About this property
The property at 56 Balfour Street, Launceston, Tasmania, is a house with two bedrooms and one bathroom. It sits on a 244 m² block and sold for $200,000 on 21 Jun 2005.
56 Balfour Street
56 Balfour Street, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
-
Parking
244 m²
Land size
-
Internal area
$200,000
Last sale
Sales history
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Jun 2005 | $200,000 | $819 |
| Sold | Jul 2002 | $121,500 | $497 |
| Sold | Nov 1997 | $65,000 | $266 |
Price per m² based on land size of 244 m².
Key details
- Locality
- Launceston
- State
- TAS
- GNAF PID
A unique ID for this address in Australia's national address database.
- GATAS702192584
- Legal parcel ID
The official land parcel identifier used on property titles and plans.
- 204353/1
- Remoteness area
- Regional
- Property type
- House
- Land size
- 244 m²
- Internal area
- -
- Land Use Category
What the land is mainly used for, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Other.
- Residential
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Frequently asked questions
What type of home is located at 56 Balfour Street and how many bedrooms and bathrooms does it have?
56 Balfour Street is a detached house offering two bedrooms and one bathroom. It provides a compact, low‑maintenance lifestyle suitable for small families or couples.
How large is the land parcel for this property?
The house sits on a land area of approximately 244 m², giving enough space for a modest garden or outdoor entertaining area.
What key amenities are within walking distance of 56 Balfour Street?
Within about 0.5 km you’ll find the Mantra Charles Hotel, Launceston General Hospital, Prince’s Square park, and the historic Launceston Synagogue. Several local radio stations and boutique hotels are also nearby.
How close is the property to major road connections?
The Midland Highway, a primary route linking Launceston to Hobart, is roughly 0.6 km from the house, providing easy access for commuters and visitors.
What is the climate like in Launceston for potential residents?
Launceston enjoys an oceanic climate with mild‑warm summers and cool, damp winters. Average summer highs reach around 24 °C, while winter lows can drop below 2 °C on about 61 days a year.
How many people live in the wider Launceston urban area?
As of the 2021 census, the Launceston urban area has a population of about 90,953, making it Tasmania’s second‑largest city after Hobart.
Are there any flood protection measures in the area?
Launceston has a network of flood levees that protect many suburbs, and recent upgrades aim to safeguard the city from major flood events. The property’s central location means it benefits from these citywide flood mitigation efforts.