- Luxurious Sydney townhouse for sale for $3 million
- The Australian swimming legend has been completely revamped
- It was listed for $3.7 million in September 2023, with no buyers.
Ian Thorpe has been dealt another blow as he looks to offload his luxurious home in Sydney’s plush east, and the Australian Olympic legend could end up almost a million dollars out of pocket.
The development comes ahead of the Nov. 7 auction, with an asking price of $3 million.
As recently as October 9 this year, the house in the luxury suburb of Woollahra was on the market for a staggering $3.5 million with Ray White Double Bay.
The Olympic gold medalist, 41, purchased the exquisite four-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse in December 2017 for $2.75 million.
He previously put it on the market for $3.7 million in September last year, but was unable to find a buyer at that price, and also made a seller’s offer on the property for $3.95 million in September from last year, which is a good guide to what I expected. would be sold for.
The exquisite two-storey property occupies 250 square meters and features spacious rooms, an outdoor swimming pool and a stunning outdoor tropical garden.
Thorpe has carried out extensive renovation work on the property, which also features open-plan living areas, a stunning remodeled terrace and elegant sliding doors.
It is perfect for families and entertaining, and is located in a “highly desirable location” that is close to a variety of commercial amenities.
Ian Thorpe (pictured right with former partner Ryan Channing) has taken another hit as he looks to offload his luxury Sydney property – and could end up with almost $1 million out of pocket.
The Olympic gold medalist bought the luxurious four-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse (pictured) in December 2017 for $2.75 million.
He previously listed the home for $3.7 million in September of last year, but was unable to find a buyer at that price and made a seller’s offer of $3.95 million on the property.
The exquisite two-story house is 250 square meters and features spacious rooms, an outdoor pool and a stunning tropical garden.
The luxury property is a boutique apartment in a former 1860s mansion (pictured, an entertainment room)
Speaking to the Sydney Morning Herald in 2023, Black Diamondz agent Courtney Wong said the house is the “best” in the area, situated away from the street.
“It’s completely private and secluded,” he added.
The incredible property is modern with open plan living space and large sliding doors leading out to the patio.
A description of the property reads: “For those looking for a private getaway with all the amenities of a luxury home, this is everything you could have dreamed of and more.”
‘This true gem is tucked away in the quiet back of a boutique block of just six people.
“The residence represents the perfect combination of modernity and the natural world with its contemporary architectural design in a tranquil and leafy setting.”
In November, Thorpe moved in and splashed out a whopping $2.7 million on a glorious property in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.
One of Australia’s greatest Olympic swimmers, Thorpe won five gold medals in his decorated sporting career.
She rose to fame at age 17 during the 2000 Sydney Olympics, when she won five medals, including three gold.