Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 is a predominantly apartment-focused street where 19 homes sit level with the street. The area features significant heritage presence with 25 heritage-listed properties, while 5 homes fall under flood overlay and 20 are recommended for a flood check. With 85% of the residential stock comprising apartments, notable developments include 19 Forbes St with 109 lots and 176 Cathedral St with 137 lots. As there are insufficient recent house sales to calculate a reliable comparison against the suburb, buyers should compare recent sales of individual homes on the street against nearby comparable properties.
The mix of houses and apartments (units) that make up the Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 property market.
"Houses" in this report includes detached houses, duplexes, and terraces.
How house lots on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 sit relative to street level — topography that affects drainage, flood risk, privacy, and build cost. Statistics are calculated from properties with available data.
See which key planning overlays and environmental risks affect this street before you buy.
Actual house sales on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 over the past 5 years, plotted against the Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 median house price trend over the same period.
Actual apartment (unit) sales on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 over the past 5 years, plotted against the Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 median apartment price trend over the same period.
The largest apartment projects on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011, ranked by number of lots.
24 popular apartments on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011
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Common questions about living on and buying property on Forbes St, Woolloomooloo NSW 2011 — lifestyle, transport, and the local housing market.
Note: Data is sourced from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) 2021 Census data and knest.ai internal statistical data.
Is Forbes St an expensive or affordable street relative to Woolloomooloo?
There are insufficient recent house sales on Forbes St to calculate a reliable premium or discount against the Woolloomooloo average. Buyers should compare recent sales of individual homes on the street against nearby comparable properties to gauge current market positioning.
What are the risk and overlay factors on Forbes St?
There are 25 heritage-listed properties on Forbes St, meaning renovations or exterior changes may require additional council approval. Five properties fall within a flood overlay, 20 are recommended for a flood check, and 0 fall under other flood classifications. There are 0 bushfire or high-voltage powerline overlays. A flood check recommendation is worth reviewing council mapping and insurance costs before purchasing.
Are properties on Forbes St mostly on high, level or low ground?
19 homes sit level with the street. There are 0 properties that sit above the street and 0 that sit below the street. Different site heights can influence site characteristics, so buyers should assess the specific property rather than relying on the street average.
What type of road is Forbes St?
Forbes St is a local road. Local roads generally serve nearby residents and connect local streets with larger roads. Speed limit and traffic data for the dominant section of the street are not available.
Is Forbes St mostly houses or apartments?
Forbes St has 312 residential properties. Apartments make up 85.3% of the residential stock, while houses make up 8%. The street is predominantly apartments.
What are the major apartment developments on Forbes St?
Major apartment developments on Forbes St include 19 Forbes St with 109 lots across 3 levels, built in 1995, and 150 Forbes St with 62 lots across 4 levels, built in 1983. These developments contribute to the street's higher-density residential character.
How many properties have sold on Forbes St?
10 apartments sold in the past 12 months, while 0 houses sold. The 5-year turnover rate is 14.3% for apartments and 0% for houses. Turnover measures the proportion of properties that changed ownership during the past five years.
Is Forbes St a good street to buy property on?
Forbes St is a local road with 312 residential properties, predominantly apartments. Buyers looking for detached houses will find limited options, as houses make up only 8% of the stock. Apartment buyers may appreciate the presence of major developments. Buyers should consider the 25 heritage-listed properties, which may limit renovation flexibility, and the flood overlay affecting five properties.
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