8/52-54 Birmingham Street, Merrylands NSW 2160

2-bed unit in Merrylands | 84sqm internal | strong rental yield | freshly renovated interior The property offers a rare combination of size and condition at an entry-level price point. At 84 square metres, the internal floor area is substantially larger than typical two-bedroom units in the area, and the new floorboards and fresh paint remove immediate renovation costs. The open-plan layout and reverse-cycle air conditioning make it immediately liveable, while the built-in wardrobes add practical storage. This unit serves best a first-home buyer seeking a turnkey home or an investor targeting a gross rental yield near six percent, which is above the Merrylands median. The quick market interest and previous rapid sale suggest the configuration and presentation have genuine appeal. The primary risk is the building’s tenant-heavy composition, with 65 percent renters and only 35 percent owner-occupiers, which can affect lending appetite and long-term capital growth. The zero percent auction clearance rate in Merrylands indicates a buyer’s market where negotiation is possible. However, the property is priced below the suburb median, and the strong rental demand evidenced by the recent deposit-taken listing provides a clear income floor. The central location near shops and transport supports both rental and resale appeal. This unit should be held as a long-term investment or a cost-effective owner-occupied entry point, with the 84-square-metre floor plan giving it an edge over smaller competitors in resale.