Five of the best homes in Sydney for downsizers

Low maintenance, a convenient location near amenities, and an accessible layout make for ideal downsizing properties.

Whether you are retiring, an empty nester, or simply looking for something more manageable, here are five of the best Sydney homes for downsizers on sale right now.

10/63 Fletcher Street, Tamarama NSW

Located in the architecturally designed boutique building “Kalypso”, this apartment offers panoramic Pacific Ocean views from its north-east aspect and expansive windows.

Only a short walk to Tamarama Beach and the coastal walk to Bondi and Bronte, the three-bedroom residence is close to Bondi Road’s cafes and eateries.

Inside, high-end materials and appliances are used throughout, including engineered oak, Bianca Lana marble, copper detailing, custom joinery and storage, a copper-framed wine cabinet, Wolf gas appliances, and an integrated Sub-Zero fridge and freezer in the kitchen.

PH07/1 Balfour Street, Lindfield NSW

If luxury living is on your downsizing agenda, this penthouse apartment might be for you.

Designed by Rothelowman architects, the apartment also features an approximately 86 square-metre private terrace with a full outdoor kitchen, including an Artusi BBQ, a Liebherr bar fridge, an ice machine, a dishwasher and a built-in spa.

Inside, the quality craftsmanship and design use premium materials, including a marble kitchen with Miele gas appliances, a stone-finished bar with a Sub-Zero 102-bottle wine fridge, and limestone flooring throughout the living areas, complemented by plush wool carpets.

Other features include integrated smart-home automation to control lighting, curtains and blinds.

502/11 Greenknowe Avenue, Elizabeth Bay NSW

This three-bedroom sub-penthouse is located in the acclaimed Munro House in Elizabeth Bay.

The apartment has large windows that flood the open-plan living and dining area and the designer kitchen with natural light. The kitchen features a concealed butler’s pantry and high-end appliances, premium fixtures and finishes.

The area opens onto a balcony, and outdoor living is also accessible via Munro House’s rooftop entertaining area and landscaped gardens.

Other features include secure parking and a location close to public transport, the harbour foreshore, and parks.

251/50 McLachlan Avenue, Darlinghurst NSW

This top-floor Darlinghurst apartment features a contemporary design with an open-plan living area that opens to a large balcony.

The low-maintenance apartment features a kitchen set up for entertaining, with stone benchtops, quality appliances and ample storage, plus three spacious bedrooms, all with built-in robes.

The apartment’s city-fringe location is a major drawcard, along with three spacious bedrooms, air-conditioning and secure double-parking.

15/14 Coonanbarra Road, Wahroonga, NSW

Set over two levels at the rear of “The Alexander”, this penthouse apartment is centrally located, close to Wahroonga station, public and private schools, shopping and cafes.

Downstairs, there is European oak flooring in a herringbone pattern, and upstairs there is pure New Zealand wool carpeting.

The apartment includes a stone kitchen with premium Miele appliances, marble bathrooms with underfloor heating and heated towel rails, and an open-plan lounge and dining area that flows to an undercover terrace for indoor-outdoor living.

Other features include full-height windows with Somfy remote-controlled blinds, a Real Flame gas fireplace, plantation shutters, a double garage and a luxurious en suite in the master bedroom.

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Shona Hendley is a contributor living in Victoria.AdvertisementAdvertisement