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15 Lawson Rd, Happy Valley SA 5159

House

$620,000

Last sold

4 June 2024

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

1

Car spaces

783 m²

Land

122 m²

Building

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $620,000 (4 June 2024).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 783 m² against a 122 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Happy Valley (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,025/m² of land (n=159). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

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.
  • FactZoned General Neighbourhood (GN) under the Planning and Design Code.(Location SA · 1 Sept 2026)

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. 1No 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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$620,000

4 June 2024 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Happy Valley (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,025/m² of land (n=159). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Happy Valley at a glance

12,016

People

$865,250

Median sale

$637/wk

Median rent

3.83%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Happy Valley report →

Vs Happy Valley

-28.3%

Median sale

Suburb $865,250

+1.51 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.83%

Suburb median $865,250 from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Planning and Design Code

Zone

General Neighbourhood

GN

Jurisdiction

Onkaparinga

Onkaparinga, SA

Planning overlays

  • Data unavailable

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: Location SA
  • Dataset: Planning and Design Code Zones
  • Retrieved: 31 Aug 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 1462838005

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. Sold$620,0004 June 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted17 Mar 2024
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted17 Mar 2024

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

Capital growth

SA

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Confidence: low

Zoned General Neighbourhood · GN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 785 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Street frontage and true lot geometry are not confirmed without open cadastre. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $637/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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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

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

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.

3 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownlow

    Zoned General Neighbourhood · GN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 785 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

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

  • 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. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.

  • Rental supply pressure

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Knownmedium

    Official parcel about 785 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

    Unknown

    Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. 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

    No DA adapter returned applications 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

Happy Valley in one glance

Happy Valley at a glance

12,016

People

$865,250

Median sale

$637/wk

Median rent

3.83%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Happy Valley report →

Keep researching

  • Why Happy Valley? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Happy Valley →
  • Other records on Lawson Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Magain Real Estate

SOLD BY TRAVIS DENHAM and MICHELLE DRAPER

Please contact Travis Denham and Michelle Draper from Magain Real Estate for all your property advice.

This charming three-bedroom home, with rumpus in the desirable suburb of Happy Valley offers an enticing blend of comfort and convenience. Nestled in close proximity to various local amenities, including shops, schools, parks, and reserves, it presents an ideal living environment for a diverse range of potential buyers. The inclusion of a rumpus room adds a valuable element of flexibility and versatility. The adaptability of this home ensures that it caters to your unique preferences and is not one to miss.

As you step into this inviting home, you're welcomed by a seamlessly designed lounge and dining area that exudes both style and warmth. The combination of the stylish cladding feature, inviting neutral flooring, and strategically placed windows creates a welcoming and aesthetically pleasing first impression.

Read the full description

To the right of the entry, you'll discover three well-appointed bedrooms. One of the bedrooms is equipped with a built-in robe, offering ample storage space and contributing to a neat and organized living environment. In another bedroom, a ceiling fan has been installed, providing an extra element of comfort and climate control.

The new owner of this home is sure to appreciate the recent updates to the main bathroom which contributes to a modern and stylish aesthetic. Featuring a striking contemporary design with a grey-wash floor tile that compliments the sleek white cabinetry. The inclusion of 'his and hers' sinks offers a functional and efficient space for those utilising the bathroom simultaneously.

Continuing with the modern aesthetic, the recently updated kitchen is designed with the master chef in mind. It offers a perfect blend of functionality and style, providing an ideal space for culinary creativity. Appliances include a gas cooktop and oven as well as adequate bench space, cupboards and shelving.

The left wing of this property is thoughtfully dedicated to both leisure and privacy, featuring a spacious rumpus room. This arrangement offers a versatile space that can be utilized in various ways, making it an ideal area for a teenagers' retreat or a lively games room.

Additional features to love is brand new flooring throughout the home, ducted reverse cycle air conditioning throughout, recently installed gas water heater and underground irrigation in the front lawn for maintenance efficiency.

The front of this home is a captivating extension of its interior. A canvas of colours and textures are showcased through an array of plants, trees and shrubbery. The property ensures the protection of your vehicle with the convenience of a single carport.

This outdoor entertainment area provides a venue for creating cherished memories with loved ones. Whether it's a summer barbecue, a cosy winter gathering, or a springtime celebration, this space is designed to elevate your entertaining experience underneath a pitched roof pergola. A raised lawn area creates a safe and inviting space for both kids and pets to play and for the aspiring 'Green thumb', this property provides an exciting opportunity to indulge in gardening projects.

Certainly, the location adds the final touch of allure to this exceptional home. With numerous schools all within close proximity such as Aberfoyle Hub Primary School, Pilgrim Primary School, Happy Valley Primary School, Aberfoyle Park High School and Woodcroft College. There's also plenty of fun activities nearby which you can enjoy with the whole family, being located just around the corner from Happy Valley Reservoir and Glenthorn National Park. To top it all off, less than 15 minutes will land you on Adelaide's best coastline or 30 minutes will take you to the Adelaide CBD, via the expressway. It really doesn't get much better than this!

Disclaimer: All floor plans, photos and text are for illustration purposes only and are not intended to be part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and details intended to be relied upon should be independently verified.

(RLA 299713)

Magain Real Estate Brighton

Independent franchisee - Denham Property Sales Pty Ltd

Listing description written by Travis Denham, Magain Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • Reverse Cycle Aircon
  • Shed
  • Water Tank
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