Ararat at a glance
8,414
People
$450,000
Median sale
$436/wk
Median rent
5.04%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 134 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$540,000
Last sold
8 Apr 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
400 m²
Land
151 m²
Building
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
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
$540,000
8 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Ararat (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $518/m² of land (n=123). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Ararat at a glance
8,414
People
$450,000
Median sale
$436/wk
Median rent
5.04%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 134 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Ararat
+20.0%
Median sale
Suburb $450,000
-0.84 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 5.04%
Suburb median $450,000 from 134 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
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.
Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
VICPlanning 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.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $436/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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
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.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownArea
Ararat at a glance
8,414
People
$450,000
Median sale
$436/wk
Median rent
5.04%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 134 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Elders Real Estate AraratFor buyers seeking a home that showcases quality, thoughtful design and modern comfort, this custom-built residence at 12 Thomas Street, Ararat delivers the perfect balance of contemporary luxury and low-maintenance living. Constructed in 2025 to an exceptional standard, every element has been carefully considered to create a home that truly stands apart.
Peacefully positioned in a quiet pocket of Ararat, the home enjoys the convenience of being just a short stroll to a primary school, childcare centre, convenience store, hardware store and gym – offering effortless family living while still providing a sense of privacy and retreat.
Inside, meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout, with spaces designed to be both highly functional and a genuine pleasure to live in.
Highlights include:
Light-filled open plan living area, creating a warm and inviting space to relax year-round
2550mm high ceilings, enhancing natural light and the sense of space
Stunning 40mm stone benchtops with waterfall ends in the kitchen, combining durability with designer appeal
900mm electric appliances, perfect for home cooks who value both style and performance
Split system heating and cooling for effortless year-round comfort
Extensive electrical inclusions with energy-efficient LED downlights for a sleek, modern finish
Quality floor coverings providing a refined and comfortable ambience underfoot
Block out blinds throughout for privacy and excellent light control
Tiling to 1200mm in bathrooms and ensuite, adding a luxurious touch
Designer tapware selected for both aesthetics and long-term durability
Every feature has been thoughtfully selected to ensure the home is stylish, practical and easy to maintain, making it ideal for both owner-occupiers and investors alike.
Currently leased to quality renters at $510 per week until January 2027, this property represents an outstanding investment opportunity.
For those who appreciate superior craftsmanship, modern finishes and a home that has been designed with care, 12 Thomas Street is sure to impress. Contact Linda Fry today to arrange your private inspection and experience the quality for yourself.
Listing description written by Linda Fry, Elders Real Estate Ararat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownStatutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNet yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.