North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › North Rothbury › Merewether Cl
$1,410,000
Last sold
11 Aug 2026
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
18,008.511 m²
Land
Districts View
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
No verification items generated for this record.
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
$1,410,000
11 Aug 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded Rural Property sales in North Rothbury (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $92/m² of land (n=3). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs North Rothbury
+55.8%
Median sale
Suburb $905,000
-1.56 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.36%
Suburb median $905,000 from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Singleton Local Environmental Plan 2013
Zone
Large Lot Residential
R5
Jurisdiction
Cessnock
Cessnock, 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 was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.
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 Large Lot Residential · R5 (Singleton Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 17,804 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. 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.” Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. 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 $759/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. 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
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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned Large Lot Residential · R5 (Singleton Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 17,804 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. 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 17,804 m² — land size can look like optionality. No material overlays were returned that would explain a discount. That is not proof the price is fair. Nearby DAs, easements, and flood-layer gaps can still explain a cheap-looking listing — those are not all loaded.
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
North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Cattell Property GroupPositioned within a peaceful cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after North Rothbury region, 11 Merewether Close presents an exceptional opportunity to secure a spacious family residence on 1.80 hectares (approximately 4.45 acres) of picturesque land.
Offering the perfect balance of privacy, space, and convenience, this impressive property enjoys the rare advantage of backing directly onto Black Creek, creating a beautiful natural setting and enhancing the sense of seclusion. Despite its peaceful acreage setting, the property enjoys outstanding accessibility. Located just minutes from the renowned Hunter Valley wine region, residents can enjoy world-class wineries and acclaimed restaurants. Maitland's CBD is approximately 30 minutes away, and Newcastle's city centre and beaches can be reached in approximately 50 minutes. The nearby Hunter Expressway provides seamless connectivity throughout the Hunter Region and beyond.
At the heart of the home, the large family kitchen is designed for both practicality and entertaining, offering abundant bench and storage space, complemented by a brand new Smeg gas oven and cooktop.. Multiple living zones provide flexibility for growing families, with three separate living areas providing ample space to relax, entertain, or work from home. Comfort is assured year-round with a wood fireplace, ceiling fans throughout, and a split-system air conditioner servicing the main living area.
Designed with family living in mind, the home features four generously proportioned bedrooms, all fitted with built-in wardrobes. The spacious master suite is privately positioned and complete with a walk-in robe and ensuite.
Beyond the home, the expansive 1.80-hectare parcel offers the perfect setting for a relaxed country lifestyle. With plenty of room for horses, hobby farming pursuits, or simply space for children and pets to roam, the property caters to a variety of lifestyle needs. A rustic fire pit area provides the perfect setting for gatherings. A chicken coop further enhances the property's rural charm, while the picturesque grounds provide a peaceful backdrop for everyday living. Adding further appeal, the property is equipped with solar panels, helping to improve energy efficiency and reduce day-to-day running costs. Vehicle accommodation is catered for with a double garage, while a substantial 7.5m x 11.6m shed positioned at the rear of the property offers excellent storage, workshop space, or accommodation for additional vehicles or machinery.
Combining substantial landholding, versatile family accommodation, sought-after shedding, a large entertainer's kitchen, and a stunning creekside backdrop, this outstanding lifestyle property offers an enviable opportunity to embrace acreage living without sacrificing convenience.
Don't miss your chance to secure this exceptional lifestyle property-opportunities like this are rare and won't last long.
**Council Rates: Approx $977 p/quarter
Call Cathy and her team today!
Listing description written by Cathy Cattell, Cattell Property Group — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.