353 Merrylands Road, Merrylands NSW 2160

5 bed family house | 923sqm block | Merrylands 8.6% growth | auction 30 May This property offers a rare configuration: a five-bedroom single-level home on a 923-square-metre block in a suburb where land of this size is increasingly scarce. The holding period since 1987 means the vendor has no cost base pressure, and the 8.6% annual suburb growth supports strong buyer demand. For a family seeking immediate space without strata constraints, the combination of five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a study on one level is competitively positioned against newer two-storey builds. The 5.0 energy score and reliable NBN add practical appeal for owner-occupiers prioritising long-term liveability over renovation risk. The primary risk is the main road location on Merrylands Road, which may limit future resale premium compared to quieter streets and could affect buyer pool depth at auction. The 3.8% rental yield and comparable $1.31m sale at 549 Merrylands Road suggest a price ceiling around that level for similar properties. Opportunity lies in the 923sqm land holding,subdivision potential is not confirmed but worth investigating with Cumberland Council, given no overlay restrictions. Buyers should inspect for road noise impact and structural condition before bidding. This property suits a family who will occupy for at least seven years, using the land bank as long-term value growth rather than a renovation flip.