Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Carrara › Paddington Dr
$1,101,000
Last sold
12 Dec 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
603 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
$1,101,000
12 Dec 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Carrara (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,477/m² of land (n=62). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Carrara
-21.9%
Median sale
Suburb $1,410,000
+0.87 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.09%
Suburb median $1,410,000 from 41 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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $838/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. 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.
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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Smart Real EstateOPEN HOME CANCELLED! NOW SOLD!
To watch a Video of this property, please click on the link below*:
https://youtu.be/QNU2rMjsPUk
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The Brad Scott Team would like to welcome you to this charming single-story family home offering comfortable living and low-maintenance lifestyle at 16 Paddington Drive, CARRARA QLD 4211. This well-presented 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence boasts two separate living areas — perfect for parents and kids, or formal and casual entertaining. The generous 603 m² block features a private, easy-care yard and a covered alfresco area ideal for year-round outdoor dining and relaxation.
Thoughtfully appointed for modern comfort and efficiency, the home includes split-system air conditioners throughout, solar panels to reduce energy costs, and secure double garage parking. The layout provides practical family flow with a central kitchen serving both living zones and direct access to the outdoor entertaining area. Bedrooms are roomy and serviced by two bathrooms, giving convenience for busy households.
Positioned in a convenient, sought-after location, this property is within easy reach of local shops, schools, the train station and the M1 motorway — making commuting and everyday errands simple. Whether you’re looking for a live-in family home or a smart investment, 16 Paddington Drive offers value, comfort and lifestyle in Carrara.
Key features:
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- 2 living rooms (formal and casual)
- Single-storey layout on a 603 m² block
- Covered outdoor alfresco entertaining area
- Low-maintenance yard
- Double garage (2 car)
- Solar panels for reduced energy bills
- Split-system air conditioning throughout
- Prime location — close to shops, schools, train station and M1 motorway
PROPERTY INFORMATION
Gold Coast City Council Rates: $2,292* p.a. approx
Gold Coast City Water Rates: $2,235* p.a. approx*
Individually Metered: Yes
Currently Owner Occupied so Live in or Rent out. Owner is also open to renting the property back if you like as well.
Current Permanent Rental Appraisal: $900* to $1,000* per week approx
Built: 1997*
* denotes approximate measurements
For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact your local Carrara Area Experts, Brad Scott on 0408 338 605 or Ben Woodburn at Smart Real Estate.
NOTE: Some photos have had virtual furniture used in them for privacy of occupants and marketing purposes. None of the building you are buying has been altered in any way, just furniture which is not included. The property is sold vacant possession.
DISCLAIMER: We have, in preparing this information used our best endeavours to ensure that the information contained herein is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect of any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or misstatements that may occur. The agent makes no claims or guarantees that all works at the property are building certified and/or council approved, and all prospective purchasers should make their own inquiries to verify the information contained herein.
Listing description written by Brad Scott, Smart Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.