Rutherford at a glance
13,883
People
$800,000
Median sale
$579/wk
Median rent
3.76%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 167 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Rutherford › Nicolena Cres
$791,000
Last sold
27 Nov 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
600 m²
Land
272 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
$791,000
27 Nov 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Rutherford (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,233/m² of land (n=174). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Rutherford at a glance
13,883
People
$800,000
Median sale
$579/wk
Median rent
3.76%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 167 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Rutherford
-1.1%
Median sale
Suburb $800,000
+0.05 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.76%
Suburb median $800,000 from 167 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011
Zone
General Residential
R1
Jurisdiction
Maitland
Maitland, NSW
Not detected
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 30 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 General Residential · R1 (Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 605 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 $579/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 General Residential · R1 (Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 605 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.
4 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned General Residential · R1 (Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011). Official parcel area about 605 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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 605 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
KnownmediumNo development applications were returned for this parcel. That is not a statement about nearby lots.
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
Rutherford at a glance
13,883
People
$800,000
Median sale
$579/wk
Median rent
3.76%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 167 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Clarke & Co Estate AgentsProperty Highlights:
- A spacious family home spanning two levels, with the option to split into two homes, set in a convenient Rutherford location
- Split system air conditioning in the upstairs living and two bedrooms, gas bayonets, plus ceiling fans
- An approx. 2.2kW solar system and gas hot water
- Tile and carpet flooring, plus roller blinds throughout
- Downstairs living area with direct access to the yard, plus an upstairs living and dining area with access to the deck
- Three bedrooms, two with built-in robes for convenient storage
- A well appointed kitchen with 40mm benchtops, a freestanding Chef oven with a gas cooktop, a range and a dishwasher
- A downstairs ensuite with a shower, a vanity and a WC, plus an upstairs bathroom with a shower/bath combination
- Spacious wrap around deck on the upper floor, plus a tiered backyard with established gardens
- Attached single car garage with internal access, plus a garden shed in the yard
Outgoings:
Council Rates: $2,416 approx. per annum
Water Rates: $858.33 approx. per annum
Rental Return: $620 approx. per week - however you could split this into 2 homes as downstairs has 1 bedroom unit option
1 bed unit lease $450 approx. per week
2 bed main home lease $550 approx. per week
This impressive two storey brick and Colorbond roof home offers versatility, space, and comfort, ideal for intergenerational living. With the potential to separate into two independent levels, this is a home that offers plenty of opportunity for owner occupiers and investors alike.
Positioned in the well established suburb of Rutherford, this handy location places everyday convenience at your doorstep. Rutherford Marketplace is just minutes away, while Maitland's CBD offers a range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. For weekend adventures, the vineyards of the Hunter Valley and Newcastle's beaches are both within easy reach.
The home's street presence is enhanced by a grassed front lawn and established gardens, while a driveway leads to a single car garage with internal access, combining practicality with appeal.
Inside, the entryway is appointed with tile and carpet flooring, with roller blinds throughout, creating a neutral, welcoming canvas for everyday living.
Downstairs, the living area features a gas bayonet and a sliding door that opens to the backyard, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor spaces. The main bedroom is carpeted for comfort, while the ensuite offers a vanity, a shower, and a toilet.
Carpeted stairs lead you to the upper level, revealing a bright and airy living area with a bay style window, a ceiling fan with a light, a Hisense split system air conditioner, a gas bayonet, and sliding door access to the recently restained Merbau timber wrap around porch.
The adjacent dining area, positioned opposite the kitchen, is lit by a pendant light and opens onto the back porch, creating an inviting space for family meals and entertaining.
The kitchen is a chef's delight, with 40mm benchtops, a freestanding Chef oven with a four burner gas cooktop, a Westinghouse integrated rangehood, and a dishwasher, combining style and functionality.
Two additional bedrooms on this floor each include built-in wardrobes, ceiling fans with lights, and split system air conditioning, ensuring comfort across the home. The upstairs bathroom features a shower/bath combination with a rain showerhead, a vanity, and a WC, catering to the needs of the household.
Outside, the tiered backyard includes a covered paved area, established gardens, and a garden shed, providing plenty of space for relaxation and enjoying the outdoors.
Extras include an approx. 2.2kW solar system and gas hot water, further enhancing the home's efficiency and convenience.
Offering versatility, space, and lifestyle appeal, this Rutherford residence presents a rare opportunity to secure a home designed for families of all sizes. With a large amount of interest expected from a broad range of buyers, we encourage our clients to contact the team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents without delay to secure their inspections.
Why you'll love where you live;
- A short drive to Rutherford Marketplace, including all three major supermarkets, retail, dining and services to meet your daily needs
- 10 minutes to Maitland CBD and the Levee riverside precinct, with a range of bars and restaurants to enjoy
- 15 minutes from Green Hills Shopping Centre, offering an impressive range of retail, dining and entertainment options
- 50 minutes to the city lights and sights of Newcastle
- Just 20 minutes away from the gourmet delights of the Hunter Valley Vineyards
Disclaimer:
All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.
Listing description written by Nick Clarke, Clarke & Co Estate Agents — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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