Mount Hutton at a glance
3,871
People
$870,000
Median sale
$684/wk
Median rent
4.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Mount Hutton › Merrivale Rd
$880,000
Last sold
17 Aug 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
355 m²
Land
126 m²
Building
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
$880,000
17 Aug 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Mount Hutton (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,333/m² of land (n=66). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Mount Hutton at a glance
3,871
People
$870,000
Median sale
$684/wk
Median rent
4.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Mount Hutton
+1.1%
Median sale
Suburb $870,000
-0.05 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.09%
Suburb median $870,000 from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014
Zone
Medium Density Residential
R3
Jurisdiction
Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie, NSW
Not detected
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 30 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 Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 355 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.
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 $684/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
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 Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 355 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.
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
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
KnownmediumZoned Medium Density Residential · R3 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 355 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
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
KnownmediumNo development applications were returned for this parcel. That is not a statement about nearby lots.
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
Mount Hutton at a glance
3,871
People
$870,000
Median sale
$684/wk
Median rent
4.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McFarlane Real EstateSet behind established gardens and framed by a wide frontage, this beautifully maintained home offers a warm and inviting first impression, with the space and flexibility that modern families appreciate. Thoughtfully updated throughout, it is a home that feels instantly comfortable from the moment you arrive.
Step inside to discover a light-filled interior where polished timber floors and neutral tones create a welcoming atmosphere. The spacious living room sits at the heart of the home, flowing effortlessly through to the dining area and updated kitchen. Well-appointed with ample storage, quality appliances and a practical layout, the kitchen is perfectly positioned for both everyday living and entertaining.
The home features three well-sized bedrooms, each offering comfort and natural light, while the renovated bathroom has been tastefully finished with contemporary fixtures and a fresh, modern feel.
Sliding doors open onto an expansive timber deck that overlooks the level, fully fenced backyard, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Flat, grassy & fully fenced, this private outdoor space offers plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, or watching children and pets enjoy the lawn.
Additional highlights include a double garage, ample off-street parking and air conditioning adding everyday convenience to an already appealing package.
Conveniently located in the heart of Mount Hutton, the property is just moments from everyday essentials and popular lifestyle amenities. Enjoy easy access to Lake Macquarie Square (approx. 650m) & Charlestown Square (approx. 4.3km). Families will appreciate the proximity to local schools, including Mount Hutton Public School (approximately 900m) and Hunter Sports High School (approximately 2.4km).
For more information and to schedule your inspection, please contact Jacob McFarlane from McFarlane Real Estate on (02) 4954 0399.
From all of us, we wish you every success in your search for your new home. If you would like to know more about this property or explore other available listings, please call or email us today!
DISCLAIMER: We have obtained all information provided here from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations and satisfy themselves of all aspects of such information including without limitation, any income, rentals, dimensions, areas, zoning and permits.
Listing description written by Jacob McFarlane, McFarlane Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.