Mount Helen at a glance
3,163
People
$742,500
Median sale
$424/wk
Median rent
2.97%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Mount Helen › Mount Helen Dr
$1,076,000
Last sold
15 Sept 2025
6
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
20,234.282 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
$1,076,000
15 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Mount Helen (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $671/m² of land (n=110). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Mount Helen at a glance
3,163
People
$742,500
Median sale
$424/wk
Median rent
2.97%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Mount Helen
+44.9%
Median sale
Suburb $742,500
-0.92 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.97%
Suburb median $742,500 from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
RURAL LIVING ZONE
RLZ
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.
The official layer maps a bushfire risk zone on this parcel, intersecting about 97.3% of it (Vicmap Planning, retrieved 30 Aug 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
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 RURAL LIVING ZONE · RLZ (ZN). Official parcel area about 20,265 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. Official parcel about 20,265 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: BUSHFIRE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY; VEGETATION PROTECTION OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 1. Pay house money or walk — do not pay site money until a planner confirms a pathway through this stack. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $424/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 RURAL LIVING ZONE · RLZ (ZN). Official parcel area about 20,265 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?
KnownlowOfficial parcel about 20,265 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: BUSHFIRE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY; VEGETATION PROTECTION OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 1. 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
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
Mount Helen at a glance
3,163
People
$742,500
Median sale
$424/wk
Median rent
2.97%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Buxton BallaratWelcome to 15 Mount Helen Drive, a stunning family residence nestled in the heart of Mount Helen. Located just 10 minutes from Ballarat’s CBD, this property offers the best of both worlds—secluded serenity with the convenience of urban amenities close by. With the prestigious university precinct just around the corner, you’ll enjoy easy access to local schools, parks, shops, and public transport, making this a truly exceptional location.
As you enter through the gate, crossing the picturesque ornamental dam, it’s clear this property is something special. Set on approximately 5 acres of semi-rural land, this expansive home boasts a spacious design, featuring a formal lounge and dining area with a charming open fireplace, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The well-appointed kitchen, complete with a generous pantry, offers plenty of room for culinary creativity and is perfectly complemented by three additional living zones that ensure space and comfort for the entire family.
The home provides flexible living with five bedrooms, or if desired, a study, making it perfect for growing families or those who work from home. The master bedroom is a retreat in itself, featuring a walk-in robe and a luxurious ensuite. The main bathroom is equally impressive, with a spa bath providing the ultimate in relaxation. Additional features of the home include gas central heating, split system air conditioning, cathedral ceilings, and a ducted vacuum system, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout.
Step outside, and you’ll be enchanted by the outdoor living options. Enjoy the sun-drenched front deck, which overlooks the established gardens and tranquil dam, perfect for relaxing afternoons or hosting gatherings. For those who love to entertain, the enclosed back pergola BBQ area provides an excellent setting for year-round enjoyment. The massive 16m x 8m shed/workshop offers ample space for storage or could be an ideal setup for a tradesman to work from home.
This property is a true haven for animal lovers, with a horse stable, plenty of pasture, a small orchard, a chook yard, and a cubbyhouse for the kids to enjoy. The land is serviced by town water, with the added convenience of a backup tank water system.
With its perfect blend of space, functionality, and luxury, this magnificent family home in Mount Helen is a rare find. An inspection is sure to impress—don’t miss the chance to make this dream property yours!
Listing description written by Mark Nunn, Buxton Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.