Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Birmingham Gardens › Rees Pl
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
651.3 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Birmingham Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,297/m² of land (n=84). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 651 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 $598/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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 651 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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 651 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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 651 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
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
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Raine & Horne New LambtonNestled in a serene neighbourhood, this sturdy 3 bedroom brick and tile home presents an ideal opportunity for those seeking their first home or looking to unleash their renovation prowess. With the option to move in straight away or infuse your own creative touch, this property offers endless possibilities.
Key Features:
1. Spacious Bedrooms: All three bedrooms boast generous built-in robes and are conveniently situated off a hallway secluded from the living areas, providing privacy and comfort.
2. Comfortable Living Spaces: The lounge room is equipped with ceiling fans and timber sliding doors, separating it from the air-conditioned dining space adjacent to the kitchen, offering a cozy ambiance for relaxation and entertainment.
3. Functional Kitchen: The kitchen features ample cupboard space and offers views to the enclosed outdoor area and backyard, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living experiences.
4. Versatile Garage Setup: A single garage with drive-through access to a second single garage, currently utilized as a workshop, presents endless possibilities, including the potential for a granny flat setup (subject to Council approval).
5. Backyard Haven: Enjoy the abundance of space for children and pets to roam freely in the good-sized backyard, dotted with fruit trees, vegetable garden beds, a lush fernery and garden shed and offering plenty to keep the avid gardener busy while the kids play hide and seek.
6. Elevated Position: Situated in an elevated position, the home captures refreshing breezes, enhancing the overall comfort and ambiance of the property.
Don't miss this opportunity to secure your slice of suburbia. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned renovator, this property offers the perfect canvas to create your dream home. Arrange your inspection today and unlock the potential of this charming residence!
Listing description written by Craig Fennings, Raine & Horne New Lambton — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.