It’s rare that you’ll find an apartment in Sydney as exceptional as this one, especially one that doesn’t lean on harbour views to justify itself. Located at level 2/56-60 Foster Street, Surry Hills, the loft-style apartment is situated in a historically significant building in the heart of the vibrant and creative-leaning suburb.
The building at 56-60 Foster Street was originally created for the Edwards & Co tea merchant company in 1926, retaining the soaring warehouse ceilings that are so rare to find in Sydney today, boasting a spectacular Broadway-inspired entrance. Just five private residences are contained within the nearly century-old brick structure, with this second-level dwelling making the most of the abundant natural light, enormous windows, and 5-metre high ceilings to create a living room space that is truly unique.
Entry is gained via a lift that opens directly into the apartment foyer, which continues into the living area and adjacent kitchen and dining space, which is focused around a built-in marble dining table that measures 7.4m in length and can sit 20 guests. The dark hardwood floors of 2/56-60 Foster Street, Surry Hills, are original and contrast elegantly against the interior surfaces.
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In addition to the spectacular dining table and chef’s kitchen, the entry floor also features a semi-open bedroom (with some privacy provided by a curved partition wall). You’ll also find a home office and a media room that was once a safe room for storing money.
The benefits of the high ceilings continue, with the apartment having been recently renovated to fit two modestly sized upper lofts on either side of the dining table. One space features two separate bedrooms and the second is home to the master bedroom, complete with a sizable walk-in-robe, ensuite bathroom and storage area.
The apartment at 2/56-60 Foster Street, Surry Hills, is a genuinely unusual opportunity on the market, not only for its premium location but also its remarkable history and interior design. It is represented by the team at McGrath real estate, who are currently seeking expressions of interest. According to data from Domain, the apartment has a target price of $5.8 million.
