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12 Charles St, Balaklava SA 5461

House

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

458 m²

Land

103 m²

Building

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • CalculationLand 458 m² against a 103 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Balaklava (last 5 years) with land size: median $313/m² of land (n=38). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • InterpretationA large lot with a small dwelling means the value case rests on the land and what the zone allows on it, not the house.

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?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Balaklava (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $313/m² of land (n=38). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Balaklava at a glance

2,130

People

$400,000

Median sale

$402/wk

Median rent

5.23%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Balaklava report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

i

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 retrieved

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

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown27 Apr 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted11 Mar 2026
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted11 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

SA

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” 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 $402/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. 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

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.”

Read more

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

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.

1 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • 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?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried 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

Balaklava in one glance

Balaklava at a glance

2,130

People

$400,000

Median sale

$402/wk

Median rent

5.23%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 6 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Balaklava report →

Keep researching

  • Why Balaklava? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Balaklava →
  • Other records on Charles St →

Listing material

Listed by Ray White Clare Valley

Country Character and Endless Potential on Charles Street

12 Charles Street, Balaklava presents a character filled three bedroom home brimming with potential. Offering one bathroom and a central living area, the home provides a solid foundation for those looking to renovate and add value. Inside, charming period features remain throughout, including three fireplaces with decorative mantels that showcase the home's original character. With high ceilings, classic detailing and a layout ready for transformation, this property presents an exciting opportunity for renovators to restore its charm and create something truly special.

Outside, the property continues to impress with generous outdoor space and practical features. At the front of the home, a welcoming verandah provides a classic street presence, along with a double undercover carport providing convenient off street parking. Moving to the rear of the property, you will find a spacious backyard featuring large established fruit trees that create natural shade and a pleasant outdoor setting. The open yard offers plenty of space for gardening, entertaining, or future improvements, while a shed at the back of the property provides additional storage or workspace.

Located in the heart of Balaklava, this property offers the charm of relaxed country living within a welcoming rural community. The township provides convenient access to everyday essentials, including local shops, cafés, a supermarket, schools and community facilities. With a strong sense of community and essential services close by, Balaklava offers an appealing lifestyle while still being within comfortable driving distance of larger regional centres. This property will be going to Auction unless SOLD prior, to register your interest please phone Connor Young 0402 775 599 or Shane Hawkins 0498 835 373

Read the full description

Features You'll Love:

- The front facade includes a shaded verandah, creating a welcoming entrance to the home and providing a comfortable outdoor area to greet guests or enjoy time outside while being protected from the sun.

- A double carport provides convenient off street parking and helps protect vehicles from weather exposure.

- A large established tree at the front of the home creates natural shade, while also adding greenery and street appeal to the property.

- Upon entering the home, a central hallway leads to three bedrooms, each with windows that allow natural light to filter inside.

- Three fireplaces with decorative mantels highlight the home's original character and period charm, offering distinctive features that could be restored as part of a renovation.

- The living area includes glossy timber wall detailing, which contributes to the home's traditional style and adds visual warmth to the space.

- The bathroom features a pedestal basin and grab rail within the shower area, offering practical functionality and accessibility.

- The spacious backyard is a standout feature of the property, offering a large open area that provides plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, or future improvements.

- Established lemon and mandarin trees add greenery to the yard while also producing fresh fruit, creating a practical and appealing addition to the outdoor space.

- A shed located at the rear of the property offers additional storage space.

- A rainwater tank provides an additional water source, which contributes to a more sustainable property setup.

Location Highlights

- Balaklava offers a welcoming country atmosphere, known for its quiet streets and strong sense of community.

- The town serves as a regional service centre, providing convenient access to essential amenities including a supermarket, pharmacy, butcher, mechanics and local cafés.

- Local education options are well catered for, with facilities including a Community Children's Centre, primary school, high school and a Christian school.

- Located approximately 90 minutes from Adelaide, Balaklava allows residents to enjoy a relaxed country lifestyle while still having access to the city when required.

- The town is also home to the annual Balaklava Cup, a well known regional horse racing event held each September that attracts visitors from across the region.

Specifications:

Built - 1890

House -103sqm (approx.)

Land - 458sqm (approx.)

Frontage - 16m

Zoned - N - Neighbourhood

Council - Wakefield council

Hotwater -Electric

Easement - Please see Form 1

Mains Water - Yes

Rainwater - N/A

Mains Electricity -Yes

Solar - N/A

Gas - N/A

Sewerage -Septic

NBN Available - FTTN Available

Heating - 3 Fireplaces

The safety of our clients, staff and the community is extremely important to us, so we have implemented strict hygiene policies at all our properties. We welcome your enquiry and look forward to hearing from you.

Ray White Clare Valley Sales - RLA 345261

*Disclaimer: Neither the Agent nor the Vendor accept any liability for any error or omission in this advertisement. All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions. Any prospective purchaser should not rely solely on 3rd party information providers to confirm the details of this property or land and are advised to enquire directly with the agent in order to review the certificate of title and local government details provided with the completed Form 1 vendor statement.

Listing description written by Connor Young, Ray White Clare Valley — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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