Essex St, Killara NSW 2071

House prices on Essex St sit 24.32% below the Killara suburb house median, reflecting a 0.7568 ratio to the suburb average. This indicates the street is generally more affordable for buyers seeking detached homes in the area. Apartment pricing is not covered by this metric, so buyers should compare recent apartment sales against nearby comparable properties to gauge current market positioning.

There are no bushfire, heritage, or flood overlay classifications on the street, and no high-voltage powerlines are recorded. However, 24 properties are recommended for a flood check, meaning further assessment is advised. Additionally, 12 properties fall under other flood classifications, indicating no flood risk identified or not mapped. Buyers should review council mapping and insurance costs before purchasing.

6 homes sit above the street; 19 homes sit level with the street; 11 homes sit below the street. The street features a mixed profile of site heights relative to the road. Different site heights can influence individual characteristics, but buyers should assess the specific property rather than relying on the street average to understand drainage, views, or privacy.

Essex St is a local road serving nearby residents. The street does not carry through traffic, which generally means it is quieter and safer for pedestrians. Specific speed limits and traffic volumes are not available for this section, but the local road classification suggests a residential environment focused on access rather than transit.

The street has 45 residential properties, with 80% being houses and 20% being apartments. This indicates the street is predominantly houses, offering a strong presence of detached homes, duplexes, and terraces. The apartment stock is limited, making the street a better fit for buyers seeking traditional housing rather than high-density living.

The only recorded apartment development is at 2 Essex St, Killara NSW 2071. This 3-level building contains 8 lots and was built in 1968. These developments contribute to the street's apartment presence, but the overall housing stock is overwhelmingly dominated by houses rather than larger apartment complexes.

1 house sold in the past 12 months, while 0 apartments sold in the same period. The 5-year turnover rate for houses is 16.7%, meaning 16.7% of the house stock changed ownership during the past five years. The 5-year turnover rate for apartments is 11.1%, indicating 11.1% of the apartment stock changed ownership during the past five years.

Essex St suits buyers looking for detached houses at a lower price point than the Killara median. It is a local road with a mixed elevation profile and limited apartment stock. The street has low recent sales activity and specific flood check recommendations for some homes. Buyers should weigh the affordability against the need for flood assessments and the quiet, residential nature of the local road.