16/14-20 Barsden Street, Camden NSW 2570
16/14-20 Barsden Street, Camden NSW 2570
Compact two-bedder | central Camden position | flood overlay noted | steady investor appeal
This unit holds a genuine edge for its size and placement. The 274 m² building figure, while likely covering more than the apartment alone, suggests a footprint larger than the typical 67 m² Barsden Street stock, giving it a practical advantage for downsizers or small households wanting room to move without leaving town. The built-in robes, balcony, and air conditioning align with what the immediate market expects, and the detached garage adds real utility. Its position within an established low-rise complex, moments from Camden’s shops, cafes, and medical services, makes it a strong fit for local owner-occupiers seeking convenience, while the indicative rental yield near 3.6% points to steady demand from investors targeting entry-level units in a central suburb.
The flood overlay is the main factor that may shape buyer interest and price expectations, as it could affect insurance costs and future renovation flexibility. The property’s older-style finishes, while functional, might not match the polish of newer stock, so presentation could influence how quickly it moves. The 1.09-acre land figure is likely a lot-wide attribution rather than exclusive use, which may limit any land-banking appeal. Buyers should weigh the unit’s larger internal feel against the overlay constraints and consider whether the central location offsets any premium or discount relative to similar compact units in the area.
|| Comparable Sales: 17/14 Barsden Street sold $490,000 (Apr 2024); 4/14-20 Barsden Street sold $515,000 | Property Price Band: $480,000–$580,000 | Value Drivers: larger internal footprint, central Camden position, flood overlay impact on insurance
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 16/14-20 Barsden Street, Camden NSW 2570
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Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
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Planning Risk
Income Risk
Execution Risk
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Market Insight
Camden, in Sydney’s southwest, is a tightly held family market. Demand centres on households seeking four-bedroom houses on 600–800m² blocks, with rentals around $750 weekly. House prices sit between $1,112,500 and $1,200,000, with annual growth of 12.4–18.8%; units average $642,500, returning 4.0% versus 3.16% for houses. Stock turnover is thin — 51–53 house sales a year and only two listings last month against nine rentals — and houses sell in a median 45 days. Infrastructure and catchment schools anchor demand; nearby Camden South’s median rose 82.4% over a decade, underscoring the corridor’s appreciation. The constraint is affordability: at $1.13m–$1.2m, variable repayments run $2,789–$2,820, leaving buyers rate-sensitive. Supply scarcity and limited rental stock suggest a firm floor, but price growth at these levels hinges on income growth and rates staying contained.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 17/14 Barsden Street sold $490,000 (Apr 2024); 4/14-20 Barsden Street sold $515,000 | Property Price Band: $480,000–$580,000 | Value Drivers: larger internal footprint, central Camden position, flood overlay impact on insurance
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
-
Land
1.09 acres
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