Kew at a glance
26,226
People
$1,300,000
Median sale
$634/wk
Median rent
2.54%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Kew › Hillcrest Ave
For sale
For sale
5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
5
Car spaces
755 m²
Land
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
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
Asking
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Kew at a glance
26,226
People
$1,300,000
Median sale
$634/wk
Median rent
2.54%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
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.
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
VICPlanning 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.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $634/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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
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.
Area
Kew at a glance
26,226
People
$1,300,000
Median sale
$634/wk
Median rent
2.54%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by AbercrombysAt a glance
* Prestigious Kew private school belt with commanding street presence
* Five-bedroom, five-bathroom residence across three levels
* Elegant interiors with oak floors, marble, fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling glass
* Designer Miele kitchen with marble island and butler’s pantry
* Landscaped garden, alfresco entertaining, heated pool and spa, BBQ kitchen and outdoor fireplace
* Luxurious main suite with two walk-in robes and marble ensuite
* Four additional bedrooms with walk-in robes and ensuites
* Five-car basement garage, cellar, games/cinema room and bathroom
* Close to Kew Junction, Cotham Road, trams (109 & 48) and leading schools.
Abode
With a commanding street presence in the heart of Kew’s coveted private school belt, this exceptional residence delivers luxurious family living and entertaining on an impressive scale. Spanning three sophisticated levels, the five-bedroom, five-bathroom, one powder room, home combines generous proportions, refined contemporary finishes and floor-to-ceiling glass to create interiors filled with natural light and warmth.
Beyond the central hallway, a generous library with front garden outlooks introduces beautifully proportioned formal and informal living and dining domains. Wide oak floorboards, fireplaces, marble and designer fittings establish an elegant aesthetic, while the seamless floorplan provides both exceptional entertaining spaces and considered areas for family retreat.
At the heart of the home, the designer kitchen is defined by a striking marble island and marble benchtops, complemented by premium Miele appliances including an induction cooktop, oven and two dishwashers. Extensive storage and a fitted butler’s pantry with additional oven ensure effortless functionality for everyday family life and grand-scale entertaining.
The kitchen overlooks expansive informal living and dining areas that extend seamlessly outdoors to a landscaped garden and alfresco entertaining zone. Here, a custom-built fireplace, dedicated BBQ kitchen and sparkling heated, self-cleaning swimming pool and spa create an exceptional year-round setting for entertaining and relaxation.
The ground level also features a private study adjoining the library and a luxurious guest bedroom with walk-in robe and hotel-style ensuite, complete with freestanding bath and oversized shower.
Upstairs, a versatile rumpus or retreat enjoys rooftop and treetop views, alongside four generous bedrooms, each appointed with walk-in wardrobes and marble ensuites. The opulent main suite is a private sanctuary with two walk-in robes and an indulgent ensuite.
The luxury continues in the basement, where a substantial five-car garage is accompanied by a well appppointed cellar, extensive storage, large games and cinema room and bathroom.
A comprehensive suite of additional features includes a powder room, laundry, state-of-the-art video security and alarm connected to phone apps, intercom, Sonos surround sound, hydronic heating, reverse-cycle heating, heated towel rails, study nook and sprinkler system.
A truly exceptional family residence, it delivers a rare combination of scale, luxury and lifestyle convenience, with trams at both ends of the street and Cotham Road shops and Kew Junction just minutes away. The area’s vibrant café culture and iconic stores, including Toscanos, further enhance the everyday appeal.
Area
Kew is renowned for its exceptional convergence of education, lifestyle, amenity and connectivity, with this residence positioned within moments of some of Melbourne’s most prestigious schools. MLC, Genazzano, Xavier, Ruyton and Trinity are all within easy reach, complemented by a strong selection of highly regarded local primary schools.
Cotham Road and Kew Junction provide an outstanding collection of shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed village atmosphere close to home.
An extensive network of trams provides convenient access throughout Melbourne, while nearby parklands and recreational spaces offer abundant opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and family leisure.
Combining exceptional schooling, vibrant local amenity, convenient public transport and a highly sought-after family setting, this is a location that places the very best of Kew and Melbourne within easy reach — an enviable address in which to establish a truly exceptional family lifestyle.
Listing description written by Walter Dodich, Abercrombys — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.