Castlecrag at a glance
3,189
People
No data
Median sale
$1,452/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
NSW › Castlecrag › The Parapet
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
875 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Castlecrag (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $5,400/m² of land (n=5). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Castlecrag at a glance
3,189
People
No data
Median sale
$1,452/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
Planning
Planning scheme
Willoughby Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Environmental Living
C4
Jurisdiction
Willoughby
Willoughby, NSW
Not detected
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 maps a heritage listed area on this parcel, intersecting about 99.7% of it (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 1 Sept 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
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 Environmental Living · C4 (Willoughby Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 877 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. 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.” Heritage constraint may block demolition or dual occupancy even on a large block. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. Official parcel about 877 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General; Item - General. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack. 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 $1,452/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. Heritage constraints are a maintenance and alteration cost, not usually a rent premium by themselves.
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
Loaded constraints look like they kill a naive land-size story. Pay house money, or walk, until a planner confirms a pathway.
Detail
Official parcel about 877 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General; Item - General. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.
Nearby competing dwellings and net yield are still unknown.
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.
4 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned Environmental Living · C4 (Willoughby Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 877 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. 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 877 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General; Item - General. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack.
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
KnownmediumNo development applications were returned for this parcel. That is not a statement about nearby lots.
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
Castlecrag at a glance
3,189
People
No data
Median sale
$1,452/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
Listing material
Listed by Morton Crows NestCheong House in Castlecrag is a timeless masterpiece, designed in 1922 by the esteemed Walter Burley Griffin. Proudly listed as a heritage dwelling of local significance, this exquisite residence has been lovingly renovated to blend contemporary living with its exceptional design, ensuring modern comfort while preserving its historic charm. Nestled privately within its beautiful, mature garden and located in the dress circle of Castlecrag, the Cheong House offers a serene and secluded retreat. With easy, flat access to local shops and public transport, it is an ideal location for those seeking both convenience and a high-quality lifestyle.
- Spacious living room features hardwood timber floors and a striking stone fireplace
- Original kitchen renovated for modern living with marble benches and ample storage space
- Master suite accessed via a private passageway, complete with a large robe, spacious ensuite, and private garden views
- Hugh and Eva Buhrich architecturally designed studio with ensuite, perfect for use as a home office, fourth bedroom or teenage retreat
- Immaculately restored original features throughout including high ceilings, exposed beams, textured stone walls, windows and doors, angled skirting boards, and external pergolas and paving
- Lush, mature gardens envelop the house, creating a tranquil and private environment
- Carport accommodating two off-street parking spaces, with additional storage
The Cheong House stands as a testament to the seamless integration of historic elegance and modern convenience. Its thoughtful renovations and preserved architectural details offer a unique living experience that honours its rich heritage. Whether you are drawn to its serene gardens, the meticulously restored interiors, or the convenience of its prime location, Cheong House promises a lifestyle of unparalleled quality and charm. This residence is not just a home, but a piece of history, lovingly maintained and ready to welcome its next fortunate owners.
Listing description written by Lucy White, Morton Crows Nest — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.