Carrington at a glance
2,266
People
$990,000
Median sale
$733/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Carrington › Fitzroy St
$1,035,000
Last sold
11 Apr 2026
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
253 m²
Land
Districts View
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
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
Last sold
$1,035,000
11 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Sources disagree on the sale price. All recorded figures are shown in the history below — Districts does not pick a winner.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Carrington (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $4,355/m² of land (n=66). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Carrington at a glance
2,266
People
$990,000
Median sale
$733/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Carrington
+4.5%
Median sale
Suburb $990,000
-0.17 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.85%
Suburb median $990,000 from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Public Recreation
RE1
Jurisdiction
Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
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 was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
NSWZoned Public Recreation · RE1 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 255 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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $733/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. 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.
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
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 Public Recreation · RE1 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 255 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
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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?
KnownmediumNo 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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Carrington at a glance
2,266
People
$990,000
Median sale
$733/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by First National Real Estate Newcastle CityJust beyond the heart of Newcastle's vibrant CBD, this stylishly updated cottage delivers an exceptional blend of lifestyle, convenience, and connectivity. The location alone is worth celebrating… positioned opposite leafy sporting fields with parkrun, kayaking, and paddleboarding moments away, while lively pubs, clubs, and cafés sit just around the corner. Even if fitness and foodie pursuits aren't your thing, this neighbourhood is a paradise for dog lovers, with Throsby Creek access only 100 metres away. With Carrington Bridge close by, it's an easy stroll into the buzzing Newcastle West precinct and picturesque foreshore or hop on your bike and cruise to Newcastle Beach. This character-filled harbourside enclave is firmly on the rise, perfectly positioned to benefit from Newcastle's ever-evolving skyline and continued growth.
Nestled within this thriving community hub is a tranquil and private residence designed to make the most of its surroundings. Multiple outdoor and indoor living zones invite you to chase the sun throughout the day or unwind within the unique microclimates created by the beautifully landscaped gardens. Set on a low-maintenance corner block complete with productive edible gardens, the groundwork has already been laid for those inspired by a more sustainable lifestyle. This is far from your typical cottage. Expansive glazing, an open-plan layout, and a light-filled conservatory create a series of bright living spaces that feel effortlessly connected to nature.
Inside, the home offers two bedrooms, a dedicated study nook, and a kitchen and dining space designed for easy everyday living. A generous loft bedroom adds flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyle needs. Comfort is assured year-round with air conditioning and a cosy gas log fireplace. A spacious garage provides secure parking for one vehicle along with plenty of storage. There's also exciting scope to enhance the property further and truly maximise its coveted waterside setting. Future plans could include extending outward or building upward to capture parkland and water views (STCA).
- Corner allotment beside parkland and only moments from the harbour
- Elegant French doors opening to a veranda overlooking the river, complete with Ziptrak blinds for relaxed afternoon drinks
- Expansive loft bedroom with air conditioning, adaptable for multiple uses
- Dedicated study space with direct access to the veranda
- Kitchen with island bench flowing into a combined dining zone
- Spacious air-conditioned conservatory ideal for year-round living, opening onto a paved courtyard
- Beautifully landscaped edible street garden
- Single-car garage with generous storage capacity
- Established success as a high-performing Airbnb
- Potential to extend upward or redevelop to capture park and water outlooks (STCA)
- Currently leased for $800 per week
- Water rates are approximately $849 per year
- Council rates are approximately $2,684 per year
Disclaimer: We have obtained all information in this document from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Listing description written by George Rafty, First National Real Estate Newcastle City — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.