Geelong West at a glance
8,284
People
$880,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
2.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Geelong West › Bowlers Ave
$945,000
Last sold
13 Nov 2024
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
148 m²
Land
Districts View
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Price evidence
Last sold
$945,000
13 Nov 2024 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded Townhouse sales in Geelong West (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $3,892/m² of land (n=3). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Geelong West at a glance
8,284
People
$880,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
2.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Geelong West
+7.4%
Median sale
Suburb $880,000
-0.19 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.75%
Suburb median $880,000 from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 4
GRZ4
Jurisdiction
Greater Geelong
Greater Geelong, VIC
Official property report
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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 maps a heritage listed area on this parcel, intersecting about 99.8% of it (Vicmap Planning, retrieved 2 Sept 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
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 4 · GRZ4 (ZN). Official parcel area about 148 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. 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.” Heritage constraint may block demolition or dual occupancy even on a large block. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO1961); SPECIAL BUILDING OVERLAY. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $466/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. Heritage constraints are a maintenance and alteration cost, not usually a rent premium by themselves.
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
Loaded constraints look like they kill a naive land-size story. Pay house money, or walk, until a planner confirms a pathway.
Detail
The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO1961); SPECIAL BUILDING OVERLAY. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.
Nearby competing dwellings and net yield are still unknown.
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 4 · GRZ4 (ZN). Official parcel area about 148 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
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?
KnownmediumThe listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO1961); SPECIAL BUILDING OVERLAY. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.
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
Geelong West at a glance
8,284
People
$880,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
2.75%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Gartland PropertyLocated in the exclusive Metropol Residences, this architecturally-designed townhouse creates a luxurious haven of the highest standard.
From the moment you step inside, you'll fall in love with the sense of peace and privacy this residence offers. Soaring square-set ceilings enhance the contemporary interiors. A void with a floor-to-ceiling window makes a stunning statement in the open plan living/dining/kitchen zone, which occupies the mid-level of the home. You'll love that this living zone opens onto the balcony, creating the perfect setting for both everyday enjoyment and entertaining loved ones. The kitchen exudes modern elegance with stone waterfall benchtops, a built-in pantry, integrated F&P dishwasher and SMEG cooking appliances (oven, gas cooktop, rangehood).
Boasting access to a private courtyard, the main bedroom creates a peaceful retreat on the ground level complete with mirrored built-in robes and an en suite with large shower. The third level is home to two bedrooms with mirrored built-in robes, a light-filled study nook, main bathroom and separate toilet. Floor-to-ceiling tiling and stone benchtops add a touch of luxury to both bathrooms, with the main bathroom featuring an open shower and freestanding tub. Other features include double-glazing, four split-system air conditioners, a European laundry, and a remote double garage with internal access.
A superb lifestyle awaits with West Park virtually on your doorstep. Just stroll through the leafy park and you'll find yourself in the cosmopolitan hub of Pakington Street, which is home to the finest cafes, restaurants and boutiques. A variety of nearby schools includes Newtown's private colleges. The Geelong Train Station is within walking distance for Melbourne commuters, while the delights of the Geelong CBD and Waterfront are moments away.
Potential rent return at $685 per week. To discuss in further detail please contact Emily Reid on 0477 922 969.
Listing description written by Will Ainsworth, Gartland Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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