Brookfield at a glance
11,621
People
$621,150
Median sale
$440/wk
Median rent
3.68%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 140 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Brookfield › James Melrose Dr
$600,000
Last sold
1 Sept 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
540 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
Last sold
$600,000
1 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Brookfield (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,259/m² of land (n=136). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Brookfield at a glance
11,621
People
$621,150
Median sale
$440/wk
Median rent
3.68%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 140 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Brookfield
-3.4%
Median sale
Suburb $621,150
+0.13 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.68%
Suburb median $621,150 from 140 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
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 $440/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
Brookfield at a glance
11,621
People
$621,150
Median sale
$440/wk
Median rent
3.68%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 140 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by LITTLE Real Estate Hawthorn**Charming Family Home in Brookfield - Perfectly Positioned at 142 James Melrose Drive**Welcome to your dream home! Nestled in the heart of Brookfield, this stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers a perfect blend of comfort, style, and modern convenience. Built in 2015 and set on a generous 540 sqm corner block, this property is designed for family living and entertaining.**Key Features:**- **Spacious Living:** Enjoy the open-plan layout that seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for family gatherings and entertaining guests. - **Modern Kitchen:** The well-appointed kitchen features energy-efficient appliances, a dishwasher, and ample storage, making meal prep a breeze.- **Comfort and Convenience:** Stay comfortable year-round with ducted heating and reverse cycle air conditioning. The separate dining room offers a perfect space for family meals or hosting dinner parties.- **Private Retreat:** The four generously sized bedrooms come complete with built-in robes, providing ample storage and space for the whole family. The master bedroom features an ensuite for added privacy.- **Outdoor Oasis:** Step outside to your fully fenced backyard, perfect for children and pets to play freely. The outdoor entertaining area is ideal for summer barbecues or relaxing with a book in the garden.- **Eco-Friendly Features:** This home is equipped with solar hot water and energy-efficient appliances, helping you save on energy bills while reducing your carbon footprint.- **Parking Made Easy:** The remote-controlled double garage offers secure parking and additional storage space.**Location Highlights:**Situated in a family-friendly neighborhood, 142 James Melrose Drive is conveniently located close to local schools, parks, and shopping centers. Enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while being just a short drive away from all the amenities you need.**Price Guide:** $580,000 - $610,000Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a beautiful home in Brookfield. Contact us today to arrange a private inspection and experience everything this property has to offer!
Listing description written by Ashwin Sharma, LITTLE Real Estate Hawthorn — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.