Marong at a glance
2,165
People
$677,500
Median sale
$481/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 22 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$600,000
Last sold
26 Feb 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
704 m²
Land
160 m²
Building
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
$600,000
26 Feb 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Marong (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $917/m² of land (n=119). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Marong at a glance
2,165
People
$677,500
Median sale
$481/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 22 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Marong
-11.4%
Median sale
Suburb $677,500
+0.48 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.69%
Suburb median $677,500 from 22 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 3
NRZ3
Jurisdiction
Greater Bendigo
Greater Bendigo, 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 NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 3 · NRZ3 (ZN). Official parcel area about 706 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 $481/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 NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 3 · NRZ3 (ZN). Official parcel area about 706 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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 706 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
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
Marong at a glance
2,165
People
$677,500
Median sale
$481/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 22 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by PRD BendigoWelcome to 17 Dorset Drive, Marong - an immaculately presented, nearly new home in the sought-after Discovery Estate. Built in 2019 by renowned local builder JG King, this beautiful four-bedroom family residence is set on a generous corner block, offering both comfort and convenience in a prime location.
With a spacious and modern design, this home boasts a host of desirable features. The master bedroom is a private retreat, complete with its own ensuite, while the three remaining bedrooms share a well-appointed family bathroom. The layout is thoughtfully designed, with a large living area that flows seamlessly into the dining and kitchen spaces - perfect for family living and entertaining.
Cooking enthusiasts will appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, featuring a 900mm gas oven and cooktop, ample bench space, and a spacious pantry. For year-round comfort, the home is equipped with central heating and evaporative cooling - both installed in 2019. A solar hot water system ensures energy efficiency, while the natural gas connection adds further convenience.
This home is perfect for those who value space. Set on a substantial 20m x 15m corner allotment, the property provides easy access via a side pedestrian gate and double gates for vehicle entry. The flat block has plenty of room for outdoor activities, and there's ample space to add a large shed or garden oasis. A basic irrigation system ensures the garden stays lush with minimal effort.
One of the standout features of this home is its practicality. With a double garage featuring an automatic roller door, security system, NBN internet connectivity, and mains sewerage, everything you need for modern living is right at your fingertips. The property is also equipped with a simple poly dripper/sprayer irrigation system for the front garden bed and fernery.
The location is equally impressive, with the home situated just moments from Marong's bike paths, bush tracks, sporting facilities, and the local pool. Whether you're taking a leisurely stroll, enjoying outdoor sports, or simply relaxing in your backyard, everything you need is within reach.
At just five years old, this property offers all the benefits of a practically brand-new home without the hassle of building. Whether you're upsizing, downsizing, or looking for your first family home, 17 Dorset Drive is ready and waiting for you to make it your own.
Don't miss the chance to secure this fantastic property in a growing and vibrant community - call today to arrange your inspection.
Listing description written by Tully Cumming, PRD Bendigo — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.