Cowes at a glance
7,858
People
$711,250
Median sale
$508/wk
Median rent
3.71%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$795,000
Last sold
11 June 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
825 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
$795,000
11 June 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Cowes (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,196/m² of land (n=52). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Cowes at a glance
7,858
People
$711,250
Median sale
$508/wk
Median rent
3.71%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Cowes
+11.8%
Median sale
Suburb $711,250
-0.39 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.71%
Suburb median $711,250 from 82 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 $508/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
Cowes at a glance
7,858
People
$711,250
Median sale
$508/wk
Median rent
3.71%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White Phillip IslandPositioned in a quiet, family-friendly court within the highly sought-after Whytesands Estate, this near-new contemporary residence presents an outstanding opportunity to secure a quality home designed for effortless coastal living. Set on a generous allotment of approximately 825sqm, the property offers a functional and well-considered floorplan, allowing you to simply move in and enjoy all that Phillip Island has to offer.
The heart of the home is the light-filled open plan living, kitchen and dining zone, thoughtfully designed to create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The stylish kitchen is well-appointed with stainless steel appliances, electric cooking, and a spacious walk-in pantry, catering perfectly to both everyday living and entertaining. A separate study provides flexibility for those working from home or seeking an additional quiet retreat.
Accommodation comprises three generously sized bedrooms, all complete with built-in robes, while the master suite is privately positioned and features a walk-in robe and ensuite. Ceiling fans to three bedrooms, plantation shutters, and a combination of privacy and block-out blinds enhance both comfort and functionality throughout the home, complemented by durable and stylish vinyl floorboards.
Stepping outside, the expansive covered decked alfresco area is a true highlight, offering the perfect space for year-round entertaining with family and friends. The beautifully landscaped yard is fully fenced, providing a secure environment for children and pets, while side gate access allows for convenient storage of a boat or caravan, an essential feature for enjoying the Island lifestyle.
Additional features include split system heating and cooling, double glazed windows, LED lighting, electric hot water, a 4.5kW solar system, ample storage, a double garage, garden shed, and exposed aggregate driveways and pathways, all combining to deliver a home of quality, comfort, and practicality.
Ideally located just moments from Whytesands Park, featuring a BBQ area, playground, basketball half court and open green spaces, this home is perfectly suited to families, holiday makers, or investors seeking a premium lifestyle opportunity in a thriving coastal community.
*Photo ID is required at all Open for Inspections.
This property in Cowes is proudly for sale through Ray White Real Estate Phillip Island.
Listing description written by Sam Clark, Ray White Phillip Island — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.