Macquarie Hills at a glance
3,614
People
$963,000
Median sale
$828/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 26 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Macquarie Hills › Stephanie Cl
$930,000
Last sold
5 Nov 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
Districts View
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
No verification items generated for this record.
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
$930,000
5 Nov 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Macquarie Hills at a glance
3,614
People
$963,000
Median sale
$828/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 26 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Macquarie Hills
-3.4%
Median sale
Suburb $963,000
+0.16 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.47%
Suburb median $963,000 from 26 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
Jurisdiction
Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie, NSW
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 was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
NSWZoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. If the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check, this lot can outperform a same-suburb house that is hold-as-is only. That is not a forecast. 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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $828/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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Verdict
Districts view
This looks more compelling as a land / capital-growth play than a pure yield play — if the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check.
Detail
Zoned Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Achieved rent for this address has not been inferred. Gross yield on advertising copy is not the deal.
Nearby DA pipeline is unknown, so neighbourhood change is not in this verdict.
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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Lake Macquarie Local Environmental Plan 2014). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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 657 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
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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Macquarie Hills at a glance
3,614
People
$963,000
Median sale
$828/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 26 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White CharlestownPositioned in a quiet, elevated cul-de-sac in one of Macquarie Hills' most desirable pockets, this much-loved original four-bedroom family home is being offered to the market for the very first time. Purposefully designed by its long-term owner to take full advantage of a north-facing block, this spacious, solid brick and tile home combines timeless character, thoughtful design, and exceptional potential for modern transformation.
Step inside and immediately feel the warmth and charm of a home that was built with care and lived in with love. The wide entry foyer welcomes you in and flows seamlessly into the formal lounge and dining rooms, where expansive windows draw in natural light and open out to a front verandah with sweeping district views - a perfect spot for morning coffee or sunset relaxation.
The home's unique architectural features set it apart, with soaring Western Red Cedar raked ceilings enhancing the sense of volume and style in the living areas. A standout feature staircase with stunning leadlight windows connects the main level to the lower floor, where you'll find internal access to a double garage, generous laundry, and a door leading to the backyard.
At the heart of the home lies a truly impressive kitchen, complete with a central island bench, abundant storage, and extensive bench space. This space flows into a casual dining area, making it ideal for family meals or informal entertaining. The dining room opens to a covered rear deck that looks out to the tranquil yard, providing a private and peaceful backdrop.
The adjacent family room is expansive and flexible, perfect for relaxing with the family or hosting guests. It also opens onto both the rear deck and a charming side courtyard, offering multiple zones for indoor-outdoor living. A built-in wet bar with ample storage adds another layer of functionality and character to this spacious area.
The accommodation wing features four well-sized bedrooms, with the main offering a walk-in wardrobe and private ensuite. The home's original bathrooms provide the perfect canvas for future updates in line with your own style.
Outdoors, the low-maintenance yard offers room to relax, play, and entertain - all while enjoying the shade and privacy of surrounding greenery. The double garage includes rare drive-through access to the rear yard, adding further practicality.
Set in a location that's hard to beat, the home is just a stone's throw from the beautiful Warners Bay Foreshore, perfect for walking, cycling, or enjoying a meal by the water. It's also close to a selection of quality local schools, making it ideal for growing families.
• Quiet, elevated cul-de-sac location on the high side of the street
• Brick and tile construction with solid foundations
• Stunning raked Western Red Cedar ceilings
• Formal and casual living and dining zones
• Huge kitchen with island bench and extensive cupboard space
• Large family room with built-in wet bar and outdoor access
• Large front and rear decks plus private courtyard
• Four bedrooms, main with walk-in robe and ensuite
• Double garage with internal access and drive-through to rear yard
• Abundant storage throughout the home
• Fantastic renovation potential with timeless design elements
This is a rare opportunity to secure a quality-built home in a tightly held street, offering space, character, and an unbeatable location. With strong architectural bones and plenty of scope to update or modernise, 16 Stephanie Close is ready for its next chapter - and it could be yours.
Listing description written by Mary Sparkes, Ray White Charlestown — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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