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NSW › New Lambton Heights › Candlebark Way

12 Candlebark Way, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305

House

$1,350,000

Last sold

23 July 2026

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

805 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 $1,350,000 (23 July 2026).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 805 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in New Lambton Heights (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,681/m² of land (n=94). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • FactZoned Low Density Residential (R2) under the Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014.(NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer · 30 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

$1,350,000

23 July 2026 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in New Lambton Heights (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,681/m² of land (n=94). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

New Lambton Heights at a glance

2,449

People

$1,290,000

Median sale

$857/wk

Median rent

3.45%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full New Lambton Heights report →

Vs New Lambton Heights

+4.7%

Median sale

Suburb $1,290,000

-0.15 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.45%

Suburb median $1,290,000 from 29 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

Low Density Residential

R2

Jurisdiction

Lake Macquarie

Lake Macquarie, NSW

Planning overlays

  • heightDetected
  • heritageNot detected

Planning constraints

  • 98.5

Development activity

Not detected

Source

  • Provider: NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer
  • Dataset: Planning Portal Principal Planning — Land Zoning Map
  • Retrieved: 30 Aug 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 100624438

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 30 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$1,350,00023 July 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted18 June 2026
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted18 June 2026

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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 807 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 $857/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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 807 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.

4 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownmedium

    Zoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 807 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 807 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

    Knownmedium

    No development applications were returned for this parcel. That is not a statement about nearby lots.

  • 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

New Lambton Heights in one glance

New Lambton Heights at a glance

2,449

People

$1,290,000

Median sale

$857/wk

Median rent

3.45%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full New Lambton Heights report →

Keep researching

  • Why New Lambton Heights? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in New Lambton Heights →
  • Other records on Candlebark Way →

Listing material

Listed by Dalton Partners The Junction

First Time to Market – Delightful Family Sanctuary with Excellent Entertaining

Tucked away within a gorgeously leafy pocket, this first time to market home is a delightful family sanctuary with excellent entertaining, creating a peaceful haven where everything is in place for you to simply move in and enjoy. Solidly built and superbly spacious, the home reveals an effortless flow through three separate living areas, centred by a dazzling kitchen culinary enthusiasts will adore. And as for entertaining, this could not be more appealing! Relaxed and inviting, the expansive covered alfresco provides the perfect spot to unwind, looking out over the sparkling inground pool, which is sure to be a hit with the kids. A grassy yard sits at the back of the property offering further space to play, featuring a handy garden shed to keep clutter tidied away. Creating an airy escape, the master is just as impressive, boasting a walk-in and ensuite with heated flooring, plus the potential to transform the adjoining bedroom into a delightful parents' retreat. There are two additional bedrooms - also robed - gathered around the full family bathroom. Completing this fantastic family package are features that include ducted AC, a laundry with WC, and a double garage with internal entry. Of course, the location has plenty going for it too! It's a short drive to John Hunter Hospital, Blackbutt Reserve and Westfield Kotara, with Newcastle CBD also only 10km away.

* Quality brick-and-tile home in highly desirable setting

* Peaceful locale close to parks and schools

Read the full description

* Front verandah looks out over manicured front yard

* Elegant neutrals, lovely timber floors, thoughtful design touches such as plantation shutters

* Great versatility through three living spaces, ideal for family living

* Beautiful skylit kitchen with large island, stone counters, modern appliances, abundant storage

* Master suite with walk-in robe and polished ensuite featuring frameless glass shower and heated flooring

* Three bedrooms, each with built-in robe

* Main bathroom with bath, shower, separate WC

* Laundry with enclosed WC conveniently placed off kitchen

* Large covered alfresco framed by great pool and grassy kid-friendly yard

* Ducted AC and ceiling fans keep home comfortable

* Garden shed, excellent storage, double garage

* Shopping closeby in Wallsend, Jesmond Central and Westfield Kotara

Council Rates: $2,700 PA approx

Water Rates: $951 + Usage PA approx

Rent Potential: $900 - $950PW approx

Listing description written by John Kerr, Dalton Partners The Junction — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Ducted Cooling
  • Ducted Heating
  • Ensuites: 1
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • In-Ground Pool
  • Remote Garage
  • Secure Parking

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