Newtown at a glance
10,393
People
$1,327,500
Median sale
$500/wk
Median rent
1.96%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
662 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 Newtown (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,193/m² of land (n=40). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Newtown at a glance
10,393
People
$1,327,500
Median sale
$500/wk
Median rent
1.96%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 2
NRZ2
Jurisdiction
Greater Geelong
Greater Geelong, 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.
The official layer maps a heritage listed area on this parcel, intersecting about 99.8% of it (Vicmap Planning, 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
VICZoned NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 2 · NRZ2 (ZN). Official parcel area about 663 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 663 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO2006); DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 14. 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 $500/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. 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
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 663 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO2006); DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 14. 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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 2 · NRZ2 (ZN). Official parcel area about 663 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
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 663 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: HERITAGE OVERLAY (HO2006); DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 14. 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
Newtown at a glance
10,393
People
$1,327,500
Median sale
$500/wk
Median rent
1.96%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McGrath Geelong | NewtownResiding in a tightly held pocket of Newtown's coveted school zone, this double-storey period home pairs an abundance of heritage charm with modern family living. Beyond the welcoming front porch, step into the elegant interiors that overflow with heritage details. High ceilings, original timber floors, picture rails and decorative ceiling roses all reflect the home's rich history.
The ground level features two generous bedrooms, a central bathroom and the main living/dining/kitchen area. The spacious front lounge makes a striking first impression, featuring a marble fireplace, an intricate ceiling rose and a beautiful bay window. This space effortlessly transitions into a formal dining room, complete with its own fireplace, ideal for entertaining.
At the heart of the home, the kitchen has been beautifully updated to combine classic design with modern functionality. Boasting an island bench, stone benchtops, an iconic Falcon cooking unit and a built-in pantry, it's a space any home chef will appreciate. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a shared bathroom and a second living area that is a perfect retreat for the kids.
Exceptionally positioned just moments from Shannon Avenue shopping precinct, Pakington Street's boutique lifestyle, Queens Park Golf Course and Barwon River walking/cycling paths. Within walking distance of Newtown Primary School (zoned) and a selection of Geelong's most prominent secondary schools - The Geelong College, St Joseph's and Sacred Heart College. Approximately a 10-minute drive from the CBD and picturesque Waterfront. Melbourne commuters will appreciate the easy access onto the Ring Road.
- Occupies 662m2 (approx.) block in blue-chip locale
- Falcon dual ovens, 5-burner gas cooktop, Bosch d/washer
- Main bedroom incorporates walk-in and built-in robes
- Bathroom contains marble benchtops and separate w/c
- Spacious outdoor laundry, under-stair storage
- Ducted heating/cooling provides year-round comfort
- Internal double brick walls
- Established gardens surround property, garden shed/studio
- Paved undercover alfresco ideal for outdoor entertaining
- Rear lane access to remote double carport
Listing description written by Jim Cross, McGrath Geelong | Newtown — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.