The top 10 house sales in Adelaide’s southern suburbs for 2020 revealed
From luxurious beachside mansions to massive hills retreats, we’ve uncovered the most expensive homes sold in Adelaide’s south this year.
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Beachside mansions have been trumped for hills escapes for the title of the biggest house sales for 2020 in Adelaide’s south.
Properties with acreage and room for livestock featured heavily in the top 10.
Grant Giordano from Sotheby’s International Realty – and the man behind the second largest sale of the year – said large lifestyle properties were increasingly popular.
“With the pandemic and the fact that people are starting to work remotely and can work remotely in such an interconnected world while also having that lifestyle,” Mr Giordano said.
“These areas have been geographically isolated before but we’ve overcome that isolation with the technology available to us.
“These properties can also be commercially viable … and income producing whether its accommodation, agriculture or other commercial interests.
“So of course there is increased demand because these houses are actually working for you.”
But local real estate agent Paul Goodwin of Harcourts Packham said beachside suburbs always have and always will be popular with buyers.
“Most people want to be west of Brighton Road and on that beachside strip,” Mr Goodwin said.
“Especially people from Sydney and overseas, they love the beachside and with Marino having the views as well it’s very popular with interstate and international buyers.”
Here are the top 10 most expensive sales in the south between January 1 and December 15 this year.
1205 RANGE ROAD, MCLAREN FLAT
Price: $3.21 million
Sitting on more than 306ha this McLaren Flat grazing property has it all for just $3.21 million.
It’s believed to be the highest sale in the south this year and with an artist’s studio, steel cattle yards and even an aircraft hanger its easy to see why this southern gem topped the list.
The main house comprises of three bedrooms and two bathrooms while the artist’s studio hosts another bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living room.
Meanwhile, the exterior is just as impressive with 19 paddocks and 14 dams to play home to livestock and more than 27ha of native trees and vegetation.
11 MARTIN ROAD, WILLUNGA SOUTH
Price: $2.7 million
This Willunga South property sold for $2.7 million in June, making it the second highest sale on our list.
With a fully renovated luxury manor, cafe/gallery complete with commercial kitchen and two more self-contained accommodation units this property is more than just your usual home.
The property – operating as The Farm Willunga – had been generating more than $300,000 per annum in accommodation and venue hire, wine and olive oil sales and its cafe and gallery takings before its sale.
1A SHAFTESBURY TERRACE, MARINO
Price: $2.42 million
Uninterrupted coastal views all the way to Semaphore aren’t the only wow factor of the third house on our list.
Completed just two years ago, this Shaftesbury Terrace home has luxurious finishes throughout including 3.8 metre entry ceilings, wine storage for 600 bottles and provision for a five person lift.
The four bedroom, two bathroom house also features a six star energy rating and smart glass.
234 MORITZ ROAD, BLEWITT SPRINGS
Price: $2.05 million
Set among nine hectares of vineyards, this five-bedroom Blewitt Springs home settled for $2.05 million in February.
The vineyard – planted in 1950 – still provides shiraz and cabernet sauvignon grapes to a number of high-profile local producers.
The house itself is large enough for the whole family with two bathrooms, two living spaces and a spa and in-ground pool.
59A THE COVE ROAD, MARINO
Price: $1.8 million
Whether it’s from the bathroom, bedroom or even the infinity pool, this stunning property has plenty of options to enjoy sweeping views of the Marino coastline.
Sold in July, this state-of-the-art home is designed for those seeking luxurious, resort-style living.
With eight bedrooms, a games room, home theatre, generous walk in pantry and three bathrooms, there’s enough space for the whole family to enjoy and entertain.
1 SHEOAK AVENUE, ALDINGA BEACH
Price: $1.67 million
Looking over Aldinga Beach, this immaculate two-storey home was built in 2004 and still hosts many of its original features.
Its private and quiet location paired with 360-degree views of coast, scrub and hills has earned it a spot in the top 10 sales for the year.
With a $1.675 million price tag, the four bedroom, three bathroom home also boasts a beautiful decked area, Mediterannean style courtyard and purpose-built cellar.
7 ESPLANADE, MARINO
Price: $1.52 million
This 1970s built home sits in a prime beachfront location at Marino and sold just two months ago.
Lofty ceilings with exposed timber beams, slate flooring and original exposed brick walls combined with renovated bathrooms and modern appliances bring old and new together at the Esplanade house.
The four bedroom, two bedroom home even has a wine storage area and a four car garage.
89 GOSSE ROAD, CLARENDON
Price: $1.5 million
At its secluded hilltop position in Clarendon, this Gosse Road property gives the vibe of an impressive private retreat.
But the almost 8ha property is just 10 minutes from the local shopping centre and local schools.
The eco-friendly home is just five years old and sold for $1.5 million in May.
Surrounded by luscious green lawns, the four bedroom, two bathroom house has 180 degree views of the nearby hills.
195 PINE ROAD, ONKAPARINGA HILLS
Price: $1.45 million
Set on an impressive 48 acres, this solid brick home still maintains its 1980s character with some modern upgrades.
The three bedroom, two bathroom home sold for $1.45 million earlier this month.
With views of the surrounding hills and even the ocean, this property offers a private, scenic location with suburbia not too far away.
As for outside, a covered in-ground pool, fire pit and large undercover area makes for the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining.
14 MARINE PARADE, MARINO
Price: $1.4 million
It may have been built in 1990, but this modern Marino mansion has had a full makeover.
The Marine Parade home sold for $1.4 million back in January.
The five bedroom, two bathroom home offers formal and informal living with a sunken lounge and large balcony.
With uninterrupted views of the Marino Coastline, wildlife fans could even enjoy dolphin-spotting while doing the dishes or sitting on the couch.
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