Lake Cathie at a glance
5,286
People
$880,000
Median sale
$640/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Lake Cathie › Waterside Way
$580,000
Last sold
5 June 2025
0
Bedrooms
0
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
500 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
$580,000
5 June 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded Land sales in Lake Cathie (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $904/m² of land (n=11). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lake Cathie at a glance
5,286
People
$880,000
Median sale
$640/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Lake Cathie
-34.1%
Median sale
Suburb $880,000
+1.96 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.78%
Suburb median $880,000 from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Environmental Plan 2011
Zone
General Residential
R1
Jurisdiction
Port Macquarie-Hastings
Port Macquarie-Hastings, 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 General Residential · R1 (Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 502 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 $640/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.
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 General Residential · R1 (Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 502 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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned General Residential · R1 (Port Macquarie-Hastings Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 502 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
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
Lake Cathie at a glance
5,286
People
$880,000
Median sale
$640/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White Port MacquariePositioned in a sought-after estate, this north-facing 500m² vacant block presents an exceptional opportunity to design and build a home that embraces both natural surroundings and modern convenience. Bordered by coastal reserve and featuring elevated mountain views from the rear, this site offers a private and scenic setting.
A boardwalk nearby provides direct access to Rainbow Beach, where pristine sands and ocean views create an ideal coastal environment. The property is located 2.4km from Lake Cathie's village centre, with essential services, cafés, and a tavern all within easy reach. Port Macquarie is a 15-minute drive away, offering a broader range of amenities, dining, and entertainment. Lake Cathie Primary School is within 3km, adding to the area's appeal for families.
The region is well-known for its fishing spots, lake foreshore, and nearby national parks, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Local wineries and scenic rural landscapes contribute to the area's relaxed lifestyle, making it a highly desirable location for homeowners and investors alike.
The block is serviced with power, NBN, and town water, ensuring a straightforward building process. Surrounded by modern coastal homes, this estate offers a well-planned, community-focused environment suited to a range of architectural styles.
A rare opportunity to secure coastal land in a high-growth area. Enquire for further details.
- 500m² north-facing vacant block in Catarina Estate
- Coastal reserve backdrop, peaceful mountain views
- Nearby boardwalk access to Rainbow Beach
- 2.4km to Lake Cathie shops, cafés, and tavern
- 15-minute drive to Port Macquarie's amenities
- Within 3km of Lake Cathie Primary School
- Close to fishing spots, lake, parks, and wineries
- Power, NBN, and town water ready to connect
- Surrounded by modern homes in coastal community
- Rare chance to build in a high-growth location
Listing description written by Michael Nardi, Ray White Port Macquarie — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.