Darling Heights at a glance
5,669
People
$830,000
Median sale
$531/wk
Median rent
3.33%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Darling Heights › Baker St
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
642 m²
Land
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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Darling Heights (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $911/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Darling Heights at a glance
5,669
People
$830,000
Median sale
$531/wk
Median rent
3.33%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Planning
Planning scheme
Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme
Zone
Low-Medium Density Residential
Low-Medium Density Residential
Jurisdiction
Toowoomba Regional Council
Toowoomba, QLD
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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDZoned Low-Medium Density Residential (Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme). Official parcel area about 644 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. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $531/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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 Low-Medium Density Residential (Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme). Official parcel area about 644 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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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 644 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
Darling Heights at a glance
5,669
People
$830,000
Median sale
$531/wk
Median rent
3.33%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White ToowoombaThis two-storey brick home presents a welcome opportunity for anyone interested in dual occupancy living. Split across two levels, the low-maintenance house offers the perfect set up for families, couples or investors looking to take advantage of a prime location near the University of Southern Queensland. With a motivated seller, this property is worth inspecting by anyone looking for a convenient lifestyle in popular Darling Heights.
The house boasts four bedrooms and two bathrooms across two levels. The upstairs has three bedrooms, a bathroom and living space, while the downstairs features a single bedroom/living room, plus a bathroom. The home also features great South-Western sunsets that will surely be enjoyed by the new residents.
With 18-metres frontage and spanning across 642m2, this property has plenty of space for landscaping. There's already an outdoor dining space, several established trees, and a small garden shed in place, but there's still room for much more. The large backyard is perfect for a kids' play area, an outdoor entertainment space or even a vegetable patch or two.
The location of 171 Baker Street, Darling Heights is incredibly convenient and well-positioned. The home is just 5 minutes walk from Thiess Park, and a 2-minute drive from the gorgeous USQ Japanese Garden, perfect for those that love to stroll amongst nature. Located 1-minute drive from University of Southern Queensland, this property is perfect for students or staff members who want to minimize their daily commute. There are many cafes and restaurants nearby, so dining options are right around the corner. This low-maintenance home is close to several shopping options, with Drayton Central Shopping Centre a 3-minute drive away, and Westridge Shopping Centre a 5 minute drive.
Toowoomba City is a 14-minute drive, offering even more shopping, dining and entertainment options. Toowoomba Hospital is 9 minutes away, making this location perfect for healthcare professionals or those looking for convenient access to medical facilities.
The home is within the catchment for both Darling Heights State School and Harristown State High School. Additionally, this two-storey house is also within a 10-minute drive of Highlands Christian College, Agnew School, Concordia Lutheran College, The Glennie School, St Anthony's Primary School, and Our Lady of Lourdes School.
Interior features:
• Low-maintenance brick build
• 4 bedrooms, across two levels
• 1 bathroom on each floor
• Ideal for multi-generational living
Exterior features:
• South-Western sunset views
• Backyard shed
• Close to USQ
• Large block with landscaping potential
Don't miss this opportunity to own a spacious and versatile family home in the sought-after suburb of Darling Heights. With its prime location near top schools and amenities, this property offers both convenience and comfort for modern living.
Contact myself, Dan James, and Dylan Ready on 0439 714 722 to book your inspection of this two-storey family home today.
Rates: Approximately $1,204.08 per half year
Water Access: Approximately $335.75 per half year
AUCTION DETAILS:
29th April 2025 from 6.00pm
Ray White Toowoomba, 580 Ruthven Street
Can't attend in person? Watch the auction online!
https://raywhitetoowoomba.com/watch-our-auctions-live
Listing description written by Dan James, Ray White Toowoomba — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.