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12 Cato Dr, Pelican Waters QLD 4551

House

$1,800,000

Last sold

30 Mar 2026

4

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

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What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $1,800,000 (30 Mar 2026).(Recorded sale)

What could make it worth more?

  • FactZoned Emerging Community Zone (Emerging Community Zone) under the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014.(Sunshine Coast Council · 31 Aug 2026)

What could make it worth less?

  • FactLow Flood Risk Area intersects 90.1% of this parcel.(Sunshine Coast Council · 31 Aug 2026)
  • FactHigh Flood Risk Area intersects 8.6% of this parcel.(Sunshine Coast Council · 31 Aug 2026)
  • FactModerate Flood Risk Area touches the boundary of this parcel in the official layer.(Sunshine Coast Council · 31 Aug 2026)

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Low Flood Risk Area affects this parcel — verify the mapped extent against the title / planning certificate before relying on unaffected land.
  2. 2High Flood Risk Area affects this parcel — verify the mapped extent against the title / planning certificate before relying on unaffected land.
  3. 3Moderate Flood Risk Area touches the parcel boundary — verify the mapped extent against the title / planning certificate before relying on unaffected land.

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

$1,800,000

30 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale

Pelican Waters at a glance

8,596

People

$1,582,500

Median sale

$724/wk

Median rent

2.38%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Pelican Waters report →

Vs Pelican Waters

+13.7%

Median sale

Suburb $1,582,500

-0.29 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 2.38%

Suburb median $1,582,500 from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014

Zone

Emerging Community Zone

Emerging Community Zone

Jurisdiction

Sunshine Coast Council

Sunshine Coast, QLD

Planning overlays

  • Low Flood Risk AreaDetected — 90.1% of parcel

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: Sunshine Coast Council
  • Dataset: PlanningScheme_Zoning_SCC Zones
  • Retrieved: 31 Aug 2026
  • Version: 2014
  • Parcel: 5012SP338753

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

Detected — official

The official layer maps a flood zone on this parcel, intersecting about 90.1% of it (Sunshine Coast Council, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.

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 retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe↗.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$1,800,00030 Mar 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted2 Mar 2026
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted2 Mar 2026

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

QLD

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Confidence: medium

Zoned Emerging Community Zone (Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014). Official parcel area about 450 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks constrained (often the rear or handle of the lot). 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: medium

90.1% of the official parcel intersects the loaded flood overlay. Layer: Low Flood Risk Area. Also mapped: High Flood Risk Area (8.6% of the parcel). That is a finance, insurance, and rentability screen — distinct from whether the land can be subdivided. It is not a flood certificate or an insurer quote. Flood overlay on a material share of the lot can kill a rear-lot or battleaxe subdivision story. 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: Low Flood Risk Area; High Flood Risk Area. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $724/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. Flood on or flagged for this lot can discount tenant demand versus a dry comparable.

What competition will it face?

Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Verdict

What this means for this property

Districts view

This looks more like a hold-as-is house than a development site. Flood on the lot is the first thing to price.

Detail

The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: Low Flood Risk Area; High Flood Risk Area. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.

Read more

Nearby competing dwellings and net yield are still unknown.

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 Emerging Community Zone (Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014). Official parcel area about 450 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks constrained (often the rear or handle of the lot). This is a screen, not a planning certificate.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

  • 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

    The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: Low Flood Risk Area; High Flood Risk Area. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.

  • Lot-level flood

    Knownmedium

    90.1% of the official parcel intersects the loaded flood overlay. Layer: Low Flood Risk Area. Also mapped: High Flood Risk Area (8.6% of the parcel). That is a finance, insurance, and rentability screen — distinct from whether the land can be subdivided. It is not a flood certificate or an insurer quote.

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    No DA adapter returned applications for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Pelican Waters in one glance

Pelican Waters at a glance

8,596

People

$1,582,500

Median sale

$724/wk

Median rent

2.38%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Pelican Waters report →

Keep researching

  • Why Pelican Waters? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Pelican Waters →
  • Other records on Cato Dr →

Listing material

Listed by Henzells Caloundra

CONTEMPORARY COASTAL LIVING AT ITS FINEST

Welcome to 12 Cato Drive, an exceptional family residence where every detail has been thoughtfully considered. From the carefully chosen fixtures and finishes to the intelligently designed living spaces, this home blends style and functionality effortlessly. Spacious, light filled interiors flow seamlessly to the outdoors, while side access provides ample room for your boat or caravan, making this property the perfect combination of comfort, practicality, and contemporary design.

The heart of this home lies in its impressive open plan living area, which offers a seamless flow between the indoors and outdoors. The stylish kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring premium Fisher & Paykel appliances, including a free standing gas cooker, dishwasher, and built-in microwave. The convenient butler's pantry with a sink adds additional storage and functionality, perfect for keeping your kitchen organised. A striking 40mm stone island bench serves as the centrepiece of the kitchen, offering both a practical workspace and a stylish focal point.

Step outside to discover a resort style inground pool, complemented by a spacious seating area ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The east facing backyard offers the perfect setting to enjoy the morning sun, creating a peaceful and inviting outdoor space

Read the full description

The elegant timber tread stairs lead you upstairs, where you'll find a spacious retreat area, perfect for quiet relaxation or a cozy family hangout. The master suite is a true highlight of this home, offering a large walk in wardrobe and a luxurious ensuite that provides a private escape from the world. Three additional bedrooms are located upstairs, all with built in wardrobes, and share a beautifully appointed main bathroom. Plus, there is an additional study or casual living room on the lower level.

With high ceilings throughout, the home feels spacious and airy. Practicality is also prioritised, with under stair storage helping you keep the space clutter free. The home is equipped with ducted air-conditioning and 6.6kW of solar to ensure year round comfort, making it a perfect retreat no matter the season.

This home is thoughtfully designed for effortless living, with a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces that captures the essence of coastal living. Whether you're hosting friends by the pool, preparing a meal in the stylish kitchen, or unwinding in the spacious master suite, every detail of this home is designed with comfort and style in mind.

With easy access to parks, the marina, and local amenities, 12 Cato Drive is not just a home, it's a lifestyle.

~ Generously proportioned home with four bedrooms plus study

~ Less than 12 months old

~ Versatile indoor and outdoor living spaces

~ 6.6kW Solar, Side access, ducted air conditioning, high ceilings

~ Short walk to 2.2ha park, Pelican Waters Marina, shops, cafes and restaurants

~ Minutes to Golden Beach Esplanade, Caloundra CBD, award-winning beaches

~ Approximately 15 mins to Sunshine Coast University Hospital, 35 mins to Sunshine Coast Airport, 45-50 mins to Noosa, 1h15 to Brisbane CBD/airport

Quote this reference when enquiring on this property: CATO12

(This property may be advertised without a price. In accordance with legislation, a price guide can only be provided via nearby comparable sales. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes).

DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided regarding this property; however, no warranty or representation is made by the seller or agent. All details are sourced from information deemed reliable. Accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Prospective buyers are advised to conduct their own inspections, enquiries, and searches with the appropriate authorities.

Listing description written by Morgan Bonanno, Henzells Caloundra — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Ducted Cooling
  • Ducted Heating
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • In-Ground Pool
  • Remote Garage
  • Rumpus Room
  • Secure Parking
  • Solar Panels
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