Best buys under $600k
EVEN with an increase in the number of homes coming to market, finding an exciting entry level offering can be a tall order.
One year ago, when the median in Hobart was $585,000, the Mercury printed two Favourite Seven Homes of the Week Under the Median Value stories. One in March, another in August.
Quickly, we found that the homes on the hit list had gone from fresh to stale (sold, or under offer) in the two days between writing the yarn and it hitting the newsstand.
And today, the median is more like $750,000. For many young buyers, that’s got to be a non-starter.
If you are able to access the government’s Home Guarantee Scheme, the price cap is $600,000 in Hobart. So, let’s take a look at what you might be able to buy around Hobart for under that figure.
Offers over $545,000, EIS Property
OFFERED to market for the first time in over 70 years, No.31 Windsor is a cherished family home with beautiful bones, old world charm and endless potential. It has a flexible floorplan with lovely views of the River Derwent. There is a formal loungeroom with a bay window, a dining and family room, spacious bedrooms, as well as an original kitchen and bathroom. To be fair, it is pretty much perfect.
Offers over $495,000, Petrusma Property
POSSIBLY the most sharply priced home on our list, this 2017built unit feels like it was finished just yesterday. It has views to the River Derwent, low-maintenance grounds, open plan living, a kitchen with pendant lights and a stylish bathroom. There are two roomy bedrooms with built-ins and a large outdoor entertaining area.
Offers over $550,000, Crowther Richards
WAY back in the 1800s, this property was a colonial cottage. Today, it’s a renovated family home with three bedrooms and a study. There is a modern bathroom with gas cooking and a contemporary bathroom with a shower atop of the bathtub. There are security shutters, solar panels and a large undercover barbecue area.
Offers over $549,000, Raine & Horne
THE deck here in Ridge Rd is the place to be. Relax, take in some sunshine and enjoy the water views from the home’s excellent elevation. Hot beachside market Dodges Ferry has gone from strength to strength over the past few years and cracking homes like this are the reason why. This weatherboard beauty has a funky ‘70s vibe.
Offers over $550,000, Brick & Castle
LOOKING for something new? No problem, these Tolosa units are available to buy off the plan. When built, they’ll offer two bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, uninterrupted mountain views, and a modern open plan living, kitchen and dining zone. The bathrooms will be tiled from floor-to-ceiling and showcase elegant fittings.
Best offer over $595,000, 4one4 Property Co
WHEN the starting price is this close to $600,000, it might be daydreaming to think this Rosetta property will meet our criteria. But we couldn’t skip it! Take one look and you’ll discover a fabulous ‘50s home with terrific timber floors, a contemporary kitchen, superb modern bathroom, and a leafy yard.