East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › East Ipswich › Tongue St
$730,000
Last sold
17 June 2026
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
411 m²
Land
77 m²
Building
Districts View
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
$730,000
17 June 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in East Ipswich (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $780/m² of land (n=154). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs East Ipswich
-2.0%
Median sale
Suburb $745,000
+0.07 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.51%
Suburb median $745,000 from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data unavailable for this jurisdiction (no_adapter:QLD)
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
QLDZoning is not available (no_adapter). 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 (no_adapter). 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 $503/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
UnknownZoning is not available (no_adapter).
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 (no_adapter). 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
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
East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by NGU Real Estate Ipswich CentralProperty Details at a Glance:
- Built Circa 1900
- 77m² Home on 411m² Block
- Council Rates - $459/Quarter (Approx)
- Water Rates - $232/Plus Consumption
- Rental Appraisal $480 - $500 /Per week
Tucked away behind established hedging and mature shade trees, this beautifully maintained miner's cottage offers a rare blend of privacy, character and convenience in one of East Ipswich's most sought after pockets. Rich in timeless charm, the home showcases polished timber floorboards, traditional VJ walls, soaring ceilings and stunning leadlight features that celebrate its heritage while creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout.
A welcoming front verandah sets the tone, providing the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee while enjoying the peaceful garden setting. Inside, the spacious air conditioned living area flows effortlessly through to a separate dining room, creating a practical layout that retains all the charm of a classic Queensland cottage. Natural light filters through the home, highlighting the beautiful timber floors and character details that make properties like this so special.
The kitchen combines cottage appeal with everyday functionality, featuring timber benchtops, decorative leadlight cabinetry, ample storage and a freestanding gas cooker. Accommodation is serviced by a renovated bathroom complete with a full size bathtub, while the generous internal laundry adds further practicality to the home's thoughtful design.
Stepping outside, you'll discover a covered rear entertaining deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Framed by established gardens and mature greenery, this private outdoor space offers plenty of room for children, pets and entertaining. With covered car accommodation, a garden shed and a secure fenced yard, the property delivers the perfect balance of charm, comfort and functionality.
Property Highlights
- Secure Gated Entry
- Fully Fenced Backyard
- Covered Front Verandah
- Freestanding Gas Cooker
- 2.4m x 2.8m Garden Shed
- Air Conditioned Living Area
- Private Established Garden
- Covered Car Accommodation
- Covered Rear Entertaining Deck
- Beautiful Leadlight Glass Features
- High Ceilings & Character VJ Walls
- Separate Living and Dining Spaces
- Decorative Leadlight Kitchen Cabinetry
- Traditional East Ipswich Miner's Cottage
- Renovated Bathroom with Full Size Bath
- Polished Timber Floorboards Throughout
- Character Kitchen with Timber Benchtops
Location Highlights
- 2 minute drive to East Ipswich Train Station
- 3 minute drive to Ipswich Girls' Grammar School
- 4 minute drive to Ipswich CBD
- 4 minute drive to Riverlink Shopping Centre
- 5 minute drive to Ipswich Hospital
- 5 minute drive to Queens Park
- 6 minute drive to Ipswich Grammar School
- 7 minute drive to Silkstone Village Shopping Centre
- 10 minute drive to Booval Fair Shopping Centre
- 15 minute drive to Orion Springfield Central
- 35 minute drive to Brisbane CBD
Character homes with this level of privacy, charm and convenience are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Combining timeless miner's cottage appeal with practical modern updates and a peaceful garden setting, 12A Tongue Street presents a wonderful opportunity to secure a piece of East Ipswich's rich history while enjoying all the benefits of contemporary living. Whether you're looking to move straight in, invest or simply embrace the character lifestyle, this is a home that will capture your heart from the moment you arrive.
Listing Agents:
Daniel Parsons & Noah Atley
The Danny P Team – NGU Real Estate Ipswich Central
Don't be disappointed - Call Daniel now: 0466 461 772
Results Speak Louder Than Words.
Listing description written by Daniel Parsons, NGU Real Estate Ipswich Central — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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