As homes in Sydney’s North Shore grow older, the area is experiencing a significant renovation boom. Homeowners in suburbs like Pymble, Chatswood, Lindfield and surrounds are seizing the opportunity to upgrade and expand their living spaces, creating a thriving market for home builders. This trend is reshaping the landscape of these neighbourhoods, blending historical charm with contemporary designs resulting in a beautiful mix of unique homes with the added benefit of increased resell value.
The average house price in Sydney’s Lower North Shore reflects the area’s desirability and affluence. With median house prices typically ranging from $2.5 million to over $4 million in some cases, homeowners are increasingly opting to stay and renovate their Lower North Shore homes over relocating to other parts of Sydney.
For example, Chatswood has a median house price of approximately $3.35 million, while Pymble’s median is around $3.7 million. Suburbs like St Ives and Epping are also highly desirable, with median prices ranging from $2.5 million to $3.6 million or more for some homes (Allhomes).
The typical house in these suburbs often includes multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, and decent sized backyards, catering to larger families and professionals looking for spacious and luxurious living but with the convenience of quick access to the CBD.
Many homes feature three to four bedrooms, but with families moving in together, i.e. mum and dad or professionals choosing to work from home, the need for additional rooms, outdoor indoor living areas, studios, or second-level additions are becoming more common and increasingly our most popular type of enquiry.
Here’s a closer look at some exciting transformations in these locations and why professional home renovation companies like SBS Building are essential in this booming renovation space.
Let’s explore and compare some of the renovation projects that our team has been a part of to gain some insight into home renovation trends right now in Sydney’s Lower North Shore suburbs.
Home Renovations Pymble: A Blend of Tradition and Modernity
Pymble, with its lush greenery and grand homes, is seeing a surge in renovations. As these historical homes age, homeowners are keen to preserve their charm while incorporating modern amenities. This blend of tradition and modernity makes Pymble a prime location for those seeking a renovation specialist to handle both restoration and contemporary renovations. Here is one of our award-winning projects in the Pymble area.
We undertook a major renovation project in Pymble, transforming a large existing floor space to better suit a growing family. By removing walls, we created a modern, open-plan layout for the kitchen and living areas. We installed stylish timber flooring, large stacker doors, and new windows to allow natural light to flood the space. Our goal was to enhance both functionality and aesthetics, making the home more family-friendly and visually appealing.
For more details and photos, visit our Pymble Renovation Project page.
Home Renovations Chatswood: Urban Convenience Meets Suburban Comfort
Chatswood is rapidly transforming into a sought-after residential area due to its close proximity to the Sydney CBD and its blend of urban convenience and suburban comfort. As families increasingly choose to stay and upgrade their homes, the aging housing stock is undergoing significant renovations, it seems that on every corner there is a house being extended.
These upgrades focus on facade uplifts, maximising space and functionality to cater to the dynamic lifestyles of its residents. We’ve completed many projects in this vibrant suburb, enhancing homes with modern designs and efficient layouts, here is one of our recent projects.
This Chatswood home extension project involved transforming an older brick veneer home by adding a large extension and renovating the existing structure. Key changes included moving the kitchen to the new rear extension, creating an open-plan living area with high ceilings and natural lighting, and adding a new bedroom with an ensuite. The extension provided more space and a modern, airy feel, with plans for future outdoor improvements. The clients were very pleased with the results.
For more details, visit the Chatswood Extension Project page.
Home Renovations North Rocks: Space for Growing Sydney Families
North Rocks, known for its spacious properties and family-friendly atmosphere, is seeing a rise in home renovations. As more families move into the area and homes age, there is a growing demand for renovations that provide additional living space and enhance outdoor areas. Home builders in North Rocks are often tasked with creating extensions, adding extra rooms, and upgrading outdoor spaces to meet the needs of growing families.
SBS Building has completed some significant home extensions in the North Rocks area over the past couple of years, here are some of our favourites.
In this North Rocks home renovation project, we updated the property to highlight its bushland views and modernise the interior.
We renovated the outdoor entertaining area, replacing the decking and awning roof and adding a privacy screen. Inside, we opened up the living, dining, and kitchen areas by removing an internal wall, creating an open-plan layout. The kitchen was fully remodelled with a design from Kitchens by Emanuel, featuring Caesarstone benchtops and a splashback window. We also renovated the upstairs bathroom and installed new floating floors throughout.
For more details, visit our North Rocks Project page.
Home Renovations & Extensions in Sydney’s Lower North Shore
The lower North Shore of Sydney, including suburbs like Pymble, Chatswood, North Rocks, and Lindfield, is a prime area for home renovations. SBS Building excels in transforming these homes with contemporary kitchen and bathroom upgrades, open-plan living designs, and practical upper-level extensions.
Our award-winning projects not only enhance the functionality and aesthetic appeal of homes but also showcase our commitment to excellence. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, our professional renovation specialists handle every aspect of the renovation process, ensuring compliance with building codes and delivering superior results.
If you’re looking to transform your home, contact SBS Building Services today to discuss your project and how we can bring your vision to life.