Montrose at a glance
6,858
People
$975,000
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
3.24%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Montrose › St James Ave
$790,000
Last sold
16 May 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
920 m²
Land
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
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
$790,000
16 May 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Montrose (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $906/m² of land (n=101). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Montrose at a glance
6,858
People
$975,000
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
3.24%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Montrose
-19.0%
Median sale
Suburb $975,000
+0.76 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.24%
Suburb median $975,000 from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
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.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
VICPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $608/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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried 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
Montrose at a glance
6,858
People
$975,000
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
3.24%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 28 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Bell Real Estate MontroseKids darting across the lawn, sausages sizzling on the deck, and kookaburras providing the evening soundtrack - this is a home that leans wholeheartedly into relaxed family living. Set on a generous 920m² (approx.) in one of Montrose’s most loved low-traffic pockets, it blends space, greenery and everyday ease with just the right amount of charm.
Timber boards stretch underfoot through an L-shaped living and meals zone, while ornate cornices add a subtle nod to character. It’s a space that adapts effortlessly - movie nights, dinner with friends, or simply stretching out on a Sunday afternoon. The kitchen connects seamlessly, sleek and functional with quality stainless-steel appliances, keeping everything within easy reach while still feeling part of the action.
Tucked away for privacy, three robed bedrooms are serviced by a central bathroom with both bath and shower - practical for growing families and guests alike with scope to update when you’re ready.
But it’s outside where this home truly comes into its own. A substantial covered deck sets the stage for everything from casual barbecues to milestone celebrations, complete with built-in seating and lighting that keeps the good times rolling long after sunset. Beyond, a spacious backyard opens up, offering plenty of room for cricket matches, pets, or simply enjoying the fresh air. An orange and apple tree add a sweet, seasonal touch, while the adjoining Heathfield Reserve creates a lush, ever-changing backdrop that feels like an extension of your own garden.
For those who need space to tinker, store or park, the property delivers with a double carport behind gates, drive-through access to a garage with workshop benches, and ample off-street parking.
With Heathfield Creek Reserve just down the road, Montrose Village and Montrose Primary close by, and the occasional wandering peacock adding a touch of local charm, this is a home where lifestyle and location come together beautifully.
At a Glance:
• Generous 920m² (approx.) allotment in a sought-after Montrose location
• L-shaped living and meals area with warm timber floors and ornate cornices
• Sleek kitchen with stainless-steel appliances
• Three bedrooms with built-in robes
• Central family bathroom with bath and shower
• Expansive covered entertaining deck with built-in seating and lighting
• Spacious backyard with orange and apple trees
• Directly backing onto Heathfield Reserve for leafy, private outlook
• Euro-style laundry
• Double carport behind gates with drive-through access
• Garage with workshop benches ideal for tradies or hobbyists
• Ample additional off-street parking
• Ducted heating and split system air-conditioning
• Walk to Heathfield Creek Reserve and playground
• Close to Montrose shops, primary school and transport options
• Easy access to Mooroolbark and Lilydale train stations
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition) Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.
Listing description written by Allan Dowdell, Bell Real Estate Montrose — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.