9/31 Bruce Street, Brighton-Le-Sands NSW 2216

Top-floor north-facing rear unit | 113sqm internal | renovated with Caesarstone and ducted air | walk to beach and cafes This property offers a rare configuration in a small block: top floor, north aspect, and quiet rear position. The 113sqm internal area is generous for a two-bedroom unit, and the recent renovation with hybrid flooring, Caesarstone benchtops, and ducted air conditioning removes immediate upgrade costs. The oversized lock-up garage with shelving adds functional storage rarely found in apartments. For a buyer seeking a low-maintenance home or a solid owner-occupier hold in a beachside suburb with strong cafe proximity, this unit competes directly with newer stock but at a likely lower entry point given the 2020 purchase price of $670,000 and a current median of $850,000. The main risk is the 40% rental profile in the block, which can affect lending and strata harmony, though 72% long-term residents suggests stability. The auction clearance rate of 45% in the area signals a buyer’s market, so disciplined bidding or a pre-auction offer below median is warranted. The strata levy of $1,022 per quarter is moderate, and the absence of flood or bushfire risk reduces insurance burden. For an investor, the beach proximity and strong owner-occupier appeal support rental demand. Hold this property as a long-term home or a low-turnover rental; avoid overpaying in a soft market.