enjoyment - Spacious open plan living with air-conditioning - Kitchen with electric cooktop and oven plus dishwasher - Both bedrooms fitted with built-in robes, main with ensuite - Stroll across the road to Bank Corner for coffee or to Honeysuckle for dinner and drinks - 400m walk to Newcastle Interchange and same to Marketown Shopping Centre. 2.6km to Newcastle Beach
Agent: Tony Reville - tony@robinsonre.com.au - 02 4902 7222
Agent: Carlie McDonald - carlie@robinsonre.com.au - 02 4902 7222
The Hill, NSW 2300
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: UNDER OFFER
Description: Art Deco Charm in the Heart of The Hill Positioned within a tightly held historic brick Art Deco building, this two-bedroom unit blends timeless character with a lifestyle address that's second to none. A generous living room leads onto a private balcony capturing leafy views across to the city, while the kitchen opens to a rear landing with outlooks over the harbour. Both bedrooms are well sized, with one featuring a built-in robe, and the elevated position ensures light-filled interiors and refreshing coastal breezes year-round. From your doorstep, a pathway leads directly down to vibrant King Street, putting cafes, dining and shopping within easy reach. Stroll less than 700m to King Edward Park, Darby Street, Civic Park and Honeysuckle all part of the enviable lifestyle on offer. Whether you're a first-home buyer looking to secure a place in a blue-chip location, or an investor seeking a proven performer in one of Newcastle's most desirable precincts, this residence offers the perfect combination of charm, convenience and lifestyle. And with some maintenance and minor renovations, the rental yield could be significantly increased. * Digital decluttering and stlying has been used Features: - Fans in living room and front bedroom - Generous sized living room - Great cross ventilation from coastal breezes - 1km walk to Newcastle Beach - 100m walk to King St - 200m walk to Darby St and Civic Park - Potential rental return $500pw - Strata Fees - $1499 per quarter approx - Council Rates $430 per quarter approx - Water Rates - $262 per quarter approx
Agent: Ryan Gifford - ryan@shorepn.com.au - 0468495222
Cooks Hill, NSW 2300
Land Size: 213 m²
Property Type: House
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Period Character. Prime Position. Serious Potential.
Description: OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED In one of Newcastle's most tightly held lifestyle pockets, this classic period cottage offers an increasingly rare opportunity to secure a slice of blue-chip Cooks Hill, with all the charm of yesteryear and the potential to create something truly special tomorrow. Set on a 213sqm block in the absolute heart of Cooks Hill, the home retains its character façade and welcoming proportions, while presenting exciting scope for a considered renovation. Whether you're looking to enhance its period charm, extend (STCA), or craft a bespoke inner-city retreat, the foundations are here, and the location does the rest. Inside, the layout comprises two bedrooms, one bathroom, and inviting living spaces ready to be reimagined. Off-street covered parking adds valuable convenience, a genuine asset. But it's the lifestyle that truly sets this address apart. From your front door, it's just: 150m to local cafés and pubs 400m stroll to Darby Street's restaurants, boutiques and daily essentials 1.4km walk to Bar Beach for your morning swim This is walk-everywhere living at its best, leave the car at home and immerse yourself in Newcastle's most vibrant inner-city community. Period cottages in Cooks Hill with this level of potential are becoming harder to secure. For buyers with vision, this is an opportunity to add value in a location that consistently rewards quality renovations. Charming, central and absolutely brimming with potential, 34 Corlette Street is ready for its next chapter.
Agent: Ryan Gifford - ryan@shorepn.com.au - 0468495222
Agent: Sarah Andrews - sarah@shorepn.com.au - 0432179448
Newcastle West, NSW 2302
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Chic City Living
Description: This vibrant home offers city convenience being just footsteps to all of the CBD's amenities. Where you may enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Honeysuckle precinct to a multitude of cafes, restaurants, pubs and yacht club. The Cosmopolitan Darby Street lined with alfresco dining is just a short level walk away. Across the road, everyday living is made easy with Marketown shopping centre, Coles, Woolworths and Aldi. Buses run down your street and Newcastle's light rail and Wickham transport interchange is at your door step, University, Courthouse, theatres, parks and beaches are just down the road. This location will certainly satisfy all your needs. - Kitchen features quality Miele appliances, Caesarstone benchtops, plumbed fridge space, externally ducted range hood and pull-out pantry - Double glazed glass sliding doors open up onto the balcony, capturing city views even from the living area & kitchen - Seamless indoor & outdoor flow - Ventilating windows capture cross flow breeze - Generously sized bedroom features a large built-in wardrobe - Concierge Service - 2 high speed lifts for 6 apartments - Private landscaped garden on level 3 - Low-risk entry level price tag
Agent: Andrew Walker - andrew@street.net.au - 02 4926 3933
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: The Ultimate One Bedroom Living
Description: This luxurious one-bedroom apartment is a must see, sitting within what is Newcastle's most prestigious residential complex Sky Residences. You'll enjoy a vibrant city lifestyle in the heart of the revitalised Newcastle precinct with public transport, cafes, harbour-side bars and restaurants and the beach all just moments from your doorstep. Enjoy soaring 2.7m ceilings in what is a generous five-star apartment. Comprising of 61m2 of interior living space and an entertainers dream with a 47m2 terrace. On entering, you immediately take in the abundance of natural light flowing into your open plan Kitchen, Dining and Living. With air conditioning, secure car parking and additional storage space, this apartment provides all that you could need. Residents also enjoy exclusive access to the pool, gym and breath-taking rooftop Sky Lounge with indoor dining & lounge and outdoor terrace & barbeque facilities and incredible ocean views over Cooks Hills and Merewether. Sky Residences was developed and built by renowned local GWH
Agent: Peter Kunov - pk@gwh-re.com.au - 02 4966 3766
Cooks Hill, NSW 2300
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: Live the Cooks Hill Life. FOUND it.
Description: Right in the heart of one of Newcastle's most loved suburbs, this renovated two-bedroom apartment is all about easy living and unbeatable location. Light-filled, beautifully updated and effortlessly functional, it's the kind of place that makes everyday life feel simple. Inside, hardwood floors anchor a generous open-plan living space that flows seamlessly to a spacious balcony, the perfect spot for morning coffee or an afternoon wind-down. The kitchen punches above its weight, with plenty of bench space, excellent storage and gas cooking, a rare find in apartment living. Both bedrooms are comfortably carpeted, while the updated bathroom keeps things fresh and practical. Add in a dedicated car space for everyday convenience, and you've got a home that ticks all the right boxes. And then there's the lifestyle. Walk to Darby Street for brunch, browse the boutiques, meet friends for dinner, or head straight down to the beach for a swim. Parks, cafés, wine bars and the CBD are all just minutes away. Leafy, vibrant and always in demand - Cooks Hill living doesn't get much better than this. Move in, rent out, or simply enjoy the postcode. What's Local Coffee | Autumn Rooms, Goldbergs, Welsh Blacks Eat | Parry Street Garage, Papalote, Urban Deli, Drink | The Delaney Hotel, 5 Sawyers, The Commonwealth Hotel Wellness | Genesis Health and Fitness, The Pilates Space, The Forum Gym Imagine a Real Estate Agent where the real means something. Lucky you FOUND us.
Agent: Matt Barnes - 3076.32115@leaddrop.rexsoftware.com - 0438 631 860
Agent: Charleigh Oliver - charleigh@foundhq.com.au
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Property Type: Apartment / Unit / Flat
Listing Type: Residential
Status: Active
Summary: CITY LIVING
Description: Built in 2003 the Civic Square Apartments are positioned in one of Newcastle's most favorable locations , with an exceptional open plan layout & spacious floor plan, this inner city apartment will be sure to impress you. With Civic Park a 4 minute walk away (270m) & being placed between Marketown, Darby Street & Hunter Street, you are in the perfect trifecta to be able to walk or cycle to anything you need, whether it be picking up some milk, or grabbing a bite to eat with a beloved friend. Newcastle's lifestyle & what it has to offer is constantly evolving & changing, with this always comes new restaurants, cafe's and shops - this is your chance to secure a prime piece of real estate that is in the heart of one of Australia's most sought after regional City. You even have a pool for your own private use! This properties features include: * Open plan living & dining area, with ducted air-conditioning throughout. * Immaculate Kitchen with a gas cooktop, dishwasher & good storage. *Large main bedroom with a walk in wardrobe, ensuite & access to balcony. * Second bedroom good size with built in wardrobes. * Well maintained ensuite with a separate bath & shower. * Well maintained bathroom. * Internal storage room/study in apartment. * Large covered balcony. * Secure car space. * Lockable storage room next to car space. * A private pool & gymnasium for use in the apartment building. A strata report will be provided to any interested buyers. The outgoing expenses are as follows: * Strata: $1724 approx. per quarter. * Council: $406 approx. per quarter. *Water: $360 approx. per quarter, including usage. * Rental return: $750 per week. Disclaimer: We have obtained all information from sources we believe to be reliable, however we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Agent: Michael Arnold - sales@arnoldproperty.com.au - 0419295661
Agent: Jon Arnold - sales@arnoldproperty.com.au - 02 49692600
Newcastle, NSW 2300
Property Type: New Apartments / Off The Plan
Listing Type: Child
Status: Active
Summary: East-Facing 2-Bedroom Apartment
Description: This beautifully appointed east-facing Type A apartment enjoys harbour, ocean and Cathedral views from Level 9, framed by floor-to-ceiling windows and a NE-angled balcony that captures morning sun. The layout features a walk-in wardrobe, generous living and dining zones, and a stylish 2.4 m island bench. With 3 colour schemes to choose from and upgrade packages available, you can personalise your home to suit your style. Developed and built by GWH Newcastle's leading local builder and developer with over 25 years of industry excellence. Key Features: Harbour & ocean views from Level 9 East-facing Cathedral & city vistas Floor-to-ceiling glazing NE-angled sunlit balcony Walk-in wardrobe 2.4 m island bench Generous living & dining ERA will be home to the best resident amenities in Newcastle, incl. pool, gym, sauna, wellness studio, residents' cinema, co-working spaces, rooftop terraces & sky gardens 3 colour schemes to choose from Optional upgrade packages Delivered by GWH (local, 25+ years) Deposit Options: 10% Deposit secure immediately Coposit ($10,000 deposit) pay the balance over time while locking in today's price Deposit Bond ideal if your cash is tied up Bank Guarantee commit without releasing capital Enquire today | eranewcastle.com.au
Agent: Peter Kunov - pk@gwh-re.com.au - 02 4966 3766















