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11 Pacific Hwy, Blacksmiths NSW 2281

House

$900,000

Last sold

14 Feb 2024

3

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

739 m²

Land

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $900,000 (14 Feb 2024).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 739 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Blacksmiths (last 5 years) with land size: median $2,126/m² of land (n=40). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • FactZoned Medium Density Residential (R3) under the Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014.(NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer · 31 Aug 2026)

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?

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$900,000

14 Feb 2024 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Blacksmiths (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,126/m² of land (n=40). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Blacksmiths at a glance

1,877

People

$1,370,000

Median sale

$711/wk

Median rent

2.70%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Blacksmiths report →

Vs Blacksmiths

-34.3%

Median sale

Suburb $1,370,000

+1.41 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 2.70%

Suburb median $1,370,000 from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014

Zone

Medium Density Residential

R3

Jurisdiction

Lake Macquarie

Lake Macquarie, NSW

Planning overlays

  • heightDetected
  • heritageNot detected

Planning constraints

  • 1110
  • 98.5

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer
  • Dataset: Planning Portal Principal Planning — Land Zoning Map
  • Retrieved: 31 Aug 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 100755043

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

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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 detected — official

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

Property history

  1. Sold$900,00014 Feb 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted25 Oct 2023
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted25 Oct 2023

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

Capital growth

NSW

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Confidence: medium

Zoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 745 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. If the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check, this lot can outperform a same-suburb house that is hold-as-is only. That is not a forecast. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $711/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. 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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

Districts view

This looks more compelling as a land / capital-growth play than a pure yield play — if the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check.

Detail

Zoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 745 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.

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Achieved rent for this address has not been inferred. Gross yield on advertising copy is not the deal.

Nearby DA pipeline is unknown, so neighbourhood change is not in this verdict.

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.

3 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownmedium

    Zoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 745 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

  • 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?

    Knownmedium

    Official parcel about 745 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

    Unknown

    Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. 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

    No DA adapter returned applications for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    NSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Area

Blacksmiths in one glance

Blacksmiths at a glance

1,877

People

$1,370,000

Median sale

$711/wk

Median rent

2.70%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Blacksmiths report →

Keep researching

  • Why Blacksmiths? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Blacksmiths →
  • Other records on Pacific Hwy →

Listing material

Listed by SOLD Real Estate

Big Value For Money By The Beach, It’s Just a Stroll Away! Sizeable Flat Block with Ideal North East Backyard Aspect + Huge Storage & Workshops

Head out the door and discover the idyllic lifestyle that living in Blacksmiths provides. Down the street it's an easy flat stroll to everywhere! Only 500m away Blacksmiths Beach beckons with nine mesmerizing miles of sand and surf, offering a plethora of activities from swimming & surfing to fishing.

For thrill-seekers, a 4-wheel drive adventure awaits, stretching from the northern Redhead Beach right down to Blackys Beach in the south. Tucked away, you'll find serene freshwater creek lagoons, a cherished local hideaway best kept as our shared secret.

Dining is a delight in Blacksmiths: The Swansea/Belmont Surf Club, enlivens weekends with its vibrant bar and live bands, the renovated, family-friendly Orana Hotel dishes out hearty meals, while the beloved Yoga Place Cafe caters to those with a penchant for plant-based delights and calming yoga sessions. But if you're in the mood for a slice of pizza, classic fish 'n' chips, or a creamy dairy coffee, rest assured you're in for a treat.

Read the full description

Plus, boating enthusiasts will be thrilled with Blackys' top-notch boat ramp, making it a breeze to set out on aquatic adventures with your boat or jetski. There's so much to do and love.

This classic beachside home offers the best of old-world charm, quality, and character. Its timeless brick exterior, complemented by a beautifully manicured front yard and quaint porch, instantly evokes feelings of nostalgia and warmth.

The house's sturdy construction and intricate detailing stand as a testament to the craftsmanship of yesteryears. While its foundational elements remain strong and captivating, rooms within the house present the perfect opportunity for renovation.

You have the unique chance to infuse your personal touch and modern aesthetics into spaces that crave rejuvenation. This harmonious blend of vintage allure and renovation potential makes this property a true gem for those seeking a home with soul and potential.

Positioned on a lovely flat block, with its backyard facing eastward, ensuring that the garden and outdoor spaces bask in the morning sunlight, and enjoys the cool N/E breeze in the summer times.

This orientation adds to the potential for you to enjoy top outdoor entertaining or a fantastic area to add a swimming pool.

One of the standout features is the oversized and expansive sun-drenched back living area, offering a space that radiates warmth and invites togetherness. It's big enough to fit the whole family for every holiday occasion & host the extended family christmas.

The house has been thoughtfully designed to offer both open and airy living, whilst still offering separate secondary living with a dedicated dining space. The kitchen is intelligently placed in the heart of the home and seamlessly connects both living areas.

- This kitchen exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere with its rich wooden cabinetry and classic design.

- The expansive countertops provide ample preparation space while the overhead and below-counter cabinets ensure generous storage for kitchen essentials.

- Stunning original timber floorboards throughout the entryway and main living will come up a treat after a sand & polish

- High ceilings throughout, lovely cornices and big rooms is the bonus that you enjoy from yesterday's build quality.

- You'll love the cute bay windows in the main front living and main bedroom that make the rooms bright & airy

- Boasting three oversized bedrooms with high ceilings, each exuding an aura of serenity and ample storage with built-in robes.

- Accompanied by two spacious bathrooms, one of which is strategically placed to potentially be transformed into an ensuite for the main.

- Vehicle storage won't be an issue with a lock-up garage at the front, and for those with a penchant for DIY projects or in need of extra storage space, there are substantial shed/workshops located at the rear of the property that is set to impress.

- Here, there's the space to build a granny flat out back (STCA) for teenagers, elderly parents you need to keep an eye on, or perhaps just as a way to earn a bit of rental income or a place to escape to yourselves

- Very understated from the street, your privacy is assured, but you have little to no idea of how big the block is or how comfortable and spacious the home is either

- A delightful facade, with its timeless brick design, quaint porch, and a hint of tropical palm, radiates an understated elegance and homely charm.

For growing families this is a spacious foundation tailored for you, with the flexibility to modernize at your own pace, ensuring the home grows with you.

For those looking to slow down this home lets you experience hassle-free living with a single-level design, ensuring easy mobility, combined with low maintenance features and ample storage to accommodate all of life's treasures.

If it's a holiday house you are after, this has minimal upkeep, potential for a granny flat or Airbnb venture & it's all within a stone's throw of Blacksmiths lifestyle and holiday attractions.

An absolute amazing place to live and weekend, there's a real sense of community here, with so much to do outdoors for young, old and everyone in between.

Don't let this one slip away...

Listing description written by Shanti Page, SOLD Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Rumpus Room
  • Secure Parking
  • Shed
  • Workshop
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