Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Brown Hill › Summit Cres
$855,000
Last sold
4 Mar 2025
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
659 m²
Land
Districts View
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
4 Mar 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Brown Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $968/m² of land (n=79). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Brown Hill
+35.7%
Median sale
Suburb $630,000
-0.89 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.37%
Suburb median $630,000 from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1
GRZ1
Jurisdiction
Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC
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
VICZoned GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · GRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 661 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. Zoning and lot facts are a starting point, not proof this lot outperforms the suburb. 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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $408/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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · GRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 661 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 661 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
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
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Buxton BallaratElevated elegance meets modern luxury in Brown Hill. This fully renovated home offers the lot with versatile living spaces, exceptional comfort for families, entertainers, and those seeking self-contained accommodation.
Stunning timber flooring and a large formal family room greet you upon entry, offering picturesque views back toward the Ballarat CBD. Flowing seamlessly into the dining area, the beautifully renovated kitchen is a chef’s delight, boasting premium Smeg appliances, stone benchtops, an integrated dishwasher, wall-mounted oven, and gas cooking.
The open-plan family room extends onto an expansive elevated deck, complete with heating and blinds—perfect for year-round entertaining. The main bedroom located at the front of the home offers a walk-in robe and a fully renovated ensuite featuring underfloor heating and premium finishes. A second bedroom, ideal as a study or guest room, complements bedrooms three and four, all fitted with built-in robes and serviced by a renovated main bathroom with freestanding bath, walk in shower, also with underfloor heating. Central heating and evaporative cooling ensure year-round comfort.
A fully renovated laundry downstairs offers exceptional storage and underfloor heating, with direct access to a large cellar and additional under house storage areas. The garage provides a separate toilet and direct access to both the home and the self-contained unit. Perfect for extended family, an Airbnb opportunity, or independent living, the self-contained unit boasts a full kitchen with gas cooking, a spacious bedroom with built-in robes, and an open-plan living area complete with a gas log fire and evaporative cooling. A private deck wraps around the unit, overlooking the beautifully landscaped gardens.
The fully secure yard features an electric gate, a cozy seating area, and meticulously maintained, fully irrigated gardens—offering a private sanctuary to relax and unwind. Solar panels add to the home's energy efficiency, making it a sustainable choice for modern living.
Located in a prime position, this home provides easy access to the Melbourne Freeway, ensuring seamless connectivity for commuters. Families will appreciate the proximity to primary, secondary, and childcare facilities, while the vibrant Ballarat CBD is just a short drive away.
This exceptional property delivers the perfect balance of lifestyle, luxury, and flexibility. Secure your inspection today!
Listing description written by Jesse Manton, Buxton Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.