Newstead at a glance
5,638
People
$743,750
Median sale
$548/wk
Median rent
3.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › Newstead › Penquite Rd
$710,000
Last sold
9 Sept 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
660 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
$710,000
9 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Newstead (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,007/m² of land (n=93). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Newstead at a glance
5,638
People
$743,750
Median sale
$548/wk
Median rent
3.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Newstead
-4.5%
Median sale
Suburb $743,750
+0.18 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.83%
Suburb median $743,750 from 58 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
TASPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $548/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property. 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
UnknownArea
Newstead at a glance
5,638
People
$743,750
Median sale
$548/wk
Median rent
3.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Bushby CreesePerfectly positioned in a sought-after and convenient Newstead location, this beautifully restored mid-century family residence captures sweeping views while basking in all-day sun.
Originally built circa-1960, the spacious property has been renovated, blending timeless character with modern sophistication at every turn.
A flexible floor plan provides numerous spaces for family living and effortless entertaining. A sumptuous lounge with wood heating and the option of two heat pumps throughout the home sets the tone for warmth and comfort, complemented by a casual sitting room and a dedicated family dining area, all enhanced by polished timber flooring.
The updated kitchen boasts generous solid countertops, premium appliances, abundant storage within quality cabinetry and pantry, and a seamless connection to the dining room.
Glass sliding doors extend the indoor spaces out to a superb outdoor entertaining deck, with an in-built BBQ bench with storage, and surrounding manicured, high hedges creating a private sanctuary. A partially sheltered verandah at the front of the home offers further al fresco space, with delightful district views.
Accommodation includes three generous and light-filled bedrooms all with updated double glazing, two with substantial built-in wardrobes, while the master retreat offers a walk-in robe and a stylish ensuite with a striking barn door.
The main bathroom is equally refined, featuring a sophisticated monochrome palette, bath, shower, vanity, and toilet. A cleverly concealed laundry is tucked neatly beside the kitchen, maximising space and functionality.
The established gardens have been thoughtfully designed to be low maintenance, with lush lawns at the rear, fully fenced and level, ideal for children and pets. Mature trees and shrubs at the front boundary provide privacy from the road.
Ample off-street parking is provided within a secure garage and a two-car carport. There is no shortage of storage throughout the property, including within the garage.
Ideally located just moments from quality schools, both public and private including Scotch Oakburn College, close to the Newstead shopping precinct, Punchbowl Reserve, Norwood IGA and a short drive to the Launceston CBD, this remarkable home delivers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity with timeless appeal.
Listing description written by George Bushby, Bushby Creese — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
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.