Rochester at a glance
2,840
People
$455,000
Median sale
$398/wk
Median rent
4.55%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$449,000
For sale
Asking
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
3,054 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
Asking
$449,000
Asking · $147/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Rochester at a glance
2,840
People
$455,000
Median sale
$398/wk
Median rent
4.55%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Rochester
-1.3%
Median sale
Suburb $455,000
+0.06 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.55%
Suburb median $455,000 from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
$26,865 on top of the price (6.0% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: Victoria schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Pre-filled with Rochester's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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
VICPlanning 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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $398/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.
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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 4.6%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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.
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
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?
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
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
Rochester at a glance
2,840
People
$455,000
Median sale
$398/wk
Median rent
4.55%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Luke Ryan Real EstateDiscover charm and character in this delightful weatherboard cottage style home being 3BR and 1 bathroom, nestled on an impressive approx. 3,100 sqm (approximately 3/4 acre) block. The home showcases beautiful period features complemented by modern comforts throughout. Admire the veranda with classic lacework trim that adds timeless character to the façade.
Kitchen/Dining Area
The heart of the home features a practical layout with cabinetry, complemented by an electric cooktop and oven for culinary convenience. Durable vinyl plank flooring provides both style and functionality, while a ceiling fan and split system air conditioning ensure year-round comfort. A sliding door provides direct access to the carport, perfect for bringing in groceries with ease.
Welcoming Lounge
Relax in the inviting lounge room which features a cozy wood fireplace that creates a warm ambiance during the cooler months. The vinyl plank flooring continues in this space, paired with a ceiling fan.
Bedrooms
All three bedrooms are generous in size, bedroom 1 offers a built-in wardrobe providing ample storage and a ceiling fan for comfort. The second bedroom features quality window blinds and continues the vinyl plank flooring found throughout the home. Bedroom three provides versatile space suitable for a bedroom or home office, complete with vinyl plank flooring and a ceiling fan for comfort.
Bathrooms & Laundry
The main bathroom features a tiled floor and half-wall tiling for a classic look. It includes a shower, vanity with practical storage options, and a toilet. The freshly renovated laundry contains a second toilet, and offers generous bench space and quality cabinetry.
Outdoor Living
The expansive grounds offer endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment and potential expansion. Established, low-maintenance garden beds surround a tidy lawn area, creating an inviting outdoor space. A water tank is installed, promoting sustainability and water conservation. Convenient backyard access is available via the carport, while durable Colorbond fencing ensures privacy and security. A garden shed keeps tools and equipment organised, while the larger shed offers workshop potential or additional storage space for vehicles.
With its character-filled spaces and expansive grounds 17 King St represents the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. Contact Luke Ryan on 0438 841 127 to arrange your private inspection today.
Listing description written by Luke Ryan, Luke Ryan Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.