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Castle Cove | Crows Nest | Hunters Hill | Lane Cove McMahons Point | Mosman | Northbridge | Willoughby
We are seeing the demand for renovated properties remain strong this year, as it has for the past three years.
For homeowners willing to meet this demand, there are benefits to be had from both fast, targeted refurbishments or long-term makeovers.
In its latest monthly review, national valuations company, Herron Todd White (HTW), observed that renovation costs can be cheaper than that of selling a home, and buying another one.
In terms of financial outlay, Cotality’s Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) report for this year’s June quarter revealed there has been a 31.3% increase in national construction costs since the start of COVID-19 five years ago. Cotality research director Tim Lawless said this increase had created ongoing liquidity and feasibility challenges for builders and competition for skilled trades, which is likely to persist for several years.
Homeowners should definitely be prepared for major renovations such as a full kitchen makeover to potentially cost $40,000 plus. Bathroom facelifts can also be costly and for these types of projects, you will need a licenced electrician or plumber.
HTW also noted that the cost of replacing a kitchen or bathroom is significantly higher than it was five years ago, with the trades and construction industries still busy following the COVID “bubble”. But with that said, HTW said these industries – and their materials – are now more readily accessible.
Either way, if you’re planning to renovate or expand your property, you may be able to organise renovation finance or a construction and building loan with your current, or a different, lender.
Tips and advice
If you’re a homeowner keen to undertake a renovation, there are some important factors to consider before you start.
Firstly, do you like your current location? You might live in a neighbourhood with proximity to your favourite amenities and other useful services, including school catchment zones and your place of work.
Next, consider why you want to complete a makeover, as this answer will affect your budget and time. Are you an investor wanting to quickly update some cosmetic details before finding a tenant? Are you an owner modernising your property for potentially a strong sale afterwards? In both cases, you should opt for a targeted refurbishment that will maximise the property’s value.
If you’re a long-term, owner-occupier, you should still consider the possibility of a future resale. After all, the average amount of time people stay in their property is 11 years, according to PropTrack data in August 2023.
But in the short term, make a list of your priorities, beginning with essential items such as air conditioners or heaters. Depending on your time and budget, you may have to wait several years to complete your list.
Also remember that you can complete some changes yourself, which can save you time and money. These jobs include painting, tiling, installing curtains and blinds, building a backyard fence, and gardening. If you have a tradie mate to help you, even better. If nothing else, they can give you good advice and referrals.
Check with your local council before beginning any major extensions or structural changes to your home, especially if it is heritage listed.
Always obtain multiple quotes, don’t be afraid to ask for recommendations or referrals, and ensure any tradie you employ is licenced and certified. For sizable modifications, obtain a written contract outlining the work and payment details, costs, timeframe, and any guarantees and warranties.
Most importantly, stick to your budget, have a support network and take the time to enjoy the update once it is completed.
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AUCTION Saturday 25 October 12.45pm
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Agent Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
Hamish Gibbs 0448 593 201 8A/88
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Agent Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 4.30pm
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Agent Trevor Richardson 0401 973 734
Aris Varvarian 0478 150 010
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054 12 Emerstan
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054 50
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
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Agent Rose Farina 0404 492 616
Harriet Halmarick 0415 739 009
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AUCTION Saturday 25 October 3.00pm
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
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Agent Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Agent Harriet Halmarick 0415 739 009
Elly Paterson 0452 239 070
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View Saturday 11.45am - 12.15pm
Agent Harriet Halmarick 0415 739 009
Elly Paterson 0452 239 070
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Agent Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
Jack Hellegas 0413 247 396
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Agent Jon Dundas-Smith 0425 241 525
Jason Georges 0421 958 391
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 9.00am
Price Guide $2,700,000
View Saturday 1.00pm - 1.30pm
Agent Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
Lilianna Lou 0405 088 738
7 Nea Street, Chatswood 4 beds 3 baths 1 car FOR SALE
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Agent Aegean Zhang 0450 800 801
16/882 Pacific Highway, Chatswood 2 beds 1 bath 1 car FOR SALE
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View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Jon Dundas-Smith 0425 241 525
11/7 Wulworra Avenue, Cremorne Point
2 beds 1 bath
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 2.15pm
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Agent Alex Myers 0414 690 520
Sarah Kerr 0414 929 036
11 Cramer Crescent, Chatswood
5 beds 4 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Wednesday 15 October 6.45pm
Price Guide $3,700,000
View Saturday 11.00am - 11.30am
Agent Sam Lloyd 0418 236 103
Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
6 Beaconsfield Road, Chatswood 5 beds 2 baths 5 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide $6,500,000
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Agent Sam Lloyd 0418 236 103
James Sutton 0422 704 370
168 West Street, Crows Nest
3 beds 1 bath
AUCTION Saturday 1 November 11.15am
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Debbie Chadwick 0414 889 426
Brooke Lumb 0450 344 240
303/640-650 Pacific Highway, Chatswood 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 9.45am
Price Guide $1,600,000
View Saturday 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Agent Jon Snead 0408 160 527
Fred Eldridge 0437 554 440
102/131 Spencer Road, Cremorne 2 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 12.00pm
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View Saturday 10.45am - 11.15am
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
165 Alexander Street, Crows Nest
4 beds 2 baths 2 cars
FOR SALE
Price Guide $4,500,000
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Agent Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
Debbie Chadwick 0414 889 426
2C Wolseley Street, Drummoyne
3 beds 2 baths 1 car
FOR SALE
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Agent Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352
Robert Alfeldi 0418 982 688
9 Wolfe Road, East Ryde
5 beds 4 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 11.15am
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Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
1C Nioka Street, Gladesville
4 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 12.45pm
Price Guide $2,900,000
View Saturday 10.15am - 10.45am
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
18 Mitchell Street, Greenwich
5 beds 2 baths 3 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 3.00pm
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Agent Sam Lloyd 0418 236 103
6 Spencer Street, Gladesville 2 beds 1 bath 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 9.45am
Price Guide
$3,000,000
View Saturday 1.15pm - 1.45pm
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
34 Junction Street, Gladesville
5 beds 3 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 1.30pm
Price Guide $3,550,000
View Saturday 11.45am - 12.15pm
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
21 Glenview Crescent, Hunters Hill
4 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Wednesday 22 October 6.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 11.45am - 12.15pm
Agent Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352
Nicholas Cowdrill 0402 510 294
1 Pile Street, Gladesville 5 beds 3 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 9.45am
Price Guide $4,900,000
View Saturday 10.15am - 10.45am
Agent Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352
John Paranchi 0411 508 890
10 Pitt Street, Hunters Hill
3 beds 3 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 9.00am
Price Guide $2,700,000
View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Claire Ward 0424 233 222
Matt Ward 0417 942 223
SALE
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Aegean Zhang 0450 800 801 206/18 Birdwood Avenue, Lane Cove
Price Guide
$1,400,000 - $1,450,000
View Saturday 10.00am - 10.30am
Agent Julia Sikora 0410 451 749
Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
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Agent Hazel McNamara 0402 913 537
Crimea
1 bed 1 bath 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide $615,000
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Agent Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
Lilianna Lou 0405 088 738
Price Guide $1,300,000
View Saturday 11.00am - 11.30am
Agent Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
Julia Sikora 0410 451 749
12 Victoria Street, McMahons Point 3 beds 1 bath
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 12.00pm
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Agent Annika Bongiorno 0415 194 152
Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
6/5-9 Helen Street, Lane Cove 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 9.00am
Price Guide $1,500,000
View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Julia Sikora 0410 451 749
Richard Bonouvrie 0404 087 091
54/3-9 Finlayson Street, Lane Cove 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 12.45pm
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Agent Hazel McNamara 0402 913 537
Nadine Marando 0497 580 471
6/188 Blues Point Road, McMahons Point 1 bed 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 9.45am
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View Saturday 12.30pm - 1.00pm
Agent Blake Austin-Tock 0481 449 955
Nigel Mukhi 0412 696 666
83/94 Alfred Street, Milsons Point 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide $3,750,000
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Agent Nigel Mukhi 0412 696 666
Rachael Piech 0421 286 677
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SALE
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Agent Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
Anthony Godson 0402 773 835
5/21 Park Avenue, Mosman 2 beds 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 4.30pm
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Agent Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
Trevor Richardson 0401 973 734
8/14 Talus Street, Naremburn
4 beds 2 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
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Agent Hamish Gibbs 0448 593 201
Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
3/120 Spit Road, Mosman 1 bed 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 4.30pm
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Agent Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
Amelia Andrews 0402 665 925
5/52A Musgrave Street, Mosman
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 3.45pm
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View Saturday 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Agent Blake Austin-Tock 0481 449 955
Nadine Marando 0497 580 471
10/47 Garland Road, Naremburn
2 beds 2 baths 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 12.45pm
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View Saturday 9.45am - 10.15am
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Brooke Lumb 0450 344 240
102/36 Spit Road, Mosman 2 beds 2 baths 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 5.15pm
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View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
Anthony Godson 0402 773 835
22 Dawson Street, Naremburn
4 beds 2 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
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Agent Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
Brooke Lumb 0450 344 240
408/433 Alfred Street North, Neutral Bay 2 beds 2 baths 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 12.00pm
Price Guide $1,500,000
View Saturday 11.00am - 11.30am
Agent Jon Snead 0408 160 527
Fred Eldridge 0437 554 440
21/24 Barry Street, Neutral Bay
1 bed 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 2.15pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 9.00am - 9.30am
Agent Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
Anthony Godson 0402 773 835
202/9 Harriette Street, Neutral Bay 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 10.00am - 10.30am
Agent Anthony Godson 0402 773 835
Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
4/54 Premier Street, Neutral Bay
3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 10.30am
Price Guide $2,300,000
View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Jon Snead 0408 160 527
Fred Eldridge 0437 554 440
406/168 Walker Street, North Sydney
1 bed 1 bath
FOR SALE
Price Guide $1,500,000
View Saturday 9.00am - 9.10am
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
2309/168 Walker Street, North Sydney
3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Wednesday 8 October 6.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 11.15am - 11.45am
Agent Nigel Mukhi 0412 696 666
Blake Austin-Tock 0481 449 955
15 Yeo Street, Neutral Bay 3 beds 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 1.30pm
Price Guide $2,500,000
View Saturday 12.45pm - 1.15pm
Agent Jon Snead 0408 160 527
Fred Eldridge 0437 554 440
204/1 Cassins Avenue, North Sydney 3 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 4 October 3.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 2.30pm - 3.00pm
Agent Trevor Richardson 0401 973 734
Aris Varvarian 0478 150 010
818/22 Doris Street, North Sydney 1 bed 1 bath 1 car
FOR SALE
Price Guide $675,000
View Saturday 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Agent Jon Snead 0408 160 527
Fred Eldridge 0437 554 440
SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Nick Gittoes 0408 636 543
Anthony Godson 0402 773 835
76 Delange Road, Putney
4 beds 2 baths 1 car
AUCTION Sunday 25 October 12.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 2.00pm - 2.30pm
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Sevan Tachjian 0402 004 755
11A Regent Street, Putney 4 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 3.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 1.15pm - 1.45pm
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
62 Malvern Avenue, Roseville Chase
5 beds 4 baths 2 cars
FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 1.00pm - 1.30pm
Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
20 Normac Street, Roseville Chase
5 beds 3 baths 3 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 12.45pm - 1.15pm
Agent Harriet Halmarick 0415 739 009
Rose Farina 0404 492 616
18 Normac Street, Roseville Chase
3 beds 2 baths 3 cars FOR SALE
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
328 Morrison Road, Putney
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 12.45pm
Price Guide $3,200,000
View Saturday 12.30pm - 1.00pm
Agent John Paranchi 0411 508 890
Nicole King 0410 337 482
45 Malvern
5 beds 3 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Sharon Ireson 0409 124 054
9/1-3 Beazley Street, Ryde
2 beds 2 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide $949,000
View Saturday 10.15am - 10.45am
Agent Nicole King 0410 337 482
John Paranchi 0411 508 890
5706/500 Pacific Highway, St Leonards
SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Lilianna Lou 0405 088 738
Tracey Dixon 0412 443 352
209/3 Herbert Street, St
SALE
Price Guide $670,00 - $700,000
View Saturday 10.00am - 10.30am
Agent Jeff Woo 0403 280 189
Denise Woo 0413 098 073
203/2 Atchison Street, St Leonards
1 bed 1 bath 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
53 Crows
Road,
beds 4 baths 4 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 10.30am
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm
Agent Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
404/11
beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 11.15am
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Ray Liu 0423 517 630
Lot 73/3-60 Artarmon Road, Willoughby
1 bed 1 bath
FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 11.15am
Price Guide $1,200,000
View Saturday 12.00pm - 12.30pm
Agent Ray Liu 0423 517 630
Liam Parnell 0456 625 098
303/15 Atchison Street,
beds 2 baths 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide $1,050,000 - $1,100,000
View Saturday 10.00am - 10.30am
Agent Ray Liu 0423 517 630
Liam Parnell 0456 625 098
Unit Lot 41/3-60 Artarmon Road, Willoughby 2 beds 2 baths 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
303/2 Scott Street, Willoughby
3 beds 2 baths 2 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View By Appointment
Agent Ray Liu 0423 517 630
Liam Parnell 0456 625 098
5 Ann Street, Willoughby
6 beds 3 baths 4 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 12.15pm - 12.45pm
Agent Nicholas Dunn 0439 641 340
Brandon Insuasti 0434 431 234
38 Second Avenue, Willoughby East
3 beds 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 11 October 3.00pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 2.00pm - 2.30pm
Agent Rowland Elster 0418 206 127
Craig Ireson 0419 418 614
23a Oakville Road, Willoughby
3 beds 2 baths 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
View By Appointment
Agent Nicholas Dunn 0439 641 340
70 Sydney Street, Willoughby
4 beds 1 bath 1 car
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 2.15pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 10.45am - 11.15am
Agent Nicholas Dunn 0439 641 340
Brandon Insuasti 0434 431 234
12A Shirley Road, Wollstonecraft
4 beds 2 baths 4 cars FOR SALE
Price Guide On Request
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Agent Peter Chauncy 0402 036 489
Brooke Lumb 0450 344 240
44 Fourth Avenue, Willoughby 4 beds 2 baths 2 cars
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 9.00am
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 11.30am - 12.00pm
Agent Nicholas Dunn 0439 641 340
Brandon Insuasti 0434 431 234
9/520 Willoughby Road, Willoughby 2 beds 1 bath 1 car FOR SALE
Price Guide $880,000
View Saturday 11.00am - 11.30am
Agent Jason Georges 0421 958 391
Bailey O’Byrne 0406 047 417
54 Milray Avenue, Wollstonecraft 4 beds 3 baths 4 cars
AUCTION Saturday 25 October 1.30pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 1.30pm - 2.00pm
Agent Annika Bongiorno 0415 194 152
Emma Vasili 0422 620 165
AUCTION Saturday 18 October 1.30pm
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 1.45pm - 2.15pm
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
Price Guide On Request
View Saturday 1.00pm - 1.30pm
Agent Ty McCartney-Brown 0434 711 748
Ivan Macolino 0439 498 640
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Crows Nest 02 8115 0400
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Northbridge 02 9967 3611
Willoughby 02 9967 5211