Myponga church hits market for the first time

An old Myponga church is tipped to be turned into a tourism hotspot after hitting the market for the first time in its 140-year history.

The former Myponga Uniting Church at 47 Main South Rd, which is on a huge 2557sqm block, has been listed for sale with two halls.

Selling agent Jason O’Halloran, of Ray White Normanville, said it would likely be transformed into accommodation or a business that tapped into the Fleurieu Peninsula town’s tourism industry.

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47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

A housing development was also possible, he said.

“It also sits on the main road, and the main road that leads to the ferry ride to Kangaroo Island,” he said.

“The area is in ultra-high demand right now.

“The township is also right on the edge of a reservoir, and super close to the beach, making it a truly unique location.”

The sale includes the church in its original condition, a large hall with a commercial-style kitchen and a smaller hall with a kitchenette, none of which were heritage listed.

Mr O’Halloran said the church was built around 1882 with its first service the following year, while the smaller hall was established around 60 years ago then the larger hall about 40 to 50 years ago.

While initially one property, Mr O’Halloran said a neighbouring cemetery was not part of the deal.

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47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

47 Main South Rd, Myponga.

“They’ve been sectioned off on separate titles,” he said.

After just shy of a week on the market, Mr O’Halloran said he had received 25 inquiries.

“This property is being made available for the very first time … and it’s the only church in that area,” he said.

“Something awesome is going to happen here.

“The property, which is an hour’s drive south of the Adelaide CBD on the stunning Fleurieu Peninsula, would appeal to those who can understand the value of the past and the potential of the future.”

Expressions of interest for the property close at 5pm on July 9.

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