3/91 Darby Street, Cooks Hill, NSW 2300

Set in a boutique block of just four, this Cooks Hill apartment hits the sweet spot for low maintenance living with big lifestyle rewards. Close to the action yet surprisingly quiet, it's one of only two residential homes sitting above ground-floor commercial spaces, no noisy neighbours upstairs and minimal strata fuss.

Step inside and you'll be surprised by the generous proportions, especially for a two-bedder in this prime postcode. Open plan living, featuring a gas-equipped kitchen, flows through bi-fold doors to a sun-kissed balcony, elevated just enough to catch leafy street views and a splash of local street art below. The second bedroom offers great flexibility as a guest room, home office, or ideal setup for a flatmate. There's even a private rear stair entry, adding a handy second access point.

You're just steps from Darby Street's cafés and shopping, and within easy walking distance to Harris Farm, the beach, Civic Park, soon to re-open Art Gallery, and public transport. On-street parking spots are surprisingly plentiful for both you and your guests.

Whether you're a first home buyer, savvy investor, or downsizer chasing a "lock-up and leave" lifestyle, this one's got the location, the light, and the laidback charm to match. Properties like this rarely stay vacant, because living here just works.

- First floor residence in secure stairwell of only one other apartment
- Secondary access via rear stairwell
- Brand new ducted air-conditioning keeps things comfortable, split system to bed 2
- Light-filled open plan living with timber floors and A/V cabinetry opens to balcony
- Island kitchen with 900mm gas cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher
- Two carpeted bedrooms with built-in robes
- Three-way bathroom, Euro laundry
- Honeysuckle – 1500m, Bar Beach – 1600m, Newcastle Ocean Baths – 2km