North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › North Rothbury › Lockwood St
$855,000
Last sold
27 Mar 2026
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
510 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
$855,000
27 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in North Rothbury (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,534/m² of land (n=143). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs North Rothbury
-5.5%
Median sale
Suburb $905,000
+0.26 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.36%
Suburb median $905,000 from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Cessnock Local Environmental Plan 2011
Zone
General Residential
R1
Jurisdiction
Cessnock
Cessnock, 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 General Residential · R1 (Cessnock Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 511 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 $759/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. 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 General Residential · R1 (Cessnock Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 511 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 General Residential · R1 (Cessnock Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 511 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
North Rothbury at a glance
5,696
People
$905,000
Median sale
$759/wk
Median rent
4.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 78 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by The Agency Hunter ValleyPositioned in Huntlee's growing Katherine's Landing estate, this modern home presents an outstanding opportunity for investors seeking a well-performing asset in one of the Hunter Valley's fastest expanding communities.
Tenanted until October 2026, the property offers immediate rental security of $680.00 per week, alongside long-term growth potential.
Inside, light-filled open-plan living spaces create a comfortable hub for everyday living, complemented by a stylish kitchen with quality appliances and stone finishes.
Sliding doors open to a covered alfresco area, perfect for relaxed outdoor living. Close to Huntlee's emerging town centre and major transport links, this is a smart addition to any investment portfolio.
- Set in Huntlee's Katherine's Landing estate within the rapidly growing Hunter Valley region
- Cottage-style facade with timber and rendered accent gives the home classic street appeal
- Premium investment opportunity in one of the Hunter Valley's fastest-growing communities
- Currently tenanted until October 2026 providing secure income for investors from settlement
- Modern, open-plan living, dining and family zone forms the heart of the light-filled property
- Contemporary kitchen with stone benchtops and elegant cream cabinetry for modern appeal
- Walk-in pantry providing generous storage space for busy households and home chefs alike
- Quality Omega appliances including oven, dishwasher and 900mm five-burner gas cooktop
- Sliding doors open off living area to a covered alfresco that's perfect for outdoor entertaining
- Additional carpeted living room offering versatile space for relaxation, media or kids retreat
- Spacious, light-filled master bedroom at front of the home with walk-in robe & modern ensuite
- Three further bedrooms, with built-in robes, plus main bathroom with separate bath & shower
- Ducted air conditioning, roller blinds throughout, double garage with auto door & internal access
- Walk to local parks, just minutes to Huntlee shops, cafes and Hunter Expressway for easy commuting
- Ideal investment with a secure tenant until October 2026 offering a rental return of $680 per week
Council Rates $2,096pa
Water Rates $381pq
Disclaimer: All information herein has been sourced by parties we deem to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations to satisfy themselves of all aspects of such information including, but not limited to, any income, dimensions, areas, zoning and permits.
Listing description written by Charlie Lund, The Agency Hunter Valley — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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