Hughes at a glance
3,159
People
$1,260,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
1.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
ACT › Hughes › Birdwood St
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
5
Car spaces
812 m²
Land
Districts View
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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Hughes (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,598/m² of land (n=16). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Hughes at a glance
3,159
People
$1,260,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
1.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
HUGHES
Zone
RZ1
RZ1
Jurisdiction
Unincorporated ACT
Unincorporated ACT, ACT
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
ACTZoned RZ1 (HUGHES). Official parcel area about 815 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. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $400/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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned RZ1 (HUGHES). Official parcel area about 815 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
UnknownNearby 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. This jurisdiction has no comparable official bond series in the free set.
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 815 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
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
Hughes at a glance
3,159
People
$1,260,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
1.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 5 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by LJ Hooker Woden and WestonPositioned on a tranquil, tree-lined street in a fantastic Hughes location, this renovated character home with modern built-in additions is surprisingly spacious and versatile � an impressive frontage yet getting better and better as you move through the home and notice a new feature or inclusion. Offering 223m2 of internal and external space over two levels, the intelligent floor plan provides ample options for a household of any type, with several entertaining areas and a fantastic dual living residence. Bright and airy interiors, a northerly rear aspect and lush, private gardens add to the appeal of this family retreat.
Positioned privately behind established front gardens, introduced via a charming courtyard, the upper level offers a large formal living area replete with bright features; with light timber floorboards and large windows giving breathtaking aspects. This space flows through to a formal dining area and large gourmet kitchen, a harmonious combination of modern and classic features - with granite benchtops, feature lighting, timber cabinetry, double pantry, gas cooking and dishwasher. Ensuring easy entertaining, a large deck flows from this space, offering expansive views across the Woden Valley for your enjoyment during any family occasion or meal. A zen garden has been cleverly created by the previous owners � a unique space to relax or unwind. Also located on this level is the master suite offering the same views, built in robes and en-suite. Three additional bedrooms, all with built-in robes, and a luxurious, renovated main bathroom with separate WC are also on this level.
The lower level offers both lock off internal or external access to the additional living quarters, the ideal living for extended family, au pair residence or the teenager's retreat. Generous in proportions and presented with contemporary style, there is an open plan living area, a second refined kitchen, large bedroom with built in robes and ensuite renovated to the same style and class. Additional features of this level are laundry with a magnitude of storage, additional powder room and internal access to the double garage with additional sink or laundry option, a wine cellar and incredible under house storage, plus a large storeroom or workshop with built in cupboard space.
Outdoors is truly your own private oasis � established florals and fruit trees giving the perfect frame to the entertainers haven � with paved and grassed areas, an undercover outdoor kitchen with BBQ and cooking facilities. Enjoy the tranquillity of the water feature, or the tall greenery providing a peaceful and private space to entertain family or friends.
Delivering excellence within a location that is renowned for its popularity, enjoy fabulous proximity to a wide range of lifestyle conveniences. Multiple schools are nearby whilst the suburb is well serviced by parkland, local shops and public transport. In addition, Westfield Woden is nearby as well as easy access to major transport corridors delivering you to both the north and south sides with ease.
Features:
- Prestigious Hughes property on 813m2 block with expansive views
- Master residence with 4 bedrooms plus dual residence downstairs with internal or external access
- Designer kitchen with granite benchtops, ample cabinetry and storage space, double pantry, Miele dishwasher, Bosch stovetop and Oven.
- Master bathroom, 2x ensuites and powder room with floor to ceiling tiles and high quality fixtures
-Ducted heating and refrigerated air conditioning
- Fully enclosed backyard
-Double glazed windows
- Undercover entertaining area with built-in BBQ and cooking facilities
- Separate workshop near the garage
- Wine cellar and incredible under house storage
- Double garage with internal access
-An additional carport space
- Two additional carports
-Abundance of easy care, established fruit trees in the backyard
Land size: 813m2 (approx.)
Living size: 223m2 (approx.)
Land value: $985,000 (2022)
Rates: $4,743 (approx.)
Land tax: $8,169 (approx.)
Construction: 1965
EER: 3.0
Listing description written by Jane Macken, LJ Hooker Woden and Weston — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.