Black Forest at a glance
2,014
People
$1,155,375
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
2.46%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Black Forest › Cowper Rd
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
5
Car spaces
696 m²
Land
308 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Black Forest (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,808/m² of land (n=24). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Black Forest at a glance
2,014
People
$1,155,375
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
2.46%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
Planning and Design Code
Zone
Suburban Neighbourhood
SN
Jurisdiction
Unley
Unley, SA
25027298
Alterations and additions to the existing dwelling
Under Assessment · Lodged 9 Sept 2025
Council site report24034648
Retrospective privacy screen to a height of 2.95 metres
Decision Made · Lodged 27 Nov 2024
Council site reportSource
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
SAZoned Suburban Neighbourhood · SN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 700 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. Zoning and lot facts are a starting point, not proof this lot outperforms the suburb. 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.” Street frontage and true lot geometry are not confirmed without open cadastre. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. 2 development applications on this parcel. Code Assessed - Performance Assessed (Under Assessment); Code Assessed - Performance Assessed (Decision Made) Latest lodgement recorded 2025-09-09. These are this lot’s applications, not the neighbourhood pipeline. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $546/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.
4 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownlowZoned Suburban Neighbourhood · SN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 700 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Area
Black Forest at a glance
2,014
People
$1,155,375
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
2.46%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White Black ForestSet within one of Black Forest's most established pockets, Cowper Road is loved for its character homes, tree-lined streets and exceptional convenience, offering a family-friendly lifestyle just moments from transport, shopping precincts and the CBD. Behind the classic white picket fence sits a picturesque family home rich in charm, character and timeless appeal. Beautifully maintained and thoughtfully extended, the home showcases stunning original features including ornate ceilings, Baltic Pine flooring, fireplaces and soaring ceilings, creating a wonderful sense of warmth and space throughout. Designed for flexible family living, the home offers up to four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with multiple living options to suit growing families or those seeking versatility. At the heart of the home, the well-appointed kitchen features a gas cooktop, dishwasher, double sink and ample cabinetry, flowing seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining area. An inviting pergola creates the perfect setting for year-round gatherings, while the grassed yard offers space for kids and pets. Additional features include reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans, a feature gas fireplace, water tank, extra storage and a large powered shed with valuable drive-through access. Perfectly positioned within sought-after Black Forest, enjoy easy access to local shopping, cafés, gyms and public transport, with nearby bus stops and the Emerson train line. Zoned for Black Forest Primary School, Adelaide High School and Adelaide Botanic High School, with quality schooling options including Goodwood Primary, Edwardstown Primary, Plympton International and Mitcham Girls High School all nearby.
- Picturesque family home positioned behind a charming white picket fence
- North facing capturing beautiful natural light throughout the day
- Positioned within one of Black Forest's most established and tightly held pockets
- Beautiful character features throughout including ornate ceilings, fireplaces and Baltic Pine flooring
- Flexible four-bedroom family home with a second living area for added versatility
- Built-in robes to three bedrooms plus ample storage options throughout the home
- Well-appointed kitchen complete with gas cooktop, dishwasher, double sink and ample cabinetry
- Additional features including reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans, and gas fireplace
- Covered pergola entertaining area overlooking the backyard and lawn space for kids and pets
- Large powered shed with drive-through access, additional storage and water tank
- Exceptional location close to cafés, shopping, public transport, quality schooling options and easy CBD access
Other Information:
Title: Torrens Title
Council: City of Unley
Zoning: Suburban Neighbourhood
Build: c1925
Total Land Area: 696m2 (approx)
Build Area: 308.2m2 (approx)
Council Rates: $2,614.75 p/a
SA Water: $307.24 p/q
Emergency Services Levy: $255.55 p/a
Rental Assessment: $900 p/w
All information has been obtained from sources deemed to be accurate, however, it cannot be guaranteed and neither the agent, agency or vendor accepts any liability for errors, omissions or oversights. Any reference to rates/outgoings, school zoning, planning consent, land/building sizes, build year, and solar panels are all approximate. It is recommended any interested parties conduct their own due diligence. If this property is being offered via public auction, the Form 1 (vendors statement) will be on display 3 business days prior to the auction, and for 30 minutes preceding the auction at the place of auction. RLA325330.
Listing description written by Daniel Seach, Ray White Black Forest — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Nearby development pipeline
Nearby 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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 700 m² — land size can look like optionality. No 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
Knownmedium2 development applications on this parcel. Code Assessed - Performance Assessed (Under Assessment); Code Assessed - Performance Assessed (Decision Made) Latest lodgement recorded 2025-09-09. These are this lot’s applications, not the neighbourhood pipeline.
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.