Prestige Property Report

Ettalong Beach Apartments Win HIA Award

Ocean View Apartments, a complex comprising twelve apartments on 207-209 Ocean Beach Road, Ettalong Beach has received the HIA Hunter and Central Coast award for Apartment Project of the Year.

The development which was completed towards the end of last year consists of nine two-bedroom and three three-bedroom apartments of which two are luxury penthouses. All apartments feature high quality fittings, stainless steel appliances, gourmet kitchens, security intercom and security parking. Most feature spectacular views of the entrance to Brisbane Water.

The complex was developed by Sydney builder, Developcorp. Spokesperson for the builder, Johnny Daher said, “The apartments have been created to meet the needs of buyers looking for luxury living in a tranquil environment.”

The project is being marketed by Ettalong agents, Laing+Simmons Central Coast with Principal Ray Dearlove saying that the apartments catered to the needs of a variety of market sectors. “The Ocean View apartments are priced from $475,000 for the two bedroom apartments and $575,000 for the three bedroom apartments with the asking price for the two penthouses of $1.1 million,” he said. “At the other end of the spectrum, spacious penthouses will be very attractive to the luxury market. This really is one of the best real estate opportunities on the Central Coast.”

Ten hectares with ocean and lagoon views

The property: 642 The Scenic Road, Macmasters Beach. This five bedroom home, built thirty years ago with no regard to expense, nestles behind a saltwater lagoon adjacent to the beach. Features of the property include a tennis court, practice golf course and private lake, all on ten hectares with a north easterly aspect.
The price: $3,850,000
The buyer: The buyer is from the Central Coast.
The sale: The property has been on the market for about two years and had been marketed through a number of agents.
The agent: Garth Hunter of Raine & Horne Terrigal – Avoca Beach, who comments that the high end market is starting to pick up momentum.

Gosford waterfront sold

The property: 123a Albany Street, Point Frederick. Overlooking Caroline Bay and recently renovated this spacious four bedroom waterfront home has an easterly aspect. Features include electric entry gates, top quality kitchen and air-conditioning.
The price: $1,140,000
The buyer: A Central Coast family.
The sale: The property was on the market for ten weeks and was sold by private treaty. Marketing was through local and Sydney media as well as the internet.
The agent: Central Coast Prestige Properties.

A place to soak up the history

The property: 148 Palmdale Road, Palmdale. Known as ‘Palmdale House’ (c1885) this four bedroom home sits on 13 hectares, with established English gardens and a tree lined driveway. The property includes a manager’s cottage, stables and pool.
The price: $2,250,000.
The buyer: A Sydney family.
The sale: The property was on the market for 42 days and was marketed via local and Sydney media. It was inspected by over fifty parties and eventually sold by private treaty following the auction.
The agent: Stuart Davies of McGrath Central Coast.

Holiday house for Sydney family

The property: 42 Warren Avenue, Avoca Beach. This four bedroom dual level home is located at the end of a cul-de-sac with 180 degree water views from Avoca Lake to Avoca Beach.
The price: $1,520,000. The property previously traded in 2006 for $1,750,000.
The buyer: A Sydney family who have bought the property as a holiday home.
The sale: The property was marketed through a local and Sydney campaign and was taken to auction but was passed in. It subsequently sold through negotiation.
The agent: Stuart Davies of McGrath Central Coast.

Quick sale for Tumbi retreat

The property: 1 Beaverdale Place, Tumbi Umbi. This four bedroom home with five garage spaces and pool sprawls over two and a half acres and offers the opportunity to work from home.
The price: $1,200,000
The buyer: A Central Coast family.
The sale: The property was on the market for just seventeen days. It was sold prior to auction following a local and Sydney campaign.
The agents: Steve Dudley and Tracey Stein of McGrath Central Coast.

Beach views and a quick walk to the beach

The property: Unit 3, 7 Barnhill Road, Terrigal. This four bedroom penthouse with three bathrooms and three garages has sweeping beach and ocean views and features a spectacular entertaining deck.
The price: $2,100,000
The buyer: A Sydney family.
The sale: The property had been on the market for approximately twelve months through other agents however it sold in three weeks to a buyer through Raine & Horne Terrigal – Avoca Beach’s database.
The agents: Marcus Bramham and Bobby Gardner.

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