{"Slug":"unit-8-2-rickard-street-balgowlah-nsw-2093","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/unit-8-2-rickard-street-balgowlah-nsw-2093","Address":"8/2 Rickard Street, Balgowlah, NSW 2093","Suburb":"Balgowlah","State":"NSW","Postcode":"2093","PropertyType":"Unit","Status":"Sold","Headline":null,"Description":"Auction: 9th May 2026FIND. Perched on the top floor of the well-kept Hillcrest block, this freshly renovated two-bedroom apartment captures lovely, elevated district views and beautiful natural light. With an outlook stretching from west to north, sunshine fills the home throughout the day, creating a warm and uplifting coastal feel. Set in a peaceful Balgowlah street moments from village cafés, transport and Manly, it's an inviting Northern Beaches base offering lifestyle convenience and relaxed living.LOVE. Freshly renovated with crisp neutral finishes and timber floors throughout, this apartment feels bright, airy and ready to enjoy. High ceilings enhance the sense of space, while sliding doors open to a sunny balcony with sweeping district outlooks. The sleek kitchen and refreshed bathroom add style and practicality, while generous bedrooms create flexibility for couples, young families or investors seeking a low-maintenance property with strong lifestyle appeal.•\tTop floor position capturing elevated district views and sunshine•\tFreshly renovated interiors with chic neutral styling and timber floors•\tSleek kitchen with Neff cooktop, oven, dishwasher and glass splashback•\tSunny balcony with roll-down blind for shade in summer•\tOversized master bedroom with built-in robe, ceiling fan and views•\tRefreshed bathroom with bath, separate shower and laundry space•\tTandem car space plus Daikin air conditioning in the living areaLIVE.  Life here is all about Northern Beaches connection. Stroll to Balgowlah Village for cafés, groceries and everyday essentials, or jump on nearby buses for a quick trip to Manly or the city. Beaches, harbour walks and local parks are all within easy reach, while the elevated position offers a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. It's an ideal home base for enjoying a relaxed Beaches lifestyle.WHAT THE OWNER LOVES-\tNatural light fills the living area and balcony, with elevated views that shift throughout the day-plus a west-facing aspect delivering incredible sunsets.-\tThe renovated kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops and fresh neutral finishes makes the apartment feel bright, easy and ready to enjoy.-\tBeing able to walk to Balgowlah Village, cafés and buses to Manly or the city has made everyday life incredibly convenient.RATES/SIZE:Water rates: Approx $199.68 pqCouncil rates: Approx $461 pqStrata rates: Approx $1,763.96 pqSizes: Internal & balcony: Approx 69.6sqmParking: Approx 14.8sqmABOUT THE AREALocal Transport:- B-Line express city bus- Buses to city CBD- Chatswood- Westfield Warringah Mall and ManlyShopping & Dining:- Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre- Balgowlah village shop & cafes- Roseberry St shopping & supermarkets- Westfield Warringah MallSchools:- Balgowlah Heights Primary School- Manly West Primary School- St. Cecilia´s Catholic Primary- Balgowlah Boys High School- Mackellar Girls High School- St Paul's College ManlyDisclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information provided to you in our marketing material, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by our Vendors, and as such, Cunninghams makes no statement, representation or warranty, and assumes no legal liability in relation to the accuracy of the information provided. Interested parties should conduct their own due diligence in relation to each property they are considering purchasing.Please be advised that the photographs, maps, images, or virtual styling representations included in this real estate listing are intended for illustrative purposes only and may not accurately depict the current condition or appearance of the property.","YearBuilt":null,"LandArea":null,"Price":{"Currency":"AUD","Amount":null,"Display":"Auction Guide $1,100,000"},"Bedrooms":"2","Bathrooms":"1","Parking":"1","Features":[{"Name":"Bedrooms","Value":"2"},{"Name":"Bathrooms","Value":"1"},{"Name":"Carports","Value":"1"},{"Name":"Area","Value":"84.4 m²"}],"Inspections":[],"Auctions":[],"TimeZone":"AUS Eastern Standard Time","Latitude":-33.79354379,"Longitude":151.25949604,"Agent":{"Name":"Chris Nicholls","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/chris-nicholls-real-estate-agent-from-cunninghams-northern-beaches"},"Agency":{"Name":"Cunninghams - Northern Beaches","CanonicalUrl":"https://realsearch.com.au/cunninghams-northern-beaches"},"CreatedAt":"2026-03-18T09:33:20.2395346","UpdatedAt":"2026-09-19T11:12:38.0333333"}