Hillside at a glance
17,335
People
$860,000
Median sale
$504/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 125 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Hillside › Catherine Dr
$700,000
Last sold
22 Sept 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
324 m²
Land
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
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
$700,000
22 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Hillside (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,400/m² of land (n=112). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Hillside at a glance
17,335
People
$860,000
Median sale
$504/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 125 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Hillside
-18.6%
Median sale
Suburb $860,000
+0.69 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.05%
Suburb median $860,000 from 125 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
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.
Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
VICPlanning 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.
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
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $504/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.
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.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Verdict
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.”
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
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
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownStatutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNet yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Area
Hillside at a glance
17,335
People
$860,000
Median sale
$504/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 125 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by OBrien Real Estate SydenhamThere are homes you simply walk through, and then there are homes that stay with you. 109 Catherine Drive is one of those rare properties - a residence that combines refined detail, thoughtful design and everyday practicality in a way that feels both luxurious and deeply personal.
From the street, its presence is undeniable. A timeless brick façade, framed by manicured hedges and landscaped gardens, creates a first impression of elegance and care. As you step inside, that impression deepens. Light floods through wide windows, gliding across floors, while the Marmorino plaster walls - smooth, luminous and artisanal - set a tone of prestige. This is not a finish you often see; it's a touch of European sophistication that transforms walls into art, wrapping the home in subtle grandeur.
At its heart lies a living and dining domain that feels both expansive and intimate. The open-plan design draws people together - family dinners, Sunday mornings, evenings with friends. The kitchen anchors it all, finished in crisp white cabinetry and complemented by stainless steel appliances and generous bench space. The breakfast bar becomes a natural gathering point: a place where children perch before school, friends enjoy wine as dinner is prepared, and conversations flow effortlessly. The space isn't just functional - it's the emotional core of the home.
Accommodation is designed with equal intention. The master suite is more than a bedroom; it's a retreat. With its walk-in robe and private ensuite, it offers privacy and indulgence - a place to start each day with clarity and end it with calm. Three further bedrooms provide versatility for family, guests or the flexibility of a home office. Every room is bathed in natural light, framed with thoughtful proportions that create a sense of balance and comfort.
Yet, it is outdoors where this home reveals its most unexpected delight. Slide open the doors and discover a world that redefines what backyard living can be. The covered pergola sets the stage for endless entertaining - summer barbecues, milestone celebrations, late-night conversations. And at the centre of it all, the spa - steaming, inviting, indulgent. It transforms evenings into retreats and weekends into holidays at home. With low-maintenance gardens and established greenery framing the space, every gathering feels private, every quiet soak feels like escape.
Beyond beauty, the home delivers peace of mind. Security cameras provide around-the-clock reassurance, while electric shutters offer both privacy and protection, ensuring the home feels as secure as it does stylish. Together, these features mean you can truly relax, knowing comfort is matched with confidence.
Details matter here. Ducted heating and evaporative cooling keep the home perfectly tempered through the seasons. A secure garage provides ease and peace of mind, while a private courtyard and dedicated laundry add the kind of practicality that makes family life simple. This is a home designed to be lived in beautifully - one that meets daily needs while offering layers of joy and comfort.
The location enhances its appeal even further. Tucked into a peaceful, family-oriented pocket of Hillside, the address offers unrivalled convenience. Respected schools are moments away, shopping and dining are within easy reach, and transport connections link you seamlessly to the wider city. Leafy parklands provide open space to walk, play and unwind, adding a sense of balance to the lifestyle on offer.
109 Catherine Drive isn't just another property on the market. It's a rare opportunity to own a home of genuine distinction - one that blends artistry with liveability, privacy with connection, comfort with indulgence. It is a sanctuary, a statement, and above all, a place where life's most important moments will unfold
Listing description written by Jeremy Portelli, OBrien Real Estate Sydenham — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.