Balgownie at a glance
5,889
People
$1,603,500
Median sale
$810/wk
Median rent
2.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
573 m²
Land
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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Balgownie (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,168/m² of land (n=70). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Balgownie at a glance
5,889
People
$1,603,500
Median sale
$810/wk
Median rent
2.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
Wollongong Local Environmental Plan 2009
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
Jurisdiction
Wollongong
Wollongong, 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 (Wollongong Local Environmental Plan 2009). Official parcel area about 575 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 $810/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 (Wollongong Local Environmental Plan 2009). Official parcel area about 575 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 (Wollongong Local Environmental Plan 2009). Official parcel area about 575 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?
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
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
Balgownie at a glance
5,889
People
$1,603,500
Median sale
$810/wk
Median rent
2.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Stone Real Estate IllawarraGrand family sanctuary in sought-after Balgownie locale
Spanning four expansive levels, this exquisitely-designed residence delivers a rare blend of space, sophistication and functionality, perfect for large or growing families. With versatile living zones, luxurious accommodation and exceptional outdoor areas, this is a home designed for both entertaining and everyday comfort. Enjoy peaceful surrounds approx. 1.3km to Balgownie Village, 800m to Balgownie Public School, 1km to James Pearson Park and 4.7km to Fairy Meadow's stunning beach and coastline.
- Striking street presence with wide staircase, landscaped gardens and grand entry
- Two oversized living areas on entry level ideal for hosting or relaxing with family
- Guest suite complete with private ensuite provides a perfect retreat for visitors
- Central kitchen with quality appliances, generous bench space and breakfast bar
- Separate dining room offers seamless flow for shared meals and entertaining
- Luxurious master suite with stylish ensuite, plus three spacious bedrooms upstairs
- Main bathroom includes corner tub and separate shower for added convenience
- Child and pet-friendly backyard with level lawn and paved alfresco space
- Double garage with internal access, large workshop and extra storage on lower level
- Quiet and family-friendly street close to Balgownie village shops and cafes, James Pearson Park and the local school
- Approx. 7.1km to Wollongong CBD, 4.7km to Fairy Meadow Beach and 5.6km to the M1 motorway for commuting to Sydney
The below rates are provided as a guide:
Council rates $646.00pq approx.
Water rates $170.90pq approx.
Listing description written by Sarah Ward, Stone Real Estate Illawarra — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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