Maitland at a glance
2,169
People
$767,000
Median sale
$515/wk
Median rent
3.49%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$570,000
Last sold
11 Sept 2025
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
369 m²
Land
Districts View
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
$570,000
11 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Maitland (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,382/m² of land (n=58). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Maitland at a glance
2,169
People
$767,000
Median sale
$515/wk
Median rent
3.49%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Maitland
-25.7%
Median sale
Suburb $767,000
+1.21 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.49%
Suburb median $767,000 from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011
Zone
Mixed Use
MU1
Jurisdiction
Maitland
Maitland, 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 maps a heritage listed area on this parcel, intersecting about 99.7% of it (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 31 Aug 2026). Verify the extent against the title before relying on unaffected land.
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 Mixed Use · MU1 (Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 370 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. 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.” Heritage constraint may block demolition or dual occupancy even on a large block. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site. 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 $515/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. Heritage constraints are a maintenance and alteration cost, not usually a rent premium by themselves.
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
Loaded constraints look like they kill a naive land-size story. Pay house money, or walk, until a planner confirms a pathway.
Detail
The listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site.
Nearby competing dwellings and net yield are still unknown.
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 Mixed Use · MU1 (Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 370 m². Dual occupancy looks constrained by site overlays or terrain. Two-lot subdivision looks unlikely on the loaded constraints. 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?
KnownmediumThe listing may look cheap relative to land or the street. What reduces it: Conservation Area - General. Heritage can block demolition and dual occupancy even when land size looks like a site.
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
Maitland at a glance
2,169
People
$767,000
Median sale
$515/wk
Median rent
3.49%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Thompson & Clarke Real EstateIf you've been searching for your perfect first home, look no further than 17 Ward Street in the heart of Maitland. This charming two-bedroom residence blends comfort, practicality, and lifestyle into a property that's ready to welcome its next chapter. Whether you're a young couple, solo buyer, or small family dreaming of your own space, this home delivers everything you need to get started and so much more.
Set behind a classic covered veranda, the home greets you with warmth and character. Inside, you'll find two spacious bedrooms positioned at the front of the home, each filled with natural light and offering privacy and comfort. The layout is simple, functional, and ideal for modern living. At its centre is a cosy living room that flows effortlessly into an open-plan dining and family space perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or simply enjoying quiet nights at home.
The well-designed kitchen offers ample bench space, generous cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry giving home cooks all the room they need to create and share meals. Adjacent to this, a centrally located bathroom and separate toilet for added practicality, and a dedicated laundry provides direct access to the outdoors.
What really sets this property apart is its exceptional outdoor offering. Step out the back and you'll find a large covered entertaining area ideal for weekend BBQs, summer dinners, or simply enjoying time in the fresh air. But the standout feature? A new, oversized man shed positioned at the rear of the block. Whether you need a workspace, hobby zone, storage solution, or just a quiet escape, this shed is the blank canvas you've been hoping for.
Parking is a breeze with a covered two-car carport offering easy side access and protection from the elements. The low-maintenance block has been cleverly maximised to offer a balance of indoor comfort and outdoor flexibility without requiring constant upkeep perfect for those with busy lifestyles or minimal maintenance in mind.
Located in a quiet street yet conveniently close to Maitland's vibrant town centre, shops, schools, parks, and public transport, 17 Ward Street ticks all the right boxes. It's not just a great place to live it's a smart long-term investment in a growing and sought-after regional location.
Homes at this price point, in this condition, with these features, are increasingly rare particularly those that come with real flexibility, a generous outdoor footprint, and a brand-new shed already in place. Whether you're ready to move in straight away or add your personal touch over time, this property gives you the foundation to build your future.
Disclaimer:
Information contained on any marketing material, website or other portal should not be relied upon and you should make your own enquiries and seek your own independent advice with respect to any property advertised or the information about the property.
Listing description written by Reece Thompson, Thompson & Clarke Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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