Black Hill at a glance
2,084
People
$575,000
Median sale
$415/wk
Median rent
3.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Black Hill › Sim St
$638,700
Last sold
22 Apr 2025
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
641 m²
Land
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
$638,700
22 Apr 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Black Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $896/m² of land (n=83). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Black Hill at a glance
2,084
People
$575,000
Median sale
$415/wk
Median rent
3.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Black Hill
+11.1%
Median sale
Suburb $575,000
-0.37 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.75%
Suburb median $575,000 from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1
GRZ1
Jurisdiction
Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC
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.
The official layer maps a bushfire risk zone on this parcel, intersecting about 99.8% of it (Vicmap Planning, retrieved 30 Aug 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
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
VICZoned GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · GRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 625 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. Official parcel about 625 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: BUSHFIRE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 1. Bushfire-prone land can add BAL construction cost and tighten insurer appetite. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $415/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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · GRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 625 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.
Area
Black Hill at a glance
2,084
People
$575,000
Median sale
$415/wk
Median rent
3.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Buxton BallaratWelcome to this home where the epitome of family living meets convenience in one of Ballarat's most coveted locations. Situated in this sought-after area, this splendid residence offers an exceptional blend of comfort and practicality, ensuring a lifestyle of ease and enjoyment.
Located within walking distance to Black Hill Primary School and with public transport close by, this home is ideal for families seeking convenience without sacrificing tranquillity. Just a short 5-minute drive lands you in the heart of Ballarat's CBD, offering an array of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.
Step inside to discover a spacious interior boasting 5 bedrooms, all equipped with built-in robes, ensuring ample storage for the whole family. With 2 kitchens, one on each level, meal preparation is a breeze, offering flexibility and convenience for busy households. Three bathrooms cater to the needs of a bustling family, ensuring space for everyone.
Entertaining is a delight with multiple large living areas thoughtfully spread throughout the home, providing plenty of space for gatherings and relaxation. Gas heating throughout ensures warmth and comfort during the cooler months, while the expansive decking offers stunning views of Mt Warrenheip, creating the perfect backdrop for outdoor entertaining or simply unwinding after a long day.
Outside, the charm continues with a well-appointed outdoor area, ideal for alfresco dining or enjoying the sunshine with family and friends. Completing this impressive package are two single garages, offering secure parking for vehicles or additional storage space.
Don't miss this opportunity to secure your slice of Black Hill paradise. Contact us today to arrange a private inspection and experience the lifestyle this exceptional property has to offer.
Listing description written by Mark Nunn, Buxton Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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?
KnownlowOfficial parcel about 625 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: BUSHFIRE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 1. Bushfire-prone land can add BAL construction cost and tighten insurer appetite.
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
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.