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48 Vacy Street

Newtown QLD 4350

3
1
1
0 m²
766 m²
House
Last sold for $680,000
Matt HawkinsMatt Hawkins, last sold this property on 11 February 2026 after 85 days on market.

Overview

Classic Timber Cottage With Huge Potential!

Welcome to 48 Vacy Street - a classic timber cottage with undeniable charm, and solid bones that make renovation dreams feel entirely achievable. Set on a 766m² block just moments from the Toowoomba CBD, this home presents a rare combination of character, convenience, and possibility. Whether you're looking for a move-in-ready home you can gradually update over time, or a project with huge potential from day one, this property offers the perfect foundation. Inside, the home's traditional features immediately shine through. VJ walls, soaring 3-metre high ceilings and beautiful timber floors lying beneath the current coverings speak to its heritage. The home offers: - Three bedrooms, the master bedroom is generously sized. The master also has access to the front bedroom, ideal for an office or nursery. - One updated bathroom with shower over bath - Single bay shed - Reverse cycle A/C in main living space - Side access * Zoned Low-medium density * Rates: $1,475.25 per half year * School Zones: Newtown State School & Harristown State High School * Rental appraisal: $500 - $525 per week The front lounge is a comfortable, welcoming space with near new carpet, reverse-cycle air conditioning and lovely natural light filtering through. The spacious kitchen offers generous bench space and storage, complete with an electric freestanding cooktop and oven - entirely functional as is, yet offering plenty of scope for a contemporary update when the time comes. At the front of the home, large windows continue to capture light, enhancing the airy feel that runs throughout. The sunroom is a flexible bonus space, ideal as a third bedroom thanks to its size and accessibility. The bathroom has been updated since its original build and boasts a shower over bath combination. Outdoors, the depth of the block becomes truly apparent. The backyard is dotted with established trees, creating privacy and a leafy outlook, with more than enough room for gardens, extensions or simply space for kids and pets to roam. An older shed provides useful storage or workshop potential, while the long, level yard invites endless future possibilities. 48 Vacy Street is a home that feels comfortable today yet holds so much promise for tomorrow. In an enviable location this close to the CBD, opportunities like this are few and far between. Whether you're a first-home buyer, renovator or someone who appreciates character and potential, this cottage is ready for its next chapter. For more information, please contact Matt Hawkins on 0423 120 232 or matt.hawkins@ngurealestate.com.au

Features

3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
1 carspace
1 garage space
0 m² floor area
766 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Newtown over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 48 Vacy Street is $704k.

Median value
$704k
Estimated value range
$499k - $960k
Median days on market
24
Estimated value trend
21%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Newtown. 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 48 Vacy Street

2026
Sold
$680,000
11 Feb 2026 by Matt Hawkins, of NGU Real Estate Toowoomba

Happy sellers in Newtown

98%
98% of sellers in Newtown reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 34 reviews in Newtown over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Newtown

In the last 12 months, 140 three-bedroom houses similar to 48 Vacy Street, have been sold.

This represents a 3% increase in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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