Three Seaford homes at 1-3/83 East Road sold under the hammer to first-home buyers, drawing a 180-strong crowd and fierce bidding at a standout triple auction.
There were tears, cheers and a $500 heartbreak as three Seaford homes went under the hammer in a row, and all sold to first-home buyers.
The triple auction of 1, 2 and 3/83 East Rd delivered a combined $1.879m result, with the three homes selling for $628,000, $580,000 and $671,000 respectively.
Ray White Chelsea director Shane O’Sughrue said the crowd of about 180 created one of the liveliest auction days he’d seen in months, with five to six bidders competing on each property and one buyer narrowly missing out by just $500.
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“There was a lot of emotion,” Mr O’Sughrue said.
“One bidder lost by $500 and was gutted.
“One of the vendors actually cried, she was so overwhelmed.”
The homes, a three-bedroom renovator, a modern two-bedroom, two-bathroom unit, and a rear three-bedroom, two-bathroom townhouse, were all sold by the same owner, who was looking to fund a new business venture.
The three-bedroom renovator at 1/83 East Rd, Seaford, sold for $628,000 to a first-home buyer after strong interest at auction.
Featuring timber floors and a generous backyard, Unit 1 offered renovation potential just 2km from Seaford Beach.
The original-condition home attracted multiple bidders thanks to its affordability and proximity to local schools and wetlands.
“We were thrilled, of course, but it was bittersweet too,” the vendor said.
“You could see how much it meant to everyone.
“We’ve been in their shoes, and seeing three young first-home buyers walk away with the keys was really special. A real full-circle moment.”
The vendor said the properties were held as long-term investments and the sales came together quickly, with no major upgrades beyond ensuring they were clean and presentable.
This modern two-bedroom, two-bathroom home at 2/83 East Rd fetched $580,000 and was the first to sell under the hammer.
A stone island bench and stainless-steel appliances gave the kitchen at Unit 2 instant appeal among younger buyers
“We didn’t have time for any big renovation,” she said.
“We gave Shane a tight brief and just hoped for the best.”
All three homes are located just 2km from Seaford Beach and within walking distance of schools, wetlands, and two train stations, factors Mr O’Sughrue said helped fuel demand in the $600,000 range.
Unit 2’s sun-drenched deck and open-plan living zones proved popular with first-home buyers seeking low-maintenance coastal living.
The main suite at 2/83 East Rd included a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, features rarely found at this price point in Seaford.
“These weren’t luxury renos, but they were neat, coastal, and had outdoor space, and that’s exactly what first-home buyers are chasing right now,” he said.
The Ray White Chelsea director said buyer urgency had ramped up in recent weeks, with expectations of Tuesday’s interest rate cut adding to the sense of competition.
“There’s a definite shift, people aren’t overthinking it anymore,” Mr O’Sughrue said.
“If something is priced right and well-presented, it gets snapped up fast,” he said.
Unit 3’s double garage and established garden made it a standout option for first-home buyers after extra space and storage.
The rear three-bedroom, two-bathroom home at 3/83 East Rd sold for $671,000, the highest result of the day.
Mr O’Sughrue added that the under-$700,000 price bracket was now “the hottest part of the market” across Melbourne’s bayside fringe.
“When you’ve got three first-home buyers walking away with wins in one day, you know that segment is flying,” he said.
A private master retreat with its own deck and ensuite helped elevate 3/83 East Rd above price expectations.
Unit 3 impressed with its dual decked entertaining areas, stone kitchen, and spacious north-facing layout.
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