703/168 Walker Street, North Sydney NSW 2060

Harbour views from winter garden | French Oak Chevron flooring | Designer marble kitchen | 250m to Victoria Cross Metro This apartment occupies a rare position in North Sydney’s transformation corridor, offering direct Sydney Harbour views from a winter garden that extends the living area. The 92-square-metre internal floorplan with two bedrooms and two bathrooms is generous for a premium building, and the inclusion of French Oak Chevron flooring, marble finishes, and automated blinds signals a specification that competes with lower north shore trophy stock. The 24/7 concierge, indoor pool, and residents’ skydeck add lifestyle depth that supports both owner-occupier appeal and rental demand. This property best suits a professional couple or downsizer seeking a lock-and-leave base with city proximity and a view that holds value across cycles. The primary risk is the 2021 purchase price of $2.39 million, which leaves limited arbitrage if the market softens. North Sydney units have appreciated 15.47 per cent over five years, but supply in the Aura building may increase as other owners test the market. The rental yield at $1,750 per week is below three per cent gross, so the property must be held for capital growth rather than income. The opportunity is the Victoria Cross Metro opening, which will shorten commute times and lift demand for this pocket. Hold this property for a minimum five-year period to capture infrastructure uplift and avoid transacting in a rising stock environment.