238 Marsden Road, Carlingford NSW 2118

| DA-approved duplex | Parramatta views | 1960s shell | no flood risk | ready to build The property’s primary risk is its age and condition; a 1960s house at 18% site coverage means the existing structure is a liability unless you proceed with the approved duplex development. The DA-approved design offers a clear path to value creation, but the buyer must factor in construction costs and holding period to realise that uplift. This is a land play with a building permit attached, not a home to hold long-term in its current form. This property is competitively rare because of its dual development approval and immediate construction readiness, eliminating the typical DA wait time of 12 to 18 months. For a buyer with building plans and capital ready, this removes a major uncertainty and allows for a faster return. It serves best a investor or owner-occupier builder who wants to maximise site density in an established suburb with strong schools and transport links. The next step is to verify the authority payment amounts and confirm the construction certificate is truly complete, then move to arrange finance for the build alongside your purchase offer.