Cooks Hill at a glance
4,103
People
$1,830,000
Median sale
$672/wk
Median rent
1.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Cooks Hill › Corlette St
$3,100,000
Last sold
7 May 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
678 m²
Land
213 m²
Building
Districts View
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
Last sold
$3,100,000
7 May 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Cooks Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $7,378/m² of land (n=52). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Cooks Hill at a glance
4,103
People
$1,830,000
Median sale
$672/wk
Median rent
1.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Cooks Hill
+69.4%
Median sale
Suburb $1,830,000
-0.78 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 1.91%
Suburb median $1,830,000 from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Medium Density Residential
R3
Jurisdiction
Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
Data unavailable
Source
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 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 exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
The official layer maps a heritage listed area on this parcel, intersecting about 99.7% of it (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 1 Sept 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
NSWZoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 680 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. Zoning and lot facts are a starting point, not proof this lot outperforms the suburb. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Heritage constraint may block demolition or dual occupancy even on a large block. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. Official parcel about 680 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $672/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. Heritage constraints are a maintenance and alteration cost, not usually a rent premium by themselves.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Verdict
Districts view
Loaded constraints look like they kill a naive land-size story. Pay house money, or walk, until a planner confirms a pathway.
Detail
Official parcel about 680 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site.
Nearby competing dwellings and net yield are still unknown.
Evidence
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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 680 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Honest achievable rent
KnownlowThis 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
UnknownSupply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.
Why is this cheap?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 680 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site.
Lot-level flood
UnknownFlood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”
Catalyst exposure
UnknownFunded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
This lot's DA history
UnknownNo DA adapter returned applications for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Cooks Hill at a glance
4,103
People
$1,830,000
Median sale
$672/wk
Median rent
1.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Belle Property NewcastleBoasting timeless appeal in an endlessly appealing location, this gorgeous Federation home showcases period detail throughout its light, bright and impressively spacious layout, complemented by a modern recreation area at the rear. Framed by manicured gardens, the main residence can't help but impress as it shows off soaring ceilings, richly toned timber floors and ornate heritage details, including two feature fireplaces and exquisite leadlight windows. When it comes to relaxing in the everyday, families will adore the two separate living spaces and three generous bedrooms, while dining and entertaining alfresco is made all the more enjoyable within the peaceful and private verandah to the front and rear. Whether accommodating guests, extended family or tenants, the recreational area is another major highlight here, as is the incredible setting, which puts vibrant Darby Street within walking distance, and Newcastle's beaches, bars and shops only moments away.
- Fabulous Federation home on impressively generous block in highly sought-after setting
- Blends original 1930s craftsmanship with modern enhancements to deliver comfort and convenience day-to-day
- Abundant natural light and high ceilings enhance spacious single-level layout
- Intricate fretwork, polished Tallow floors and original fireplace feature in front living area
- Beautiful leadlight French doors extend living space to front verandah overlooking lush gardens
- Airy open-plan family dining overlooked by tidy timber kitchen boasting granite benches, modern appliances, a gas stove and breakfast bar
- Three well-proportioned bedrooms, two with built-in robe, one with fireplace
- Main bathroom with bath and shower, handy second WC in laundry off rear living area
- Another relaxed alfresco space in patio at rear, looking out over private grassy yard
- Attractive recreational and additional storage area to the rear of the property
- Single garage plus additional parking on driveway
- Split-system AC assists in keeping home and recreation area comfortable year-round
- Moments from sportsgrounds, transport, parks and schools
- Within easy reach of a dazzling array of restaurants, bars, beaches and entertainment
We have obtained all information used in the preparation of this document from third party sources however, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or currency of this information. Prospective purchasers and their advisors are advised to carry out and rely on their own enquiries and investigations in relation to the information in this document and the property it concerns.
Listing description written by Brendan Murgatroyd, Belle Property Newcastle — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.