Some great budget buys in the Tweed
By Jo Kennett
THERE ARE some great budget buys in fantastic locations around the shire at the moment.
Most of them are residential park homes and don’t tell my boss but I got quite excited about some of the retirement living apartments on offer. Is it ever too early to retire? I don’t think so.
But let’s get serious. Obviously the Tweed is no longer full of cheapies like it was only five or ten years ago, but once you come to terms with that and realise that if you want to live in this lovely neck of the woods you are going to be working seven jobs for the rest of your life — okay a slight exaggeration there — why wouldn’t you just go for it.
If you are over 55 you are in luck, because DJ Stringer has a lovely unit with park views at 4/74 Greenway Drive, Banora Point for $325,000 to $345,000
It’s a ground level strata titled villa in a well maintained complex with an undercover outdoor patio, a perfect place for a cuppa as you watch the world go by (okay that’s David’s words, not mine.). You could
also get over to that lovely park and get in among all the outdoor action yourself.
There are a few lovely residential blocks around the $400,000 mark in the Bilambil, Terranora area, some of them close to the river which would make lovely home sites if you’re up for that adventure.
After scouring several pages of real.estate.com we finally found the cheapest normal unit that isn’t retirement living, in a park, under offer, in a commune, or only for holidays, at that old staple for budget units, Kennedy Drive, Tweed Heads West.
It has a two-bedroom unit in a small complex beside the river at 4/198 Kennedy Drive for $500,000 to $530,000. It’s on the second floor with low maintenance and low body corp with river views from the balcony and, being close to all that Cooly and Tweed Heads has to offer, would be a great location to call home.
There’s a few nice two-bedroom units for around the $600K mark but one of the best buys on the market at the moment is 5/40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South.
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• 1 Prince Street, Murwillumbah, 9-9.30am
• 2251 Big River Way, Ulmarra, 9-9.30am
• 1 Tree Street, Murwillumbah, 10-10.30am
• 30 Balemo Drive, Ocean Shores, 10-10.30am
• 22-24 River Street, Brushgrove, 10.30-11am
• 2/2 Gara Court, Ocean Shores, 11-11.30am
• 467 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah, 11-11.30am
• 49 Eviron Road, Condong, 12-12.30pm
• 5 Aldinga Court, Ocean Shores, 1-1.30pm
This immaculate contemporary townhouse is on the market with McGrath Estate Agents Coolangatta/Tweed Heads for $695,000 to $745,000 and is in a prime position across from Terranora Creek with walking trails leading to Tweed Heads
• 2/10 Halyard Court, Ocean Shores, 2-2.30pm
DJ Stringer Property Services
It has a spacious kitchen, openplan layout, two big bedrooms, three bathrooms and a double garage, storage, laundry, and a private rear courtyard, ideal for small pets on approval. Close to local taverns including the Ivory and clubs, cafes, and
• 155 Golden Four Dr, Bilinga, 9– 9.30am QLD Time
• 5/28 Dutton St, Coolangatta, 10– 10.30am QLD Time
• 20 Eliza Fraser Ct, Terranora, 10– 10.30am
• 16/15-17 South St, Coolangatta, 11 – 11.30am QLD Time
• 1066/20-22 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 11 – 11.30am
• 2/98 McLean St, Coolangatta, 11 -11.30am QLD Time
• 5 Pimpala Ct, Tugun, 12 – 12:30pm QLD Time
• 27 Oakland Dr, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm
• 41/1-33 Harrier Dr, Tweed Heads South, 2 – 2.30pm
• 3/4B Chitticks Lane, Fingal, 3 – 3.30pm
Tate Brownlee Real Estate
• 7 Tweed Coast Road, Hastings Point, 9 – 9.30am
• 21 Point Break Circuit, Kingscliff, 10 – 10.30am
the creek; it’s only five minutes to Duranbah and Coolangatta beaches. What’s not to love?
First National Real Estate Murwillumbah has a couple of great buys for sale, including a three-bedroom duplex with a lovely little garden at 1/9 McPherson Court, Murwillumbah for sale for $695,000.
They also have one of Tyalgum’s best homes for sale at 23 Wollumbin Street for $830,000 with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
It has a huge entertainment deck, a spa and rooftop solar, in the heart of the historic village which offers a range of restaurants, cafes, the Tyalgum Hotel and gift shops, as well as hosting the Tyalgum Classical Music Festival, Country Music Festival and live theatre.
The best thing about many of the budget buys is the location. With a bit of research there is every opportunity to find a home close to all the wonderful things the area has to offer — the beaches, restaurants, shops and natural beauty surrounding it all, without having to be a millionaire or murder your granny.
• 38 Terranora Road, Banora Point, 10– 10.30am
• 19 Nandina Terrace. Banora Point, 11 – 11.30am
• 4 4 Lakeview Parade, Tweed Heads South, 11 – 11.30am
• 38 The Hermitage, Tweed Heads South, 12 – 12.30pm
• 3 Flemington Street, Banora Point, 12– 12.30pm
• 10 Seafarer Place, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm
• 78 Glen Ayr Drive, Banora Point, 1 – 1.30pm
• 56 Charles Street, Tweed Heads, 2– 2.30pm
• 3/12 Lord Street, Coolangatta, 3 – 3.30pm
McGrath
• 8 Callistemon Avenue, Casuarina, 10 – 10.30am
• 3 Longboard Circuit, Kingscliff, 11 – 11.30am
• 3/5 Sedalia Place, Banora Point, 11 – 11.30am
• 13/25 Salt Water Crescent, Kingscliff, 12 – 12.30pm
• 5/40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South, 12 – 12.30pm
• 16/13-17 Beach Street, Kingscliff, 12 – 12.30pm
• 7/261-263 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga, 12.15 – 12.45pm
This lovely townhouse at 40 Dry Dock Road, Tweed Heads South is for sale with McGrath. Below: 23 Wollumbin Street, Tyalgum for sale with First National Real Estate Murwillumbah
Fairways on North Arm 42 North Arm Road
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5/28 Dutton Street Coolangatta
COASTAL INSPIRED BEACH HOUSEwith dual living
Experience the pleasures of living by the sea from this fully modernised & transformed (4) bedroom residence that offers a myriad of lifestyle choices and dual living options to cater for the independent family and or home business operation.
9:00-9:30am (QLD)
David Stringer 0418 150 731
16/15-17 South Street Coolangatta
BEACHSIDE LIVING - adjacent to Kirra Beach
Elevated ground level (2) bedroom unit including large terrace & double garage, within short stroll to the beach & Kirra’s cosmopolitan dining precinct.
Interest Over $895K
11:00-11:30am (QLD)
David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au
2/98 McLean Street Coolangatta
COOLANGATTA ENTERTAINERenjoy a social way of life'
Nestled in the quiet back streets of Coolangatta you will enjoy this character filled (3) bedroom residence within 'Tanisha Palms' being a secure, gated community of six freestanding homes within moments to the CBD & beach. For Sale Expressions of Interest
11:00-11:30am (QLD)
Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au
COASTAL LIVING - on Goodwin Park
Experience total convenience and an abundance of lifestyle options from this immaculate, first level, coastal inspired (2) bedroom residence, just one of (8) only and within a moment's notice to the beach & CBD.
Sale Interest Over $995K
10:00-10:30am (QLD)
Stringer 0418 150 731
20 Eliza Fraser Court Terranora
IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME – with dual living'
A fabulous entertainer that is easy to maintain and boasts generous open plan living, enhanced with hinterland scenery and a lower-level that flows seamlessly out onto a large deck to entertain family & friends. For Sale Contact Agent
Saturday 10:00-10:30am (NSW) Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au
1066/20-22 Stuart Street Tweed Heads
BOUTIQUE APARTMENT - Twin Towns precinct'
Arrive home to enjoy this spacious (1) bedroom furnished apartment located on the (6th) level offering an abundance of lifestyle options, right on the cusp of Coolangatta & Tweed Central.
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Buyer Range $650K - $670K
Saturday 11:00-11:30am (NSW) Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au
5 Pimpala Court Tugun
EXPANSIVE FAMILY ENTERTAINERrelax and enjoy'
Elevated at the far end of a quiet cul-de-sac, you will enjoy the privacy and tranquility from this dual level (5) bedroom residence nestled amongst native surrounds & perched on 1211m2 allotment.
For Sale Offers over $1.7M
Open Saturday 12:00-12:30pm (QLD)
Deborah Bingle 0403 727 548 deborah@djstringer.com.au 5 3 3
41/1-33 Harrier Street Tweed Heads South
COASTAL TOWN HOME – Oasis views'
Experience low maintenance convenient living from this modernised (3) bedroom town home, within a well-cared for gated community establishment.
• To assist prospective purchasers during this time a Pest & Building Report is available upon request.
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Buyer Range
$765K - $795K
Open Saturday 2:00-2:30pm (NSW)
David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au
1/305 Golden Four Drive Bilinga
ABSOLUTE OCEANFRONT LIVINGwhen you deserve the very best'
Discover the charm of this superb, elevated twobedroom ground-level oceanfront apartment within Casa Del Rey'.
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Buyer Guide
$1.8M
Open By appointment
David Stringer 0418 150 731
david@djstringer.com.au
27 Oakland Parade Banora
Point
FABULOUS FAMILY ENTERTAINERshare the good times'
Experience the pleasures of family unity from this spacious (4) bedroom low set private residence, filled with options and framed within a 1036m2 elevated allotment.
Buyer Guide $1.350M-$1.4M
Open Saturday 1:00-1:30am (NSW)
David Stringer 0418 150 731 david@djstringer.com.au 4 2 3
3/4B Chitticks Lane Fingal Head
CAPTURE THE SPIRIT OF DREAMTIME BEACH
Nestled within an exclusive seaside enclave, you will enjoy solace from this (3) bedroom coastal inspired town home (just one of 3 only) within 250m to access Fingal Head Beach & the beautiful Dreamtime Beach.
Buyer Guide $1.650M - $1.7M
Open Saturday 3:00-3:30pm (NSW)
David Stringer 0418 150 731
david@djstringer.com.au
35 Navigators Way Tweed Heads
WATERFRONT LIVINGAnchorage Islands precinct'
Immerse yourself into an idyllic lifestyle from this beautiful (3) bedroom low set residence that commands hypnotising views of the inlet and the gentle sway of a small flotilla of boats within the harbour.
Buyer Guide
$2.4M - $2.5M
Open By appointment
David Stringer 0418 150 731
david@djstringer.com.au 3 2 2
