52 Carrington Road, Waverley NSW 2024

Rebuilt Federation semi | 2019 full reconstruction | deep street setback | prime Waverley pocket opposite school The property’s competitive edge lies in its rare combination of a full 2019 rebuild with retained heritage character, which removes the typical compromise between period charm and modern performance. The 3.4-metre ceilings, three-zone ducted air conditioning, and blackbutt floorboards are not cosmetic upgrades but structural decisions that reduce future maintenance and improve liveability for a family. Positioned opposite St Charles’ Primary and within catchment for Waverley Public and Rose Bay Secondary, the house serves buyers prioritising school access and walkability to Bronte Road amenities. The deep setback and private landscaped courtyard with pergola-covered dining terrace create a level of seclusion uncommon on a 350-square-metre block in this pocket. The principal risk is the absence of a recorded heritage overlay, which may be contested given the Federation style and the 2019 rebuild’s planning amendment for roof framing and fire separation – a buyer should verify the final council sign-off and any outstanding conditions. The single garage and lack of off-street parking for a second car could limit appeal to families with multiple vehicles, though the location near public transport and beaches partly offsets this. Rental yield at an estimated $2,000 per week is low relative to the asking price, but the property’s condition and location support long-term capital growth rather than income. Hold as a primary residence for school catchment and lifestyle, or as a prestige holding in a tightly held eastern suburbs market.