17 Baker Street, New Town TAS 7008, Australia
| Event | Date | Price | Price per m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | Sep 1997 | $119,000 | $167 |
Price per m² based on land size of 710 m².
It is a standalone house featuring three bedrooms, situated on a 710 m² block. The property offers ample land for potential gardens or outdoor spaces.
New Town lies about 4 km (approximately 2 mi) north of Hobart’s CBD, so the property is roughly that distance from the city centre. This proximity provides easy access to downtown amenities while remaining in a quieter suburb.
Within about 1 km you’ll find Fairfield Children’s Playground (≈0.3 km) and Calvary Hospital (≈0.6 km). The New Town Road main thoroughfare and the InterCity Cycleway also pass nearby for convenient travel.
New Town Road runs through the suburb, linking Hobart with the neighbouring city of Glenorchy and providing direct access to the area. It is the primary road serving the neighbourhood.
New Town is Hobart’s oldest suburb, known for leafy streets lined with Federation‑style cottages and larger historic residences designed by architects such as Thomas Reibey Atkinson and Henry Hunter. These heritage elements give the neighbourhood a distinctive character.
Several parks are close by, including Fairfield Children’s Playground (≈0.3 km), Friends Park (≈0.8 km), and John Doggett Park (≈1.2 km). They provide green space for leisure and recreation.
Calvary Hospital in Hobart is about 0.6 km away, offering convenient access to medical services. This short distance makes healthcare readily available for residents.
