West Mackay at a glance
6,621
People
$648,500
Median sale
$636/wk
Median rent
5.10%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 44 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › West Mackay › Donaldson St
$505,000
Last sold
22 Aug 2024
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
802 m²
Land
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
$505,000
22 Aug 2024 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in West Mackay (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $758/m² of land (n=131). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
West Mackay at a glance
6,621
People
$648,500
Median sale
$636/wk
Median rent
5.10%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 44 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs West Mackay
-22.1%
Median sale
Suburb $648,500
+1.45 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 5.10%
Suburb median $648,500 from 44 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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $636/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. 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.
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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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.
Area
West Mackay at a glance
6,621
People
$648,500
Median sale
$636/wk
Median rent
5.10%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 44 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Pinpoint PropertyThis charming cottage-style home on a sprawling 802m2 corner block in the ever popular West Mackay is everything a first homebuyer, downsizer or investor could need. Situated just minutes from a selection of great schools, the Botanic Gardens, shopping centres and key employment hubs, you’ll love the convenience and connectedness on offer.
One of the first things you’ll notice about this home’s generous layout is how versatile it is, especially for dual living needs. As part of the existing 2 bay garage is a large, light-filled space with timber-look vinyl floors and separate sliding door access. This zone is perfect for extra storage or as a hobbies space, operating a home based business, hosting extended family for the holidays or giving your eldest child their own space to thrive. Speaking of extra space, along with 2 oversized bedrooms in a separate wing of the home, you’ll have another room off the main living/dining zone behind bi-fold doors with carpeted flooring and loads of built-in storage. Treat this as a 3rd bedroom, study, games or media room, you name it!
Outside, there’s so much room for the kids and pets to play, and the yard has been made even more secure with brand new timber fencing to the street-facing boundaries for your peace of mind including double gated access to the garage and yard. Having been extensively cleared of trees and gardens, the yard is also now the ideal blank canvas for you to install a big shed, pool, fire pit area, additional parking for the boat/caravan or whatever else suits your lifestyle! Or, if you’re simply looking to kick your feet up and enjoy the fresh air as soon as you move in, the all-weather patio with full fly screening will be the ideal place to do so.
Why we LOVE 126 Donaldson Street…
- Family-friendly location – This sunny pocket of West Mackay is popular amongst families for its walkability & great selection of amenities. On the weekends, why not enjoy a bike ride to the Botanic Gardens or go fishing off the Bridge Road Pier?
- Convenient upgrades – Some of the refreshments made by the current owner include substantial garden & tree clearing to the yard, exterior repainting, interior paint touch-ups, ensuring all 3 bedrooms are now air-conditioned including a new near split unit to the 3rd bedroom, solar system added, & new timber fencing to the street-facing boundaries, complete with pedestrian gate & wide double gate to the garage & yard (great for if you install a shed in future!)
- Spacious living, dining & kitchen – At entry you’ll find an expansive layout of living & dining with a combination of timber floors & carpet. Just off this zone is the tiled existing kitchen with neutral toned cabinetry, plenty of bench space, appliances including electric oven & induction cooktop, a wide fridge space & quick access to the laundry for ease of housekeeping
- Spacious & air-conditioned bedrooms – Tucked away from the main living zone are 2 spacious bedrooms with carpet, split A/C & modern ceiling fans. The 3rd bedroom is situated off the living/dining zone with near new split A/C, original built-in storage & bi-fold doors. The main bedroom can easily accommodate a king-sized ensemble for that extra luxurious feel & includes combination of original built-in storage & addition of a sliding robe with hanging space, shelving & drawers
- Expansive main bathroom – Conveniently positioned near the bedroom wing, your heritage-style bathroom features a stunning timber vanity with stained glass cabinets, decorative floor tiling, glass screen shower, toilet & built-in storage
- Existing garage with 2 extra storage rooms - Not only is this home’s single garage with added convenience of an automatic roller door a great space for parking, but branching off it you’ll also have a light-filled space ideal as an extra storage/hobbies/home business area, rumpus/games room or ideal zone for visiting family or as a teenage retreat. There is also an original workshop at rear of garage for keeping all the tools & gardening gear organised & a large laundry zone with tub sink & 2nd toile
- Additional features include A/C throughout, security screens to all windows plus front & rear door the main floor of the home, built-in shelving to the workshop & more!
Why we LOVE West Mackay…
- Everything a family needs is on your doorstep, from parks & playgrounds, sporting facilities & the local schools to childcare, transport & shops
- Walk to the park or Botanic Gardens from home – There are so many great spots nearby to enjoy a quiet walk or a picnic. You could even enjoy a nice catch up with friends over brunch at the Gardens café
- Minutes to work (so close you could ride a bike) – Spend less time getting to & from work, more time doing the things you love. Key employment hubs close to home include the Base Hospital, Paget Industrial Estate, CQ University & the Mackay CBD
- An amazing extended backyard – Go for a run or a bike ride along the scenic blue Water Trail, cast a line in the Pioneer River, or head to the stunning Far Beach, popular as a walking beach with locals. When it comes to the natural environment you will be spoilt for choice here
- Next level convenience & great dining out options – Home is just a few minutes’ drive from Canelands Shopping Centre & Coles at Parkside Plaza, plus the CBD, Airport & a great selection of café, bar & dining options
Disclaimer: This property is being sold without a price and therefore a price guide cannot/ or may not be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes.
All information has been obtained from the seller. The agent/s cannot verify its accuracy and do not give any warranty as to errors or omissions, if any, in these particulars. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection and making their own inquiries or otherwise as to the accuracy of the particulars. Location shots and use of furniture (real or virtual) are for visual display purposes only and not included in sale. Photographic enhancements including grass and other edits are for visual purposes only and we encourage a physical or virtual inspection to verify property condition. We are not financial advisors or deem to provide financial advice and urge all prospective purchasers to make their own inquiry into funding available.
Listing description written by Danielle Law, Pinpoint Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.