Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Emerald Beach › Smiths Rd
6
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
20,000 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Emerald Beach (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,504/m² of land (n=70). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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
NSWPlanning 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.” 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 $779/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
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
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?
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
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
Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White Coffs HarbourWhere the coastline meets the mountain ranges, this extraordinary property offers a rare blend of natural beauty, architectural charm, and lifestyle versatility. Set on just over two hectares of elevated land, the property borders the serene Orara State Forest and is only a 6 min drive (approx) from the vibrant coastal hub of Emerald Beach. From the street, the picture perfect gabled and clad home features front gardens framing the covered porch, moving through to solid hardwood entry doors with leadlight features, giving a hint of yesteryear charm with a modern coastal twist.
From the moment you enter the unique design and soaring raked ceilings make a lasting impression. The home features exposed wooden beams, richly coloured mixed hardwood floors, and an expansive open-plan living and dining space that seamlessly connects to the outdoors. A wall of glass bi-fold doors flood the home with natural light and open onto an oversized covered deck that captures ocean views to the East and peaceful bushland vistas to the North and West. The entertainer's kitchen is the heart of the home, recently renovated, complete with granite benchtops with island bench and 2-pack finish, 900mm gas stove, electric oven, dishwasher and plenty of storage. Even the kitchen sink boasts a spectacular outlook over the rolling green landscape and a central fireplace creates warmth and ambiance.
Each of the three guest bedrooms is thoughtfully designed with their own ensuite, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, and direct access to the wrap-around verandah, which flows down to the sparkling freshwater Bionizer pool and landscaped gardens beyond. A curved hardwood staircase leads to a spacious rumpus/games room upstairs, perfect for families or guests. Last but not least the master bedroom offers a luxurious retreat of its own, tucked away in the western wing of the home, with private external access and deck, ensuite with spa bath, walk-in-robe, air-conditioning, ceiling fan and plantation shutters.
The property also includes a fully renovated and council-approved two-bedroom granny flat with its own expansive deck and breathtaking views - ideal for rental income, guest accommodation, or a manager's quarters. This structure also features a separate air-conditioned office and large shed with a 3.5m (approx) high-clearance roller door, workshop, and storage space, providing an excellent backdrop for a home business or serious hobbyist. Additional infrastructure includes a single garage under the main house, chicken coop, citrus orchard, large fenced (pet proof) paddock currently home to friendly goats, animal shelter, fenced dam, solar power system, 3 x poly water tanks, 3 x gas instantaneous HWS, and a circular concrete driveway.
Zoned R5 large lot residential, the property offers exciting potential for subdivision into 1-hectare lots (STCA). Originally designed as an upscale bed and breakfast, it could easily return to that purpose or operate as a high-end Airbnb. Whether you're looking for a spacious family home, a lifestyle property with income, or an opportunity to develop, this property delivers endless possibilities in an idyllic setting. Private, peaceful, and packed with features, this is the ultimate lifestyle retreat just minutes from the sand and surf, award-winning dining, and local cafes of Emerald Beach. Book your private inspection today and experience a home unlike anything you have seen before on the Coffs Coast.
Disclaimer: All information disclosed herein has been provided from sources we believe to be reliable however we cannot guarantee its accuracy. It is respectfully advised that interested parties carry out their own due diligence.
Listing description written by Clara Seymour, Ray White Coffs Harbour — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.