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Top of the Bay - Riverview Penthouse Apartment
It has been 50 years since this apartment has been offered for sale. With a front row, 180-degree view over Freshwater Bay, you will feel on top of the world as you watch the activity on the water from this east-facing river apartment.
Floor to ceiling glass in all bedrooms means you can check the conditions from the comfort of your home, and every day you will be blown away by the spectacular water outlook. The top floor penthouse location also means you will enjoy a stunning treetop outlook to the north. Held by the same owner since 1971, this fabulous apartment proves quality architecture never goes out of fashion and has been beautifully preserved, right down to the marble mosaic bathroom tiles.
If you are looking to enjoy life centred around the shores of Freshwater Bay and within walking distance of the Claremont Quarter, Mrs Herbert's Park, and private and local schools, you will not find a better opportunity to live a wonderful low maintenance lifestyle.
Features:
-First time offered in more than 50 years
-Original kitchen with stunning northern treetop outlook.
-Original marble mosaic tiling to bathroom/laundry
-Secure parking for one car
-Front row Freshwater Bay
-Walk to rivers edge
-Close to Claremont Quarter, private and local schools, shops and transport
Rates (approximate):
Admin Levy: $1,337.50 per quarter
Reserve Fund: $905 per quarter
Total Strata Levy: $2,242.50 per quarter
Council Rates $1,718 per annum
Water Rates $1,195 per annum
Property features
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Carports
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Toilets
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Property snapshot by reiwa.com
This property at 21/42 Victoria Avenue, Claremont is a three bedroom, one bathroom apartment sold by Kate Gale at Shellabears on 29 Aug 2023.
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Cost breakdown
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Council rates: $1,718 / year
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Water rates: $1,195 / year
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Strata fees: $8,970 / quarter
Nearby schools
Claremont overview
Views of the Swan River are a fixture of the beautiful, leafy suburb of Claremont. Part of Perth's exclusive 'Western Suburbs' area, Claremont is an affluent suburb with some well-placed parklands and commercial areas.
Life in Claremont
There is much to do in the self-sufficient suburb of Claremont. Home to some iconic fixtures of Perth, Claremont has long since established itself as a thriving urban destination with a leafy, relaxed backdrop. One of the most recognised features of the suburb is the Claremont Showgrounds, which hosts the much-loved Perth Royal Show every year, as well as a number of festivals. The Claremont Quarter Shopping Centre satisfies retail needs, while the suburbs nightlife is serviced by popular establishments like the Claremont Hotel, On the Terrace and Club Bay View. Other features include the Claremont Train Station and Claremont Oval, home to the Claremont Football Club.
Claremont quick stats
High end
$3.2m
Median
$2.3m
Low end
$1.6m
17.7 %
Annual growth
$2.3m
Annual median sales price
$1,000pw
Annual median rental price
