Sandy Beach at a glance
2,889
People
$962,500
Median sale
$707/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Sandy Beach › Mermaid Dr
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
480 m²
Land
182 m²
Building
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 Sandy Beach (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,530/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Sandy Beach at a glance
2,889
People
$962,500
Median sale
$707/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
Coffs Harbour Local Environmental Plan 2013
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
Jurisdiction
Coffs Harbour
Coffs Harbour, 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 (Coffs Harbour Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 481 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 $707/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 (Coffs Harbour Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 481 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 (Coffs Harbour Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 481 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
Sandy Beach at a glance
2,889
People
$962,500
Median sale
$707/wk
Median rent
3.82%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Dobbs & Co.Nestled in the serene coastal enclave of Sandy Beach, this is a stunning family haven where style, comfort and functionality harmoniously converge. Every corner of this home has been thoughtfully designed to create a lifestyle for comfortable everyday living and entertaining.
Privately set at the front of the home, the master suite offers a tranquil sanctuary. Featuring a generous walk-in robe and a contemporary ensuite, this retreat balances comfort and practicality. The bedroom offers soft carpeted flooring, plantation shutters and a ceiling fan, plus feature VJ panel wall for added character. The ensuite with double vanity and large shower, is the perfect touch to the master suite.
At the heart of the home, an expansive open-plan living and dining area is bathed in natural light, seamlessly connecting to the sleek kitchen. Boasting a 900mm electric cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, large island bench, ample storage and a walk-in butler's pantry, the kitchen is as functional as it is stylish, ideal for family meals or entertaining with ease. Off the butler's pantry is access to the laundry with generous linen storage adding to the practicality of the home. Timber look flooring runs throughout the main areas, while ceiling fans throughout ensure comfort in every corner.
Sliding glass doors extend the living zone onto a generous covered patio, delivering a smooth indoor/outdoor flow and the perfect setting for alfresco dining, relaxed evenings or soaking in the coast breeze.
A dedicated media room with a split system air conditioner provides a quiet space for movies or relaxation, while an additional activity space near the bedrooms offers a flexible area for children, study or a second lounge.
Three additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned in the rear wing, all featuring plush carpets, ceiling fans, built-in robes and plantation shutters, serviced by a central bathroom and a separate powder room. The main bathroom is elegantly finished with quality cabinetry and tapware, combining style and practicality.
With it's generous scale, premium finishes and clever design, 17 Mermaid Drive delivers a balanced combination of space, comfort and coastal lifestyle. To secure your own inspection contact Nathan or Charlotte today!
Built: 2018
Land Size: 480sqm
Zoning: R2
Council Rates: $3,341p/a approx.
Rental Appraisal: $800 - $830p/w approx.
DISCLAIMER: This listing is intended solely for marketing purposes and is subject to change without prior notice. The details and images provided are for illustration only and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation. Whilst we have gathered information from a third-party source which we believe to be reliable; we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to conduct their own research. Dobbs & Co. assumes no responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies in the information presented. It is the responsibility of prospective purchasers to thoroughly investigate all aspects of the property for sale.
Listing description written by Nathan Dobbs, Dobbs & Co. — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.