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29 Nicholson St

Balmain East NSW 2041

3
2
161 m²
House
Last sold for $3,550,000
Matthew HaysonMatthew Hayson, last sold this property on 23 September 2026 after 8 days on market.

Overview

Regency elegance and rooftop harbour views

Harbour magic, Regency elegance and light-filled modern living converge in this grand c1890 terrace in a prized Balmain East peninsula pocket. Behind its impressive 6m frontage, the three-storey home combines beautiful period character with exceptional flexibility, offering multiple private spaces for adults and teenagers. Kauri floorboards, 3.2m ceilings and original fireplaces bring warmth and authenticity, while fluid living and dining rooms open through double doors to a leafy wraparound courtyard that comes alive on balmy evenings. The sunlit Carrara marble kitchen offers extensive storage and workspace, with three spacious bedrooms and a study spread across the upper levels. Water views unfold from two floors, culminating in an expansive outlook from the upper balcony across North Sydney, Chatswood and Crown Sydney. By night, the skyline lights up with glimpses of the Harbour Bridge and Darling Harbour fireworks. Peaceful yet connected with plentiful on-street parking for residents, this harbourside enclave is just 450m to Balmain East Wharf, with Nicholson Street Public School, harbour parkland and a wonderful community all close by. - Quiet spot with no through-traffic, 6m wide flagstone entry - Elegant corbelled arch hallway and restored Kauri floorboards - 3 large bedrooms with built-ins/joinery plus a sunny study - Oversized top floor primary with a skylit ensuite and walk-in robe - French doors to a superb rooftop deck overlooking Sydney Harbour - Huge 2nd bed with a fireplace, double French doors to a balcony - Fluid living and dining rooms anchored by classic period fireplaces - Entertainer's Carrara marble kitchen bathed in northerly sunshine - Wide breakfast/casual dining bar, Smeg and Bosch appliances - Bi-folds to a sunny NE-facing courtyard, rear pedestrian access - Bright Carrara marble family bathroom with a bath and shower - Downstairs powder room, separate internal laundry, linen press - Reverse cycle air, gas heating bayonet, solar-powered hot water - 300m to the Balmain East Hotel, 400m to scenic Illoura Reserve

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
161 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Balmain East over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 29 Nicholson St is $3.42m.

Median value
$3.42m
Estimated value range
$2.69m - $5.55m
Median days on market
29
Estimated value trend
21%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Balmain East. 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 29 Nicholson St

2026
Sold
$3,550,000
23 Sep 2026 by Matthew Hayson, of CobdenHayson Balmain
2020
Sold
Undisclosed
Private Sale/Treaty on 02 Aug 2020 by Lynsey Kemp, of Belle Property Balmain
2014
Sold
Undisclosed
Sold Before Auction on 13 Jun 2014 by Monique Dower, of Belle Property Balmain

Happy sellers in Balmain East

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Less than 50% of sellers in Balmain East reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Balmain East stands out as a desirable suburb for sellers, consistently delivering great customer service and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 11 reviews in Balmain East over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Balmain East

In the last 12 months, 7 three-bedroom houses similar to 29 Nicholson St, have been sold.

This represents a 23% increase in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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Andrew Liddell

Sellers who recommend Andrew Liddell have praised them for being clear communication, local expert, honest, supportive, hard-working, trustworthy and responsive

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