Islington at a glance
2,320
People
$1,037,500
Median sale
$685/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$1,302,000
Last sold
20 Dec 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
242 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
$1,302,000
20 Dec 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Islington (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $3,940/m² of land (n=74). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Islington at a glance
2,320
People
$1,037,500
Median sale
$685/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Islington
+25.5%
Median sale
Suburb $1,037,500
-0.69 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.43%
Suburb median $1,037,500 from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Medium Density Residential
R3
Jurisdiction
Newcastle
Newcastle, 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 Medium Density Residential · R3 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 248 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 $685/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 Medium Density Residential · R3 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 248 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 Medium Density Residential · R3 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 248 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
Islington at a glance
2,320
People
$1,037,500
Median sale
$685/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Spillane PropertyDiscover an exceptional fusion of classic character and contemporary luxury in this beautifully updated three bedroom, two bathroom home, perfectly positioned toward the high end of one of Islington's most desirable and tightly held streets. This residence delivers the lifestyle the suburb is celebrated for. Think leafy streets, an easy stroll to cafés and parks, friendly neighbours and a strong community spirit that feels both relaxed and connected.
From the moment you arrive, the home's period charm is unmistakable. The welcoming front verandah invites moments of quiet reflection, while the thoughtfully designed bike storage shed adds everyday practicality. Inside, soaring ceilings, original timber wall panelling and heritage detailing create an immediate sense of warmth, quality and timeless appeal. Modern comforts have been seamlessly woven into the home's classic framework, including ducted air conditioning throughout and built in wardrobes in all three bedrooms, ensuring ease and comfort for everyday living.
At the rear of the home lies the open plan kitchen, dining and living area, thoughtfully updated to blend style with practicality. The stacking servery window is a standout feature, connecting the kitchen directly to the outdoors and making entertaining effortless. This entire space flows seamlessly to the covered deck, encouraging long lunches, weekend barbecues and relaxed evenings spent with friends and family. A second living area offers valuable flexibility, perfect for a quiet retreat, a kids zone or a comfortable space for guests.
Outside, the backyard feels like your own private sanctuary. The heated, self cleaning in-ground Compass pool is designed for year round enjoyment and features a sunpod zone for lounging in comfort. The surrounding outdoor spaces are perfectly balanced, with a grassed area that provides a safe and versatile zone for children or pets to play.
Every aspect of this home has been shaped to support modern living while honouring the craftsmanship and beauty of its original era. With DA-approved plans for an addition and concept plans to extend upward, making the home your own has never been easier. Combined with its premium position in one of Islington's most sought after pockets, this residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy character, convenience and lifestyle in equal measure.
Listing description written by Donna Spillane, Spillane Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.