35 George Street, Redfern NSW 2016

Freestanding house on 173sqm | Heritage overlay no flood or fire risk | 3 bed 1 bath with balcony | 73% auction clearance on street This is a rare freestanding house in Redfern on a compact 173sqm lot, with a heritage overlay that protects the streetscape but does not restrict the buyer from living in a genuinely inner-city pocket. The 47% site coverage and 82sqm building footprint leave modest but usable outdoor space, and the main bedroom’s balcony facing the leafy street gives it a surprising sense of openness. The property suits a buyer who values walkability, school catchments, and a strong owner-occupier street profile,60% owner-occupied with 73% auction clearance signals a stable, competitive market for houses. The nearby childcare and 0.3km proximity to Inner Sydney High School add practical family appeal. The heritage overlay may limit future extensions or significant alterations, meaning the buyer should view this as a home to hold and enjoy rather than a development play. The single bathroom and one toilet on a 3-bedroom house is a functional constraint for families or sharers, and the 1994 last sale price is unknown, so the buyer has no historical cost anchor. The $2.39–$2.88m range from two sources suggests a fair market but no discount. The opportunity lies in buying a house in a suburb where apartments dominate,this is a positional asset. Hold it as a long-term family home or rent it out to professionals who will pay a premium for a freestanding house in Redfern.