10
  • Property Type
  • Block Of Units, Medical/Consulting, Mixed Use, Office, Office Space, Townhouse
  • 9
  • Bedrooms
  • 2.5
  • Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Garage
  • 330 sqm
  • Area Size

Iconic Darlinghurst Freehold with Federation Charm & Legendary Rock ’n’ Roll History

  • Auction

Description

On offer is a rare piece of Sydney’s cultural, and musical history. Offered for the first time in over 60 years, this Federation-era freehold is more than just a property—it’s a time capsule of rock history and inner-city vibrance.

Owned and operated for decades by the renowned Dr. Ian “Doctor Rock” Chung, this three-level building served as both a respected medical practice for some of the biggest names in music and entertainment industry. From the late 1960s to 2020, the likes of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli, Sammy Davis Jr., Bono, Johnny Cash, Kurt Cobain, David Bowie, Michael Parkinson, Eurythmics’ Annie Lennox, Matchbox Twenty, The Police, Tina Turner and Pink all walked through its doors. In 1972, Dr. Chung toured with The Rolling Stones as their personal physician.

Beyond the extraordinary backstory, the property itself presents a golden opportunity for investors, developers, or creatives to shape a new chapter in this building’s remarkable life.

Property Highlights:

  • Federation-style freehold with rich period features
  • Three levels including ground-floor commercial/office/creative space
  • Nine-room residential accommodation above
  • 2.5 bathrooms and rooftop laundry facilities
  • Leafy & sunlit rooftop terrace retreat with tree top outlook
  • Rear lane access via Printers Lane plus secure lock-up garage
  • Zoned for flexible mixed use (STCA)
  • Fully leased residential accommodation generating $120,640 p.a. based on 100% occupancy (excludes office/creative area and garage potential)
  • Incredible value-add potential in a blue-chip, tightly held enclave

Positioned in the heart of Darlinghurst, just footsteps from Hyde Park, Oxford Street, and Sydney CBD, this property sits in one of the city’s most eclectic and sought-after neighbourhoods. Whether you’re looking to invest, redevelop, or simply own a slice of Sydney’s cultural fabric, 141 Riley Street is an unrepeatable opportunity.


Auction On Site: Saturday 16th August 2025 at 12:30pm
Inspections: First inspection Thursday 24 July 2025 then Thursdays & Saturdays, 12:00 – 12:30pm

For more information or to arrange a private inspection, contact D’Ettorre Real Estate

Details

Updated on July 12, 2025 at 1:34 pm
  • Property ID DET-16192
  • Price Auction
  • Property Size 330 m²
  • Land Area 112 m²
  • Bedrooms 9
  • Bathrooms 2.5
  • Garage 1
  • Property Type Block Of Units, Medical/Consulting, Mixed Use, Office, Office Space, Townhouse
  • Property Status Commercial Auction, Auction, Residential Sales
  • Inspection Date Thursdays & Saturdays, 12:00 – 12:30pm