'Most affordable, entry-level property': West Wollongong apartment for sale

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Published 18 February 2025

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There is a high degree of turnover in the West Wollongong complex. Picture: Supplied

A studio apartment in West Wollongong, described as a "most affordable, entry-level property" is for sale.

The one-bedroom listing is located at 6/1-5 Mount Keira Road, West Wollongong.

"This neat and tidy studio apartment features a combined open bedroom, living and kitchenette, separate bathroom and one parking space," the marketing states.

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There has reportedly been strong buyer interest in the studio apartment. Picture: Supplied

"[It's] a simple investment opportunity to potentially gain a strong rental yield. Currently leased at $280 per week. Would suit a first home buyer, downsizer, or investor."

According to CoreLogic, the listing last sold in September 2023 for $190,000.

Selling agent, Lou Niceski from Elders Real Estate Wollongong said the apartment was now for sale with a guide of $190,000 to $210,000.

Mr Niceski said the apartment block represented entry-level investing (in this instance with a reported six per cent return) or owner-occupying.

"It's one of the cheapest products you can find in the Illawarra," he said.

"It's the most affordable, entry-level property transaction or acquisition anyone can make in the Illawarra."

The apartment has a guide of $190,000 to $210,000. Picture: Supplied

Mr Niceski said there had been strong early interest from investors.

He said the apartment was being re-sold after a short period of ownership, as the investor owners wished to move on to other projects.

The complex offers a significantly cheaper price-point than other apartments in the area.

According to CoreLogic, the median unit value in West Wollongong is $647,970, and $755,707 in Wollongong.

Mr Niceski said there was often a high degree of turnover within the complex.

The most recent sale there was 1/1-5 Mount Keira Road for $180,000 in December 2024.

Also, 7/1-5 Mount Keira Road sold for $175,000 in August 2024.

Last year, an out-of-area investor snapped up another of the studio apartments for less than $150,000.

The one-bedroom apartment, located at 36/1-5 Mount Keira Road sold for $149,000.

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