Hamlyn Heights at a glance
6,558
People
$780,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Hamlyn Heights › Sycamore St
$656,207
Last sold
28 Mar 2025
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
579 m²
Land
Districts View
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
$656,207
28 Mar 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Hamlyn Heights (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,168/m² of land (n=63). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Hamlyn Heights at a glance
6,558
People
$780,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Hamlyn Heights
-15.9%
Median sale
Suburb $780,000
+0.58 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.11%
Suburb median $780,000 from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 4
GRZ4
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.
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 GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 4 · GRZ4 (ZN). Official parcel area about 580 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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $466/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 GENERAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 4 · GRZ4 (ZN). Official parcel area about 580 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?
KnownmediumNo 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
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
Hamlyn Heights at a glance
6,558
People
$780,000
Median sale
$466/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McGrath Geelong | NewtownSteeped in mid-century charm, 16 Sycamore Street, Hamlyn Heights, is a classic 1960s home that has been lovingly owned by one family for forty years. Showcasing signature mid-century style, the house is bathed in natural light through its large windows, creating an airy and inviting atmosphere. The spacious living room features an original slate fireplace, adding warmth and character, while polished floorboards flow throughout, enhancing its timeless appeal. The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric cooker, and modern comforts such as gas ducted heating, split-system air conditioning, and an automatic watering system ensure convenience. Three well-sized bedrooms are positioned off the hallway, providing a practical and functional layout for families.
Set on a generous block, the expansive yard offers plenty of space for children, pets, or future enhancements, while the large secure garage with a workshop adds valuable storage and workspace. A wide driveway provides additional parking, and pedestrian and vehicle side access enhance accessibility. The home's elevated position offers glimpses of the sea, adding to its appeal. Located in a highly sought-after pocket of Hamlyn Heights, it is just a short stroll to the Vines Road shopping precinct and within easy reach of Western Heights College and Bell Park Sports Club. With seamless access to the Geelong Ring Road and CBD, commuting to Melbourne or the Surf Coast is effortless. This is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained home rich in history, perfect for families, first-home buyers, or investors looking to secure a property in one of Geelong's most desirable suburbs.
- Classic 1950s home with modern updates
- Spacious living area with fireplace
- Generous master bedroom plus well-sized secondary rooms
- Gas oven, grill, and cooktop in a functional kitchen
- Large yard space with future potential
- Secure single-car garage plus driveway parking for two
- Water tank for garden use
- Pedestrian and vehicle side access
- Walk to Vines Road shops, schools, and sports clubs
- Easy access to Geelong CBD and Ring Road
Listing description written by Jasmin Jurkovic, McGrath Geelong | Newtown — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.