The Weekly Real Estate from Coast to Country, January 12, 2023

Real Estate

FROM COAST TO COUNTRY

Tweed remains hot property in 2023

By Madeleine Murray

THE TWEED Shire is a spectacular area of mountains, rivers, rainforest, and beaches, as well as charming villages and vibrant towns.

Plus, don’t forget it’s close to the Gold Coast Domestic and International Airport.

All these factors mean that real estate is highly valuable.

Prices rose significantly in the last couple of years when people around the country panicked about COVID-19 lockdowns and wanted to escape to the country. Many people discovered they could work from home, so there was a rush to snap up properties in regional Australia and Tweed was firmly in their sights.

Now the market and prices are cooling somewhat which means this could be your chance to find your dream home.

There are more properties for sale, the market is more competitive and there are some bargains to be had.

The Weekly Real Estate spoke

to three local real estate agents to get their insights and any hot property tips for the start of 2023.

“This South Murwillumbah

property is a little waterfront gem,” David Stringer, principal of DJ Stringer Property Services, told The Weekly Real Estate.

The quaint two-bedroom cottage, priced between $695,000-$745,000, is located at 181 Tweed Valley Way.

The 727-square-metre property extends right down to the Tweed River and has its own pontoon.

“If you are looking for a special property to enjoy a smorgasbord

Open Homes

Saturday, January 14

Schmith Estate Agents

1/7 Advocate Place, Banora Point, 9.30-10am

65 Cominan Avenue, Banora Point, 10.30-11am

50 Hillcrest Avenue, Tweed Heads South, 11-11.30am

27 Margaret Street, Tweed Heads, 12-12.30pm

81 Henry Lawson Drive, Terranora, 12-12.30pm

First National Real Estate Murwillumbah

257 Dulguigan Road, Dulguigan 9-9:30am

2/14 Somerville Circuit, Murwillumbah 9- 9:30am

95 Starlight Way, Pumpenbil 9-9:30am

9 Mooball Street, Murwillumbah 9:30-10am

11 Bagoo Avenue, Murwillumbah 9:45-10:15am

12 Riverbend Way, Murwillumbah 10-10:30am

82 River Street, Sth Murwillumbah 10- 10:30am

261 Tunnel Road, Stokers Siding 10-10:30am

289 South Pumpenbil Road, Pumpenbil 10- 10:30am

2 / 21 McPherson Court, Murwillumbah 10:30-11am

141 Glenock Road, Dum Dum 11-11:30am

32 Meadow Place, Uki 11- 11:30am

forested land sloping down to a permanent, spring-fed creek.

“The home features wide wrap-around verandahs with rural views, air conditioning, and ceiling fans to cool down on hot summer days,” licensee in charge Scott Reading told The Weekly Real Estate.

“And on those cool winter

of water activities such as water skiing, wake boarding, paddle boarding and fishing, or simply just want to sit back and enjoy gorgeous surroundings, then this is it,” Mr Stringer said.

For people more interested in the forest, First National Real Estate has a beautiful property on 396 Pinnacle Road, Pumpenbil, at a reduced price of $890,000.

Located amid the spectacular scenery of the Mt Warning Caldera, below the Border Ranges National Park, this large, well-appointed, 3-bedroom home, occupies an elevated position on 1.98 hectares of partially

nights, you can cosy up to the slow combustion heater in the open plan living room that flows to the large kitchen with granite bench tops.”

Justin Schmith, selling principal of family-owned Schmith Estate

12 Golden Links Drive Murwillumbah 11- 11:30am 2043 Kyogle Road, Terragon 11:15 – 11:45am 109 Bonnydoon Road, Uki 11:30- 12pm 279 Smarts Road, Wardrop Valley 12-12:30pm 396 Pinnacle Road, Pumpenbil 12:15- 12:45pm 150 Midginbil Road, Midginbil 12:15- 12:45pm 27-29 Bawden Street, Tumbulgum 12:45 – 1:15pm 434 Hopkins Creek Road, Hopkins Creek 1:30- 2pm 1452 Kyogle Road, Uki 2- 2:30pm 221 - 326 Settlement Road, Numinbah 2:30-3pm

DJ Stringer

7/4 Archer St, Bilinga ‘Interest Over $795,000’ 9-9:30am QLD Time 2/18 Garrick St, Coolangatta ‘Interest Over $650,000’ 10-10:30am QLD Time 1102/14-22 Stuart St, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $780K-$790K’ 10:30-11:00am NSW Time 26/6-8 Thomson St, Tweed Heads ‘Price Guide $895K-$945K’ 11:30-12pm NSW Time 1603/22 Kirkwood Rd, Tweed Heads South ‘Price Guide $1.295M-$1.350M’ 12-12:30pm NSW Time 3/12 Marian St, Tweed Heads West ‘Price Guide $420K-$450K’ 12:30-1pm NSW Time

5/42 Garrick St, Coolangatta ‘Price Guide $795K-$845K’

Dreams to reality

12:30-1pm QLD Time

Agency, recommends an easy care villa in a Banora Point complex, with a great price guide of $700,000.

“This is a perfect opportunity for those downsizing or as an investment, “ Mr Schmith told The Weekly Real Estate.

“This bright, airy and private, single level duplex/villa is on the market for the first time in 24 years.”

The easy to maintain duplex has only one neighbour, beautifully established gardens and a flat walk to local shopping village Club Banora and schools.

It’s located in a quiet, soughtafter street with easy access to the M1, only a short drive to major shopping centres, hospital, airport, university and famous beaches.

The exclusive Birdwood Close complex is set on a 4800 square metre allotment and is home to only 14 residents. The nicely maintained complex offers secure living and a sound investment.

“This property must be sold, don’t miss out,” Mr Schmith said.

Tate Brownlee Real Estate

24/1a Pioneer Parade, Banora Point 9-9:30am

1 Matilda Way, Terranora 9-9:30am

486 Terranora Rd, Terranora 9-9:30am

64 Kimberley Circuit, Banora Point 10-10:30am

10 Uniacke Drive, Banora Point 10-10:30am

84 Laura Street, Banora Point 10:45-11:15am

50 Oyster Point Road, Banora Point 11-11:30am

51 M arana Street, Bilambil Heights 11-11:30am

8/1 Morley Street, Tweed Heads West 11-11:30am 36 Bione Avenue, Banora Point 12-12:30pm

4/ 8 Recreation Street, Tweed Heads 12-12:30pm

1 Tern Court, Tweed Heads West 1-1:30pm

7 Highland Drive, Terranora 1-1:30pm

736 Carool Road, Carool 2-2:30pm

MANA Real Estate

4/2 Nunyar Court, Ocean Shores, 9-9.30am 51 Garden Avenue, Nunderi, 9-9.30am 59 Riverview Street, Murwillumbah, 9.45- 10.15am 34 Chevell Place, Smiths Creek, 10.30-11am

4 Eloura Court, Ocean Shores, 10.30-11am

1/3 Halyard Court, Ocean Shores, 12-12.30pm

Waterfront property in South Murwillumbah withy DJ Stringer

This Pinnacle Road property in Pumpenbil is with First National

7 Advocate Place, Banora Point is with Schmith Estate Agency

Zara Springs

351 Zara Rd, Zara NSW

Set on 139.5 acres (56.44ha) with natural springs, mesmerising views, lakes and pondages, wild foods, a koala corridor and a manuka honey plantation, Zara Springs is a true patch of paradise.

There are two houses and a yurt on the property, offering many lifestyle opportunities. The Lake House is the epitome of romance – a captivating white cottage surrounded by a dreamy English-style garden. While the Top House is a magnificent contrast. Completely off-grid and made from hempcrete, it has an earthy Japanese vibe with wood, steel and abundant glass capturing the jaw-dropping vista of the Springbrook Mountain range.