SoldNov 7, 2025

1 University Drive, Waratah West, NSW, 2298

$840,000

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701 m²

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17 days on the market

Sold: Nov 7, 2025

What's around 1 University Drive

The Uni-Side Starter

Right across from the University of Newcastle and backing directly onto council reserve, this one's got all the right bones, and a block to back it up. 701 square metres of potential, one direct neighbour, and endless ways to update, extend, or build fresh. Whether you're itching to renovate, hunting for a long-term hold, or dreaming of your first place, this property is all opportunity, none of the fluff. With leafy privacy, solid bones, and a liveable layout as-is, it's a rare chance to get into a high-demand pocket and take it in your own direction. What You'll Love: -- Expansive 701m2 block with potential to renovate, extend, or rebuild (STCA) -- Only one direct neighbour, with reserve wrapping two sides of the property -- Open-plan living and dining area with split system air-conditioning -- Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and the living room -- Spacious bathroom with separate bath and shower -- Covered rear patio looking out over the backyard -- Separate laundry with yard access -- Off-street parking plus side access to backyard -- Dream location for Uni students, tenants, or long-term holds Your New Neighbourhood -- Waratah West Public School - 11min walk (750m) -- Callaghan College Waratah Campus – 5min drive (2.3km) -- Callagham College Jesmond Senior Campus – 3min drive (2.2km) -- University of Newcastle – 2min walk (150m) -- Calvary Mater Hospital – 15min walk (1.1km) -- Thomas Percy Oval/Playground – 12min walk (950m) -- Waratah Village – 6min drive (2.9m) -- Stockland Jesmond – 6min drive (3.5km) -- Newcastle Beaches – 20min drive (10.9km) -- Newcastle CBD – 18min drive (9.9km) -- Approx. weekly rental return: in the vicinity of $680-$700 (with cosmetic improvements) -- Approx. council rates per quarter: $610 -- Approx. water rates per third: $400 (not incl. usage) For more information, please contact Dave Lane or Katrina Mortensen on 4967 6770. Disclaimer: All information contained herein has been gathered from sources we consider reliable. We do not accept any responsibility to any person for its accuracy and do no more than pass it on. All interested parties should make and rely upon their own inquiries in order to determine whether or not this information is in fact accurate.

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