While most of the country is sweltering, the good people of Tasmania are enjoying cooler temperatures. If you’d like to join them, here are some super-cute houses under $500,000 on the Apple Isle that’ll help you beat the heat.
This cute character home is a leisurely 700-metre stroll from the Launceston shopping precinct, so no need to stress about finding a car park when you head out for a browse. With three bedrooms and one bathroom, it also features an open plan living-dining-kitchen area all on a generous 531-square-metre block.
$449,000-$499,000
Private sale
Harrison Humphreys, Molly Gibbons, 0455 999 229
This charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom mid-century peach is perfect for those looking for an affordable escape to the country. Set on a sprawling 1.295-hectare estate and nestled among flowering rhododendrons, you’ll get all the comfort and cosiness of small-town life while living less than an hour’s drive from Hobart.
$475,000
Private sale
Harcourts Huon Valley, Nick Bond, 0488 640 024
Sat atop a gentle hill, this charmer has an unmatched view of the Tamar River and surrounding hillsides. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open-plan design, it’s a perfect fit for a small family. Beauty Point is also conveniently located near a renowned cool-climate wine region.
$449,000
Private sale
Lee Jamieson’s Real Estate, Lee Jamieson, 0439 931 037
Yes, that is the correct price. This adorable cottage has belonged to the same people for more than 40 years, and now it could be yours for an equally appealing price. It features three furnished bedrooms, one bathroom, a veggie garden, and a newly installed heat pump, all situated on over 0.1 hectares of land.
$95,000
Private sale
Roberts Real Estate Burnie, Kevin Briggs, 0417 558 973
If you’re looking for a country hideaway with access to hiking, fishing, and boating, look no further than this two-bedroom, one-bathroom shack. On 3613 square metres of native bushland in central Tasmania, this is perfect for lovers of the great outdoors. Features include wool insulation, a gorgeous deck, drive through boat shed, and separate storage shed.
$287,000
Private sale
Roberts Real Estate Longford, Jeff Carins, 0418 593 676
This charming apartment’s best feature is the sweeping view of the Derwent River you’ll enjoy as you relax on its balcony. It also plays host to two spacious bedrooms, a generous living area, and secure covered parking. The complex is a short drive from the University of Tasmania, Sandy Bay Beach, and Sandy Bay shopping precinct.
Offers over $399,999
Private sale
LJ Hooker Kingborough, Susan Clifford, 0407 016 126
This delightful two-storey A-frame house in Burnie on Tasmania’s north-west coast is bursting with charm. It features solar panels, three bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, and a two-car garage. A backyard veggie patch, shed, and freshwater tank make it the perfect catch for a green thumb.
$320,000
Private sale
One Agency Burnie, Matt Grice, 0439 403 555