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243 Katoomba St

Katoomba NSW 2780

4
2
627 m²
House
Last sold for $1,062,500
Kim MartinKim Martin, last sold this property on 05 November 2025 after 19 days on market.

Overview

C1914 BIJOU - A Little Jewel in Katoomba

'Bijou', meaning little jewel in French, truly lives up to its name. Built circa 1914, this delightful weatherboard home began life as a miner's cottage and today shines as a versatile and character-filled residence offering warmth, charm, and solid investment potential. There is an approved DA for a granny flat to separate the front cottage to the rear cottage. Ultimately, you would have (two) 2 bedrooms, plus study or 3rd bedroom in the front, 2 bedrooms at the rear, 2 bathrooms, 1 fully equipped kitchen, 1 kitchenette and 2 living areas. Tucked behind a mature hedge ensuring privacy, the property reveals light-filled, freshly painted interiors complemented by new light fittings and timeless period appeal. Currently configured as one 4-5 bedroom cottage however this unique setup offers flexibility for extended family living, dual income, or an enviable home plus income opportunity (once the requirements set by the approved DA are done)! The Cottage * 4 bedrooms plus study * 2 bathrooms * 2 living areas * Full kitchen and renovated bathrooms * Room for kitchenette (no stove) Outdoors, enjoy front and rear verandas perfect for relaxed mountain living, a paved BBQ area framed by a graceful ornamental pear tree, and established gardens on a 627sqm block. Additionally, there is a 19sqm workshed, off-street parking, and rear lane access via a quiet service road bordered by National Park complete the picture. Set within walking distance to Katoomba's vibrant town centre, transport links, and popular tourist attractions, Bijou represents an outstanding opportunity - whether you're looking for a beautiful home, a smart investment, or both. Features: * Approx. 5.6% return on investment * Weekly rental income: $765 * Fantastic location - just a 10-minute stroll to town * Opportunity for dual-living configuration and passive income

Features

4 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
627 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom houses sold in Katoomba over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 243 Katoomba St is $1.1m.

Median value
$1.1m
Estimated value range
$785k - $2.15m
Median days on market
51
Estimated value trend
12%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Katoomba. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 243 Katoomba St

2025
Sold
$1,062,500
05 Nov 2025 by Kim Martin, of Belle Property Blue Mountains
2022
Rented
Undisclosed
Leased on 22 Dec 2022 by Belle Property Blue Mountains
2020
Sold
Undisclosed
Private Sale/Treaty on 13 Feb 2020 by Kim Martin, of Belle Property Blue Mountains

Happy sellers in Katoomba

94%
94% of sellers in Katoomba reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Katoomba stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom houses in Katoomba

In the last 12 months, 28 four-bedroom houses similar to 243 Katoomba St, have been sold.

This represents a 21% increase in four-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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