49-51 Shepherd Street

An extraordinary offering with dual street access that's currently configured as commercial on the ground floor and residential upstairs, this property will appeal to a range of buyers. Originally built c1899, it's freestanding, generous and retains an abundance of period charm. The residential home exudes a New York loft-style ambience with soaring high ceilings, exposed brick and designer interiors while the commercial part is currently set up as a casting studio with multiple sound-proof offices, but would also be ideal as an art gallery. The option exists to convert the commercial space into a second self-contained residence. Set in a peaceful tree-lined street alongside beautiful historic homes, it's immersed in Chippendale's creative culture, café society and foodie scene. It's central to Victoria Park, Broadway Shopping Centre and Spice Alley, as well as Sydney University and UTS. It's also in central walking proximity to the trendy food and shopping precincts of Glebe and Newtown. * Soaring high ceilings with exposed brick and exposed beams * Vast living/dining room with timber floors and huge TV screen * Marble wet bar with two Vintec wine fridges, Sonos speakers * Enclosed balcony or sunroom that invites the outdoors in * Open plan kitchen/family room with polished concrete floors * Stainless steel bench tops, European appliances, gas cooking * Relaxed loft living space overlooking the vast living/dining room * Oversized main bedroom with walk-in robe and deluxe ensuite * Stylish fully tiled bathroom with luxurious under-floor heating * Air conditioning throughout, solar power for low electricity bill * Two offices or third and fourth bedrooms upstairs plus storeroom * Downstairs: three offices, large common room plus kitchenette * Two powder rooms, double garage, internal access, top security * 228sqm parcel of land, dual street access via Shepherd Lane * Stroll to cafes, restaurants, nightspots, parks and supermarkets * Just 1km to Central station, Redfern station and Carriageworks