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VIC › Armstrong Creek › Melaleuca St

10 Melaleuca St, Armstrong Creek VIC 3217

For saleHouse for Sale

$550,000–$590,000

For sale

Asking range

2

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

1

Car spaces

99 m²

Land

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

Given the $550,000–$590,000 ask, is this worth your time?

Why this ask?

  • FactListed for sale, asking $550,000–$590,000(Listing record · 23 July 2026)
  • FactLand 99 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationAsk is 21% below the Armstrong Creek median recorded sale ($695,000, n=92, last 12 months).(Districts calculation from recorded sales)
  • CalculationIf it leased at Armstrong Creek's advertised median rent ($583/wk), implied gross yield would be 5.51% — this is not a rent for this listing.(Districts scenario calculation)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.

Price evidence

The ask against the evidence

Asking

$550,000–$590,000

Asking range · $5,556/m² of land

No recorded sale for this property.

Armstrong Creek at a glance

17,550

People

$695,000

Median sale

$583/wk

Median rent

4.36%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 92 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Armstrong Creek report →

Vs Armstrong Creek

-20.9%

Median sale

Suburb $695,000

+1.15 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 4.36%

Suburb median $695,000 from 92 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Total cost to purchase

Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.

Purchase Price
$550,000
Stamp Duty (Victoria)
$28,070
Transfer/Registration Fee
$1,391
Mortgage Registration (est., if financed)
$200
Legal & Conveyancing (est.)
$2,000
Building & Pest Inspection (est.)
$700
Rates & Water Adjustment at Settlement (est.)
$800
Total cash required
$583,161

$33,161 on top of the price (6.0% extra)

  • Stamp Duty (Victoria)
  • Transfer/Registration Fee
  • Mortgage Registration
  • Legal & Conveyancing
  • Building & Pest Inspection
  • Rates & Water Adjustment

Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.

Stamp duty and transfer fees: Victoria schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.

Rental yield

Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.

Pre-filled with Armstrong Creek's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.

Net yield
4.01%
Annual cashflow (pre-tax)
$-6,534
Interest cover (DSCR)
0.77
Annual rent
$30,316
Operating expenses
$8,250
Loan amount
$440,000
Annual interest
$28,600
Gross yield
5.51%

Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.

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Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.

Site

Terrain

Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.

Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.

Flood, bushfire and heritage

i

Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Listed$550,000–$590,000available23 July 2026

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

VIC

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $583/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 5.5%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Verdict

What this means for this property

Districts view

Not enough official evidence yet to underwrite this as an investment.

Detail

The same ten questions apply to every property. Missing flood, nearby DAs, achieved rents, or lot geometry is unknown — not “no.”

Read more

Do not treat a suburb median, an advertised yield, or a listing score as the case for this lot.

The evidence loaded so far isn't enough on its own to change a buy, offer, or walk-away decision for this property.

Evidence

What is known for this property

Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.

1 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.

  • Rental supply pressure

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Armstrong Creek in one glance

Armstrong Creek at a glance

17,550

People

$695,000

Median sale

$583/wk

Median rent

4.36%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 92 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Armstrong Creek report →

Keep researching

  • Why Armstrong Creek? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Armstrong Creek →
  • Other records on Melaleuca St →

Listing material

Listed by The Creek Real Estate

Modern Boutique Living in the Heart of Armstrong Creek

Whether you're searching for your first home, a smart investment or a low-maintenance lifestyle, this beautifully presented Boutique Homes townhouse delivers exceptional value in one of Armstrong Creek's most sought-after locations.

Thoughtfully designed across two levels, this contemporary residence offers two generous bedrooms, a dedicated study, an open-plan living and dining area, and a private courtyard that perfectly balances indoor and outdoor living. With quality finishes throughout and nothing left to do but move in, this is an outstanding opportunity for buyers wanting style, convenience and affordability.

The light-filled kitchen forms the heart of the home, complete with stone benchtops, quality stainless steel appliances, ample storage and seamless connection to the living and meals area. Upstairs, both bedrooms are generously proportioned, with the master enjoying a walk-in robe, while the second bedroom includes a built-in robe. A central bathroom services the upper level, while a second toilet downstairs adds extra convenience for guests.

Read the full description

Outside, the low-maintenance courtyard provides the perfect space to entertain, relax or simply enjoy your own private retreat. Completing the package is a secure remote garage positioned separately from the home.

Positioned within walking distance to Ashbury Square Shopping Centre, Iona College, local parks, playgrounds and walking tracks, you'll love the convenience of having everything at your doorstep. With easy access to Warralily Village, Armstrong Creek Town Centre, Marshall Train Station, Geelong CBD and the Surf Coast, this location continues to be one of the region's strongest growth areas.

Property Features

Built by the award-winning Boutique Homes

Two spacious bedrooms, including master with walk-in robe

Additional study/home office downstairs

Light-filled open plan living and dining

Modern kitchen with stone benchtops and quality appliances

Central bathroom upstairs plus second toilet downstairs

European laundry

Split system heating and cooling

Private, low-maintenance courtyard

Secure remote single garage

Beautifully presented and move-in ready

Perfect For

First home buyers looking to enter the market

Investors seeking a low-maintenance property in a high-growth location

Downsizers wanting quality without compromising on lifestyle

Conveniently Located Close To

Ashbury Square Shopping Centre

Warralily Village Shopping Centre

Armstrong Creek Town Centre

Iona College

Armstrong Creek Primary School

Oberon High School

Local parks, playgrounds and walking tracks

Marshall Train Station

Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre

Geelong CBD

Barwon Heads, Torquay and the Surf Coast

This is an exciting opportunity to secure a quality-built home in one of Geelong's fastest-growing communities. Whether you're stepping into the market, expanding your investment portfolio or looking for a modern, lock-and-leave lifestyle, this impressive townhouse is sure to impress.

*All information offered by The Creek Real Estate is provided in good faith. It is derived from sources believed to be accurate and current as at the date of publication and as such The Creek Real Estate simply pass this information on. Use of such material is at your sole risk. Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries with respect to the information that is passed on. The Creek Real Estate will not be liable for any loss resulting from any action or decision by you in reliance on the information. PHOTO ID MUST BE SHOWN TO ATTEND ALL INSPECTIONS*

Listing description written by Andrew Flemming, The Creek Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Broadband
  • Built-in Robes
  • Courtyard
  • Dishwasher
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Grey Water System
  • Living Areas: 1
  • Remote Garage
  • Secure Parking
  • Solar Hot Water
  • Study
  • Toilets: 2
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