47 Skene Street
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Positioned in the heart of one of Geelong's most tightly held and prestigious pockets, 47 Skene Street, Newtown delivers an exceptional opportunity within the highly sought-after College Precinct. Surrounded by tree-lined streets and quality period homes, this address places you within walking distance of some of Geelong's most elite schools, including The Geelong College, Sacred Heart College, and Geelong High School, making it a blue-chip setting for families and investors alike. Lifestyle convenience is at the forefront here, with the vibrant Pakington Street café and shopping strip just moments away. Enjoy weekend brunches, boutique shopping, and an effortless connection to Geelong CBD, the Barwon River, and nearby parklands. From its elevated position, the home also captures a beautiful outlook across Geelong, offering a daily backdrop that enhances both morning and evening living. The home itself has been well updated throughout, blending modern improvements with practical design. Featuring tiled bathrooms, refreshed interiors, and quality finishes, it presents a move-in-ready opportunity with further scope to personalise if desired. The layout is generous and highly functional, with plenty of storage space throughout the home, including the rare addition of a cellar, ideal for wine storage or additional utility use. Spread across two levels, the residence offers multiple living zones and flexible accommodation options, making it well suited to families, professionals, or investors. The floorplan provides excellent separation of space while still maintaining a comfortable flow between living, dining, and outdoor areas. In a location where demand consistently outpaces supply, 47 Skene Street represents a rare chance to secure a foothold in Newtown's premium school zone and lifestyle precinct. Whether for long-term capital growth, investment performance, or a family base in a premier address, this is a property that delivers on every front.
Property Details
- Property Type
- house
- Listing Type
- For Sale
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Parking
- 2
- Land Area
- 307 m²
- Listed
- 2 weeks ago
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Living in Newtown
This 3-bedroom house in Newtown, VIC 3220 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 14% above the $910,000 median of 70 comparable houseswithin 5 km.
Schools near Newtown
- Geelong Grammar School - Bostock House Campuscombined
- Geelong Lutheran College - St John's Newtown Campuscombined
- The Geelong Collegecombined · Prep-12 · CoEd
- The Geelong College Preparatory Schoolcombined
- Chilwell Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
- Fyans Park Primary Schoolprimary · Prep-6 · CoEd
What's nearby
- Roebuck Street (bus) — 96 m away
- Indigo Hair — 213 m away
- Kenwith Reserve — 260 m away
- West Memorial Park — 514 m away
- St Stephen's Green — 674 m away
Newtown at a glance
Full suburb profile- Population
- 10,445
- Median age
- 40
- Household income
- $2,092/wk
- Median rent
- $360/wk
- Median mortgage
- $2,167/mo
Source: ABS Census.
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