65 Austin Street, Lane Cove NSW 2066

Spotted gum floors | architect-designed on 1000sqm+ | bush corridor backing | heated pool and cellar | soundproofed rumpus The buying case rests on rarity: a contemporary five-bedroom house on a true 1000-square-metre block backing bushland within walking distance of Lane Cove village is almost never available. The 2016 construction means minimal near-term capital expenditure, while the heated pool, multiple ensuites, and soundproofed media room give it genuine resort-family appeal. For a buyer prioritising privacy, indoor-outdoor flow, and low-maintenance luxury in a tight supply corridor, this property occupies a defensible position. The principal risk is the auction timeline,being on market only a week before early May inspections suggests either a pre-auction sale strategy or a vendor testing depth. The land size discrepancy (1005 versus 1014 square metres) and building size variance (255 versus 323) should be verified via title survey, as they affect replacement cost and future subdivision potential. No bushfire or flood overlays reduce insurance friction. The off-market 2023 sale without disclosure means the vendor’s cost base is unknown, which may influence their reserve. Hold for family occupation or consider a long-term hold given the land-to-building ratio and zoning; this property’s core value is the land envelope, not the finishes.