140 Cross Road, Highgate, SA 5063

$1.55m

House
Type
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Parkings
731 m²
Area

Last updated on Monday, July 06, 2026 ( See property details for 140 Cross Road, Highgate, SA 5063)

$1.55m

Sharon Gray Property Consultant & Auctioneer
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A historic sandstone villa with a modern granny flat, offering versatile living options in a prime Highgate location with excellent amenities and potential for renovation.

🏡 Property Highlights

  • 1900s sandstone villa with historic charm and potential for restoration
  • Attached 2010-built self-contained granny flat offering versatile living options
  • Ideal for multi-generational living, Airbnb, or rental income
  • Prime location close to universities, hospitals, and CBD
  • Established gardens and leafy outlook providing privacy and tranquility
  • Energy-efficient features including solar panels and split system air conditioning

✨ Key Features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Open-Plan Living
  • Home Office / Study
  • Outdoor Area
  • Solar Panels
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ensuite
  • Waterfront / Views
  • Secure Parking
  • Low-Maintenance Yard

Highgate is a vibrant, community-oriented suburb renowned for its historic charm and leafy streets. It offers excellent access to public transport, top local schools, and proximity to Adelaide’s CBD. The area features beautiful parks, cafes, and specialty shops along Duthy Street, making it ideal for families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle. Its central location near universities and hospitals adds to its appeal for students and healthcare workers alike.

What is the condition of the main sandstone villa and what renovation work is needed?
The sandstone villa is a historic property in need of restoration to bring back its original grandeur, with some updates already completed in the bathroom and kitchen, providing a solid foundation for renovation.
Can the granny flat be used for rental income or Airbnb?
Yes, the self-contained 2-bedroom granny flat is ideal for rental income, Airbnb, or extended family living, offering its own access and outdoor space.
What are the energy efficiency features of the property?
The property is equipped with solar panels and split system air conditioning in both homes, helping to offset energy costs.
Is there sufficient space for future extensions or modifications?
With a land size of approximately 731m², there is potential for future extensions or modifications, subject to council approval.
What are the local amenities and transport options?
The property offers easy access to public transport, local schools including Highgate Primary and Unley High School, private colleges, parks, cafes, and specialty shops along Duthy Street.
Are there any planning or zoning restrictions that could affect renovation or development plans? Are there any known structural issues or defects with the sandstone walls or foundation? What are the total ongoing costs, including council rates and maintenance? Is there any history of flooding or bushfire risk in this area? Are there any easements, covenants, or restrictions on the property that could impact use or development? What is the status of the existing solar panel system and its maintenance history? Are there any upcoming council or community developments nearby that could affect the property? Is the property compliant with current building codes and regulations? Are there any strata or community title considerations, if applicable? What are the potential costs involved in restoring and renovating the main villa?

140 Cross Road, Highgate, SA 5063 - More Details

$1.55m

Auction Sat, 27th Jun - 10.30am (USP)

When a 1900s villa has an attached 2010 granny flat, it opens the door to a wealth of possibilities.

Roll up your sleeves because this sandstone Villa is crying out to be restored to its once stately standing, on the corner of Cross Rd and West Tce Highgate. It offers 4 commanding main rooms, an updated bathroom and kitchen, home office, sunny living room, huge cellar – and somewhere to live while you renovate.

Attached to the original home is a self-contained apartment, built in 2010, featuring 2 bedrooms with BIRs, spacious open plan kitchen/living, combined bathroom/laundry and second toilet.

A rare opportunity for purpose built multi-generational living, or an income producing prospect for the savvy buyer. Ideal as student accommodation or an AirBNB to help you pay the mortgage, or simply get an architect involved to incorporate it all into one big family home.

Open the Door To
- A labour of love with a sandstone villa ready for renovation
Exceptional accommodation in the main home with 3 bedrooms and home office or 4th bedroom
- Updated bathroom full of natural light
- Functional kitchen with ample storage and benchspace
- Cosy living room with floor to ceiling north facing windows
- A wonderful attached, 2 bedroom apartment with its own access and outdoor living, ideal for extended family, Uni students, AirBNB or rental income to offset your mortgage.
- Split system R/c A/c in both homes
- Offsetting energy costs with existing solar panels
- Easy access to public transport
- Great local schools zoned for Highgate Primary and Unley High School and close to exceptional private colleges such as Mercedes, Scotch, Seymour and Walford Girls

Close the door on
- Ordinary – opportunities like this don't come along very often
- Compromise – there's enough room for everyone and more
- Finding somewhere to live while you renovate

Behind a high brush fence and surrounded by established gardens, every room has a leafy outlook. Thick stone walls wrap around three sides of the home, creating insulation against extremes of weather and the local traffic. An ideal location, central to Adelaide University, Flinders Uni, The RAH, Flinders Hospital and only minutes to the CBD. Surrounded by parks and playgrounds with specialty shops and cafes along nearby Duthy St, makes this a wonderful lifestyle in a community minded neighbourhood.

CT - 5112/324
Council - City of Unley
Zoning - EN - Established Neighbourhood
Year Built - 1900
Land Size - 731m² approx.
Total Built Area - 415m² approx.
Council Rates - $2,014.65 per year
Emergency Services Levy - $134.10 per year

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RLA 275403
Type
House
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
2
Parkings
2
Area
731 m²
House Size
415 m²

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