6 Ocean Beach Drive, Shellharbour NSW 2529

Freshly renovated split-level | 5 beds 3 baths near beach & reserve | 10kW solar & smart systems | Bushfire overlay noted. This property presents a competitively strong offering for a family seeking space and lifestyle, combining a substantial 288m² split-level home on a 587m² block with a rare configuration of five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Its recent comprehensive renovation, including new flooring and paint, modern kitchen, and app-controlled ducted air conditioning, positions it as a move-in ready proposition in a tightly held location. The proximity to Shellharbour North Beach, Blackbutt Forest Reserve, and well-regarded schools creates a family-oriented appeal that is difficult to replicate, while the 10kW solar system and smart home features offer tangible operational savings. The lower-level rumpus or guest suite adds functional flexibility for extended family or a home business, making it serve a specific buyer seeking both separation and connection. The decision hinges on acknowledging the bushfire overlay, which necessitates specific insurance assessments and may impose future compliance costs, a direct risk mechanism that impacts holding costs. The 2021 sale at $1,050,000 and the current estimated value near $1.46 million reflect strong capital growth, supported by recent comparable sales in the area. This sales history demonstrates sustained demand, suggesting the property is a solid long-term hold in a growth corridor. Given its size, condition, and location, the logical use is as a primary residence to fully capitalise on its amenities and lifestyle benefits, with the renovation mitigating immediate capital expenditure. The judgment call is favourable for a buyer whose profile matches the property’s family-centric design and who is prepared to manage the bushfire overlay requirements. Recent comparable sales nearby provide a credible benchmark: – 26 Lakewood Boulevard, Flinders (0.6km) – 5 Brigantine Drive, Shell Cove – 32 Towns Street, Shellharbour – 29A Towns Street, Shellharbour – 12 Lateen Close, Shell Cove – 10 Lavender Grove, Shellharbour – 37 Cygnet Avenue, Shellharbour City Centre – 3 The Circuit, Shellharbour – 17 Evergreen Drive, Shellharbour These comparables, particularly the homes in Shell Cove and central Shellharbour, support the valuation inference for this larger, beach-proximate house, confirming the premium for its bedroom count, land size, and superior location near the reserve and coast.