3/522 New South Head Road, Double Bay NSW 2028

Garden apartment in small premium block | dual Sherbrooke and New South Head access | no parking | flood overlay flagged The garden residence configuration is the primary competitive advantage here, offering ground-floor privacy and direct outdoor connection that is genuinely scarce in Double Bay’s strata market. The small 21-property complex suggests lower density living and fewer neighbours, which typically appeals to owner-occupiers over investors. Dual access from Sherbrooke Avenue and New South Head Road adds functional convenience but also implies the unit may sit at the rear of the building, likely quieter. This property serves best as a lock-and-leave or downsizer home for someone prioritising low-maintenance garden living in a premium eastern suburbs pocket. The absence of parking is the most material constraint and will narrow the buyer pool, particularly in a car-dependent suburb. The flood overlay flagged in one source warrants verification with council and insurer before proceeding, as it may affect premiums or future renovation scope. Strata levies and capital works fund balance remain unknown and should be confirmed early. For the right buyer, the renovation quality and garden positioning may offset the parking gap, but resale liquidity will depend on how the market values that trade-off.