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13 Ballater Ave, Newtown VIC 3220

House

$936,000

Last sold

29 July 2023

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

702 m²

Land

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $936,000 (29 July 2023).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 702 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Newtown (last 5 years) with land size: median $2,206/m² of land (n=39). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$936,000

29 July 2023 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Newtown (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,206/m² of land (n=39). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Newtown at a glance

10,393

People

$1,327,500

Median sale

$500/wk

Median rent

1.96%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Newtown report →

Vs Newtown

-29.5%

Median sale

Suburb $1,327,500

+0.82 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 1.96%

Suburb median $1,327,500 from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$936,00029 July 2023
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted4 July 2023
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted4 July 2023

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

VIC

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $500/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Newtown in one glance

Newtown at a glance

10,393

People

$1,327,500

Median sale

$500/wk

Median rent

1.96%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Newtown report →

Keep researching

  • Why Newtown? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Newtown →
  • Other records on Ballater Ave →

Listing material

Listed by McGrath Geelong | Newtown

A Serene Riverside Lifestyle Awaits

Discover the epitome of elegant living with this exquisite property located in the highly sought-after river end of Newtown. Situated on a generous 702m2 (approx.) parcel of land, this stunning residence boasts four bedrooms, two bathrooms, multiple living zones and a sparkling pool. Offering an exceptional lifestyle.

As you step into this meticulously designed home, you will be captivated by its seamless fusion of contemporary architecture and timeless sophistication. The spacious layout creates an inviting ambiance, providing ample room for both relaxation and entertainment.

The four generously sized bedrooms, all equipped with built-in robes, offer a haven of tranquility, providing a private retreat for every member of the household. The master suite exudes opulence with expansive views towards the Highton Hills.

Read the full description

The heart of the home is the stylishly appointed kitchen, equipped with high-end appliances and ample storage, making it a chef's delight. The open-plan design seamlessly connects the kitchen to the dining area, promoting an inclusive atmosphere.

A highlight of this exceptional property is the inviting outdoor oasis. Step out into the expansive front patio, where a sparkling pool awaits, beckoning you to unwind and soak up the northern sun. Whether it's a refreshing dip on a hot summer's day or an evening soiree under the stars, the pool area provides the ideal setting.

Nestled in the highly coveted River End of Newtown, this property offers more than just a beautiful home. The location provides convenient access to an array of amenities, including renowned schools, vibrant shopping precincts, and picturesque parklands along the river. Enjoy the best of both worlds as you indulge in a serene riverside lifestyle while still being within close proximity to the Geelong CBD.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to secure your dream home in the exclusive river end of Newtown.

- 702m2 (approx.) block with the potential to add value

- Positioned in the highly sought-after River precinct

- Close proximity to the Barwon River and prestigious schools

- Walk to the Shannon Avenue and Pakington Street shopping strips

- Enjoy the summer with the stunning north-facing pool and outdoor area

- Four bedrooms plus study nook and multiple living zones

Listing description written by Jim Cross, McGrath Geelong | Newtown — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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