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132 Pennefather St, Higgins ACT 2615

For saleHouse

$799,000

For sale

Asking

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

748 m²

Land

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

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Given the $799,000 ask, is this worth your time?

Why this ask?

  • FactListed for sale, asking $799,000(Listing record · 7 Aug 2026)
  • CalculationLand 748 m² against a 95 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Higgins (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,063/m² of land (n=23). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)
  • CalculationAsk is 9% below the Higgins median recorded sale ($875,000, n=12, last 12 months).(Districts calculation from recorded sales)
  • CalculationIf it leased at Higgins's advertised median rent ($400/wk), implied gross yield would be 2.60% — this is not a rent for this listing.(Districts scenario calculation)

What could make it worth more?

  • InterpretationA large lot with a small dwelling means the value case rests on the land and what the zone allows on it, not the house.

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

The ask against the evidence

Asking

$799,000

Asking · $1,068/m² of land

No recorded sale for this property.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Higgins (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,063/m² of land (n=23). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Higgins at a glance

3,365

People

$875,000

Median sale

$400/wk

Median rent

2.38%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Higgins report →

Vs Higgins

-8.7%

Median sale

Suburb $875,000

+0.22 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 2.38%

Suburb median $875,000 from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Total cost to purchase

Purchase Price
$799,000
Stamp Duty (Australian Capital Territory)
$25,091
Transfer/Registration Fee
$496
Mortgage Registration (est., if financed)
$200
Legal & Conveyancing (est.)
$2,000
Building & Pest Inspection (est.)
$700
Rates & Water Adjustment at Settlement (est.)
$800
Total cash required
$828,287

$29,287 on top of the price (3.7% extra)

  • Stamp Duty (Australian Capital Territory)
  • Transfer/Registration Fee
  • Mortgage Registration
  • Legal & Conveyancing
  • Building & Pest Inspection
  • Rates & Water Adjustment

Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.

Stamp duty and transfer fees: Australian Capital Territory schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.

Rental yield

Pre-filled with Higgins's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.

Net yield
1.10%
Annual cashflow (pre-tax)
$-32,733
Interest cover (DSCR)
0.21
Annual rent
$20,800
Operating expenses
$11,985
Loan amount
$639,200
Annual interest
$41,548
Gross yield
2.60%

Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.

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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

i

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. Listed$799,000available7 Aug 2026
  2. Soldprice unknown4 Mar 2017
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted9 Feb 2017
  4. Listedprice unknowncompleted9 Feb 2017

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

Capital growth

ACT

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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $400/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property. 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

Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 2.6%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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

    Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

  • 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. This jurisdiction has no comparable official bond series in the free set.

  • 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

Higgins in one glance

Higgins at a glance

3,365

People

$875,000

Median sale

$400/wk

Median rent

2.38%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Higgins report →

Keep researching

  • Why Higgins? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Higgins →
  • Other records on Pennefather St →

Listing material

Listed by Agent Team Canberra

The Perfect Start with Space for the Whole Family

Positioned in one of Belconnen's most family friendly suburbs, this beautifully refreshed three bedroom home presents the perfect opportunity for first home buyers, growing families, investors and upsizers alike. With all the hard work already completed, you can simply move in and start enjoying a low maintenance lifestyle, while still having the exciting opportunity to create your dream outdoor oasis. Set on a generous block in a prime Higgins location, this home combines comfort, convenience and endless future potential.

Designed for practical everyday living, the single level floorplan flows effortlessly from the functional kitchen through to the dining and cosy living area, where floor to ceiling windows fill the space with natural light. The well appointed kitchen features a Westinghouse 900mm five burner gas cooktop and oven, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, externally ducted rangehood and ample storage, making meal preparation a breeze. Fresh paint, updated lighting and timber flooring throughout provide a modern, move in ready feel, while Fujitsu and reverse cycle split system heating and cooling ensure year-round comfort.

Accommodation includes three well sized bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes, complemented by a stylish bathroom complete with floor to ceiling tiling, shower, bathtub, vanity with storage, mirrored shaving cabinet and shower niche. A separate toilet, generous laundry with additional storage, full length linen cupboard and Rinnai instantaneous gas hot water system further enhance the home's functionality.

Read the full description

Step outside to discover a secure, fully fenced backyard offering a blank canvas ready for your vision. Whether you're dreaming of landscaped gardens, an entertaining area, space for children and pets to play, or simply somewhere to kick the footy, the possibilities are endless. Side gate access, a separate double garage with built in workshop, extended driveway and ample off street parking provide exceptional flexibility for families, tradies, caravans or additional vehicles.

Located within easy reach of local parks, quality schools, shops and public transport, this is a lifestyle opportunity not to be missed. Bundey Street Playground is just a short stroll away, with Kingsford Smith School nearby, while Kippax Fair, Holt Shops, Westfield Belconnen, Belconnen Fresh Food Markets and Calvary Bruce Hospital are all just minutes from your doorstep. Offering modern updates, generous outdoor space and an unbeatable location, 132 Pennefather Street is ready to welcome its next owners home.

Property Features:

• Single level home with a functional and comfortable floorplan

• Dining room is positioned off the kitchen flowing into the living area

• Kitchen with externally ducted rangehood, Westinghouse 900mm 5 burner gas cooktop and oven, Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, and ample cabinetry

• Kitchen is a functional size with good storage options

• Cosy lounge room with floor to ceiling windows and Fujitsu split system

• Updated lighting

• Fresh paint throughout

• Timber flooring throughout with tiling to wet areas

• Bedroom 1 with built in mirrored wardrobe, block out roller blinds, shelving and Northwest facing window

• Bedroom 2 with shelving and Northwest facing sunlight

• Bedroom 3 with built in wardrobe, block out roller blinds and reverse cycle split system

• Spacious bathroom with shower, bathtub, floor to ceiling tiling, vanity with storage, mirrored shaving cabinet and shower niche

• Separate toilet

• Laundry with benchtop, ample storage, broom/linen cupboard and rear access

• Full-length linen/storage cupboard

• Rinnai instantaneous gas hot water system

• Side gate access to backyard

• Large, low maintenance grassed backyard with plenty of room for kids and pets + secure fully fenced

• Separate double garage with built in workshop space - room for large cars

• Extended driveway, perfect for extra vehicles, trailer or caravan

• Ample off-street parking

• Set within a family friendly neighbourhood surrounded by established homes, parks, schools, local shopping and public transport

• Enjoy unbeatable convenience just moments from local shops and only minutes to Westfield Belconnen and the vibrant Belconnen Fresh Food Markets

• Great location close to shops, schools, parks and everyday amenities

• Settle down in the wonderful suburb of Higgins and enjoy all it has to offer

Nearby Amenities:

Bundey Street Playground – 750m (10 min walk)

(PEA) Kingsford Smith School – 900m (12 min walk)

(PEA) Hawker College – 4.4km (7 min drive)

St John the Apostle Primary School – 4.9km (7 min drive)

St Francis Xavier College – 5.0km (8 min drive)

Raiders Belconnen – 2.0km (4 min drive)

Holt Shops – 2.2km (4 min drive)

Kippax Fair Shopping Centre – 2.3km (4 min drive)

Westfield Belconnen Shopping Centre – 6.7km (10 min drive)

Calvary Bruce Hospital – 9.7km (14 min drive)

Property Specification:

Built: 1970

Internal Living: 95m2

Block: 747m2

Wall insulation rating: R1.5

Ceiling insulation rating: R3.0

EER: 2.5 Star

Rates: $879.00pq approx

Land tax (If tenanted): $1,680.96pq approx

Estimated Weekly Rent: $600-700pw

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Under the ACT property sales process, an accepted offer does not constitute a binding agreement. The property may continue to be marketed, inspected and offered for sale until contracts have been formally exchanged.

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, all figures, measurements, descriptions, plans, images and other details are approximate only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain independent legal, financial and professional advice before making any decisions.

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Listing description written by Steve Lowe, Agent Team Canberra — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Secure Parking
  • Shed
  • Workshop
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