Paddington has been at the centre of fashion in Sydney since the 1960s and, after a dip in the early 2000s when Westfield opened, has once again taken its place as the go-to destination for high-end boutiques and design stores. A swathe of newcomers to Oxford Street has revived the iconic shopping strip and the fashion hubs at The Intersection and on William Street continue to draw fashionistas looking for a more intimate shopping experience. Great restaurants like the sustainable seafood eatery Saint Peter and Justin Hemmes’ beautifully atmospheric Fred’s sit alongside pubs like the Paddington stalwart The London and The Royal which has one of the best rooftop bars in town.

We currently have a choice of 10 properties in Paddington from loft apartments to grand Victorian terraces. Here’s a snapshot of three, all with broad appeal thanks to their village locations and lifestyle appeal. In the heart of the action, 16 Victoria Street, Paddington is just one street back from Oxford Street and features direct access to one of Paddo’s secret pocket parks. The renovated two-storey terrace sits in a cool urban environment not usually seen in Sydney, with beautiful little restaurants and intimate bars dotted along the street. It comes with a buyer’s guide of $1.4m which puts this classic Paddington terrace in the Surry Hills price bracket.

The grand dame of our Paddington listings, 10 Moore Park Road, Paddington is a Victorian Italianate terrace set on a rare 220sqm block directly opposite the park. Sales agent Catherine Dixon says, “The layout is ideal for families with three king-sized bedrooms as well as DA approval for an attic conversion. With a north facing courtyard and parking at the rear, it’s a level walk to Oxford Street and along the way you can stop at Morrisons and have one of their famous berry, ricotta and white chocolate muffins!”

More like a house than an apartment, 5/400 Glenmore Road, Paddington, is one of the best in the acclaimed Paddington Gardens complex with a two storey layout offering over 180sqm of indoor/outdoor living space. Sales agent Sean Poche says, “With Trumper Park at the doorstep and a resort-style pool, gym and sauna, the three-bedroom residence offers a perfect blend of lifestyle appeal and city convenience just 350m to Edgecliff station and 10 minutes into the CBD.”

After receiving a positive response from clients who completed their financial health check through our finance partner, we thought we’d encourage anyone who hasn’t used the new Shore Financial tool to run a quick and easy check. Click on PPD Loan Health Check and you’ll be able to get an update on your loan health in less than two minutes! 

Believe it or not but there’s only five weeks left to list your property if you’d like it sold and settled before Christmas! Take care, stay safe and keep connected.