The Mercury (Tasmania)

1 day ago | themercury.com.au | Jarrad Bevan |Matt Bell

NewsTasmaniaThere are a bunch of greater Hobart suburbs where people do not buy and sell houses quickly — but one sits head and shoulders above the rest. Realestate.com.au data shows Seven Mile Beach on the Eastern Shore is Hobart’s most tightly-held suburb. On average, property owners hold onto their homes for 14.5 years. The next longest average was in Montrose at 13 years, Tranmere 12.4 years, Lutana 11.9 years and Bellerive 11.6 years.

2 days ago | themercury.com.au | Jarrad Bevan |Matt Bell

NewsAustralian Housing MarketRent NewsHobart renters will be set a tough challenge when looking for a home that costs less now than it did at the start of the year. The latest PropTrack rental figures show houses in only three greater Hobart suburbs cost less in May than they did in February. Old Beach rents dipped by 5 per cent, Hobart city by 3 per cent and West Hobart by 1 per cent. In Old Beach this change was worth $10, in Hobart $33, and in West Hobart $25.

3 days ago | themercury.com.au | Jarrad Bevan |Matt Bell

NewsTasmaniaLeafy, private, luxurious — there is a lot to like about this home by the River Derwent. Perched in one of Hobart’s most coveted locations, this exceptional Taroona waterfront residence combines sophisticated design with serene riverside living. No.15 Grange Ave showcases thoughtful architecture that maximises its stunning river views, creating a seamless connection between indoor living spaces and the waterfront landscape.

1 week ago | themercury.com.au | Jarrad Bevan |Matt Bell

NewsBuying And Building NewA small handful of homes nationwide can boast as much attention as this unique property in southeast Tassie has enjoyed in its first week on the market. Zooming past 9000 views on realestate.com.au in mere days landed Koonya’s Triptych in the No.1 spot on the Tasmanian popularity chart and fourth nationwide. The Agency property partner Georgie Rayner said the reaction to the property had been immense.

1 week ago | themercury.com.au | Jarrad Bevan

The home of Petbarn and Vinnies in Devonport is set to be auctioned next week. Listed for sale with Elders Commercial and Burgess Rawson, the property is situated at a key location with frontage to one of the city’s major thoroughfares. These immediately recognisable Formby Rd businesses are close to complimentary large format retail and fuel developments nearing completion for OTR, Total Tools, RSEA Safety and Barbeques Galore.