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28 Riverside, Nelson

Nelson City

Offers Over $899,000

  • 2
  • 1
  • 1
  • 110m²
  • 506 m²
  • House
  • 1 Carport

Renovate, Develop, Landbank - $171,000 Below RV!

After proudly calling this property home since 1981, the current owner is ready to begin an exciting new chapter, creating an exceptional opportunity for the next owner to secure one of Nelson's most sought-after landholdings.

Positioned just minutes from the vibrant Nelson CBD, this is a property packed with potential. Whether you're a developer looking to unlock the value of the site, a renovator ready to transform an original home, or an astute investor searching for a prime location, 28 Riverside deserves your immediate attention.

Offered to the market at Enquiries Over $959,000, this property is priced significantly below its current RV of $1,070,000, presenting outstanding value in a tightly held location. Set on a 506sqm freehold section, the existing 1940s home offers approximately 105sqm of accommodation, providing plenty of scope to renovate, extend, or explore future development possibilities, subject to the necessary council approvals.

Location is everything, and this address delivers. Enjoy the convenience of being within easy walking distance of Nelson's cafés, restaurants, shopping, schools and city amenities, making it an incredibly appealing proposition for homeowners and developers alike. Adding further peace of mind, the owner has lived here for more than four decades and confirms the property has never experienced any flooding issues during her ownership.

Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly rare. Secure a premium city-fringe address, add value through renovation or redevelopment, and capitalise on a location where demand continues to remain strong.

The owner's motivation is genuine and she is ready to move on to her next chapter. Don't miss your chance to make this remarkable property the beginning of yours.

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Added to OwnBetter 26 Oct 2026

What you’ll love about this place

  • Waterfront: the land comes within 30 m of a river

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ON
1 Jul 2026
On the market
Offers Over $899,000
Listed for sale
Tall Poppy Nelson TasmanNathan Dunn, Scott Gearry

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Property data

  • Floor area110 m²
  • Land area505 m²
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms1
  • Parking1 car space
  • Property categoryUse not published
  • CouncilNelson City
  • Valuation #19790-26300

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  • Title numberNL84/4
  • Title typeFreehold
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Nelson City
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Properties on the rating roll
1 Sep 2024
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