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NSW › Adamstown › Brunker Rd

171 Brunker Rd, Adamstown NSW 2289

House

$1,035,000

Last sold

12 Feb 2021

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

1

Car spaces

191.4 m²

Land

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $1,035,000 (12 Feb 2021).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 191 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Adamstown (last 5 years) with land size: median $2,847/m² of land (n=90). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • FactZoned High Density Residential (R4) under the Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012.(NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer · 30 Aug 2026)

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$1,035,000

12 Feb 2021 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Adamstown (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,847/m² of land (n=90). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Adamstown at a glance

7,180

People

$1,460,000

Median sale

$705/wk

Median rent

2.51%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Adamstown report →

Vs Adamstown

-29.1%

Median sale

Suburb $1,460,000

+1.03 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 2.51%

Suburb median $1,460,000 from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012

Zone

High Density Residential

R4

Jurisdiction

Newcastle

Newcastle, NSW

Planning overlays

  • heightDetected
  • heritageNot detected

Planning constraints

  • 1414

Development activity

Not detected

Source

  • Provider: NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer
  • Dataset: Planning Portal Principal Planning — Land Zoning Map
  • Retrieved: 30 Aug 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 170690104

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not detected — official

The official layer was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 30 Aug 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$1,035,00012 Feb 2021
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted24 Oct 2020
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted24 Oct 2020

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

NSW

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Confidence: medium

Zoned High Density Residential · R4 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 188 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $705/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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 High Density Residential · R4 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 188 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.

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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

What is known for this property

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.

4 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownmedium

    Zoned High Density Residential · R4 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 188 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

    Unknown

    NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Knownmedium

    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

    Unknown

    Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Knownmedium

    No development applications were returned for this parcel. That is not a statement about nearby lots.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    NSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Area

Adamstown in one glance

Adamstown at a glance

7,180

People

$1,460,000

Median sale

$705/wk

Median rent

2.51%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Adamstown report →

Keep researching

  • Why Adamstown? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Adamstown →
  • Other records on Brunker Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Presence Real Estate

Custom Built Home with Luxe Industrial Aesthetic and Rooftop Entertaining Terrace

With its bold, contemporary architecture, external spiral staircase and fabulous rooftop entertaining terrace, this property is a standout and one that has no doubt caught your eye from time to time. Just as impressive inside, this is an exceptionally low maintenance home with a luxe industrial aesthetic, high level finishes inside and out and multiple alfresco spaces for those who love to entertain.

The custom design ensures the upmost privacy while embracing natural light and cross ventilation across a functional tri-level floorplan. 2.7m high ceilings, seamless black concrete floors and timber features set an engaging foundation to the lifestyle zone. The stunning chef's kitchen comes complete with a 4.8m Silestone island, two integrated fridge/freezers and a suite of high-quality cooking appliances. Stacking glass doors open to two separate private courtyards, making alfresco dining and entertaining a dream. Retreat to the rooftop terrace where far-reaching 270 degree views, sunrises and sunsets can be enjoyed whilst entertaining in style with a built in outdoor kitchen and BBQ.

Upstairs you will find an impressive master including ensuite & expansive robe, an additional two large bedrooms, versatile office/dressing room and a luxurious main bathroom, all with an abundance of custom joinery.

Read the full description

Right in the heart of popular Adamstown delivering convenience in spades and ideal for coffee lovers with the popular The Barn café close by, this home ticks all the boxes in terms of comfort and location. It's an easy stroll to a choice of schools, a short drive to The Junction, beaches and Westfield Kotara, or if you need to commute, bus stops & stations are close by.

- Custom built Torrens title home completed 2013.

- Flowing open floorplan connects to travertine paved rear courtyard and private side courtyard.

- Chefs kitchen with 2x Electrolux pyrolytic ovens, combi-steam oven, convection oven, gas cooktop, 2x integrated fridges and Miele integrated dishwasher.

- In-ceiling Yamaha speakers throughout connected to Sonos, LED strip lighting and Google Home Automation.

- CCTV / security system and zoned air-conditioning throughout.

- Single auto garage with internal access and 3m high ceiling with additional off-street space.

- Louvre windows with custom sheer and block out curtains.

- Two upper level bathrooms, powder room downstairs with custom vanities.

- In catchment for Adamstown Public, Kotara High, St Columba's Primary and St Pius X schools and strolling distance to Merewether High.

Outgoings:

Council Rates: $1,859.86 approx per annum

Water Rates: $814.56 approx per annum

This property is being sold under the Online Friendly Auction System.

An independent pest & building report is available on request at no charge to you. This is the type of report your solicitor would usually recommend purchasing before bidding at an auction or before making an unconditional offer prior to auction and are conducted by a panel of reputable companies. The companies have consented to friendly auction terms and will generally be happy to speak to you about your queries in reports and in most cases transfer the reports into your name if you are the successful buyer at auction or prior to auction: see each report for details.

Flexible deposit and settlement conditions are also available by negotiation with the agent if required.

Offers can also be made prior to auction and each offer will be assessed on its merits.

Live streaming auction. Bid and buy with confidence in this consumer driven, transparent auction system that was pioneered here in Newcastle but is now in use across Australia. We also have a downloadable guide available on our website.

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Disclaimer:

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Some of our properties are marketed from time to time without price guide at the vendors request. This website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Any personal information given to us during the course of the campaign will be kept on our database for follow up and to market other services and opportunities unless instructed in writing.

Listing description written by Russell Dawson, Presence Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Ensuites: 1
  • Living Areas: 2
  • Toilets: 3
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