22 Lawrence Street, Blackheath NSW 2785

Architect-designed cathedral ceilings | 696sqm with private gardens | Loft retreat accessed via third bedroom | Tightly held Blackheath street The property’s strongest buying case lies in the architect’s hand,the award-winning steel cathedral ceilings and skylights create a spatial quality rarely found in Blackheath, and the 2010 and 2016 extensions have added practical square footage without compromising the original design integrity. For a buyer seeking a permanent residence or a high-end weekender, the combination of a master ensuite with a new Hobbs shower, a separate family room, and a loft retreat offers genuine separation of zones, which is uncommon in houses of this size. The 696sqm block with established gardens and outdoor entertaining areas positions the house as a private sanctuary, while the 1.5km walk to the village means it avoids the noise of the main road but retains convenience. The three-car carport with lockable storage is a functional edge for those with vehicles or outdoor gear, and the street’s 70% owner-occupier profile suggests stable neighbourhood character. The principal risk is the price gap between the listing range and the Domain and property.com.au estimates, which sit around $900k to $950k,this is a significant premium that reflects the extensions and design quality, but it also means the buyer is paying for the architect’s vision rather than the land alone. The 1998 last sale date offers no recent price anchor, so the buyer must rely on comparable sales in Blackheath, which were limited in the data. The loft retreat accessed via the third bedroom may not suit families with young children or those needing a ground-floor bedroom, and the 2000 build year with two extensions means the buyer should verify the quality of the additions and any council approvals. The opportunity here is to negotiate based on the estimate gap, using the building and pest reports as leverage,if the structure is sound, the property holds long-term value as a lifestyle holding, best used as a primary residence or a premium holiday rental given its privacy and village proximity.