161 Firth Street

Off Market

161 Firth Street

Matamata Waikato

104 m²

587 m²

House

Margaret Troughton, last sold this property on 27 April 2026 after 53 days on market.

Overview

Rose Cottage - Timeless 1938 charming bungalow

Step into timeless charm with this beautifully restored 1938 bungalow, immaculately presented and thoughtfully renovated for modern living. Set on a generous 587sqm (more or less) in the heart of Matamata, this enchanting "Rose Cottage" effortlessly blends character with contemporary comfort. Offering three spacious bedrooms, one stylishly updated bathroom, and the convenience of two toilets, this home is perfectly suited for families or those seeking classic elegance with practical design. At its heart lies a bespoke country kitchen - a warm and inviting space designed for both everyday living and memorable gatherings. Heritage features have been lovingly preserved, with exquisite plaster ceilings showcasing fine period detail, celebrating the craftsmanship of yesteryear while embracing today's lifestyle needs. Outdoor entertaining is a natural extension of the home, with a sun-soaked deck overlooking a secure, fully fenced backyard - ideal for children and pets to play safely. Generous off-street parking at the front enhances the welcoming entrance, creating a fabulous first impression as you arrive at this charming property. Yesteryear elegance has been beautifully recreated for modern living - a rare opportunity to secure character, comfort, and location all in one.

Features

3 bedrooms

1 bathroom

1 carspace

1 carport space

104 m² floor area

587 m² lot size

House

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom houses sold in Matamata over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 161 Firth Street is $702.5k.

Median value

$702.5k

Estimated value range

$445k - $1.76m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

12%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Matamata. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 161 Firth Street

2026

Sold

Undisclosed

27 Apr 2026 by Margaret Troughton, of Bayleys Matamata

2020

Sold

01 Jul 2020 by Margaret Wright, of LJ Hooker Matamata - Link Realty Limited

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66% of sellers in Matamata reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom houses in Matamata

In the last 12 months, 78 three-bedroom houses similar to 161 Firth Street, have been sold.

This represents a 16% decrease in three-bedroom houses sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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