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18 Sunbird Ave, Ballina NSW 2478

House

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

669.8 m²

Land

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • FactLand 670 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Ballina (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,595/m² of land (n=49). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

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?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Ballina (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,595/m² of land (n=49). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Ballina at a glance

9,995

People

$980,000

Median sale

$653/wk

Median rent

3.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Ballina report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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 retrieved

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

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown8 Aug 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted2 July 2024
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted2 July 2024

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?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” 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 $653/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

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.”

Read more

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

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.

1 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • 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?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • 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

Ballina in one glance

Ballina at a glance

9,995

People

$980,000

Median sale

$653/wk

Median rent

3.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Ballina report →

Keep researching

  • Why Ballina? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Ballina →
  • Other records on Sunbird Ave →

Listing material

Listed by LJ Hooker Lismore

Embrace the Serenity of Coastal Living, Your Dream Home Awaits

Welcome to your idyllic retreat in beautiful Ballina, where the gentle sea breeze whispers the promise of a relaxed beachside lifestyle. This exquisite property, nestled in a quiet cul de sac, offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience for discerning retirees or families seeking a serene coastal sanctuary.

This property is not just a home; it's a lifestyle oasis designed for those who appreciate the finer things in life and have a passion for outdoor entertaining. From the moment you arrive, the beautifully manicured front garden and inviting facade set the tone for the elegance that lies within. Step inside and be greeted by a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with spacious living areas that flow seamlessly into a gourmet kitchen, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, butlers pantry and a generous island bench perfect for casual dining or your morning coffee. The home boasts multiple bedrooms, each a sanctuary of peace with plush carpeting and ample natural light. The master suite is a retreat in itself, featuring a luxurious en-suite bathroom with dual vanities and a view that invites relaxation.

Step outside to your private oasis, where the sparkling heated pool beckons you for a refreshing dip or leisurely swim. The meticulously landscaped garden offers a peaceful backdrop for morning coffees or sunset cocktails on the deck, with the soft glow of dusk painting the sky. Imagine hosting summer BBQs under the covered outdoor space with a built-in BBQ and glass bar fridge.

Read the full description

Sustainability is key, with solar panels and a 10kw battery ensuring energy efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint. Plus, with the convenience of nearby amenities; the beach, the airport, shopping centers, and the CBD all within close reach, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and accessibility.

Features:

- 4 generously sized bedrooms, the master with walk-in robe and ensuite

- Spacious living area with bamboo flooring and air conditioning

- Media room with built-in cupboards

- A gourmet kitchen with 3 ovens, an island bench and a butlers pantry

- Beautifully landscaped gardens, perfect for relaxation or entertaining guests.

- Heated inground mineral swimming pool for all year-round comfort

- Solar PV with 10kw battery storage system.

- 2 outdoor covered spaces

- Side gate access to rear yard. Lot size 669.m2

- Close proximity to local shops, medical facilities, and public transport, ensuring everything you need is within easy reach.

Rates: Approximately $2900- 23/24 rates

Water access: Approximately $60 per quarter + usage.

This is more than a home; it's a place where memories will be made, laughter will echo, and life will be enjoyed to the fullest. Don't miss the opportunity to make this dream home your reality. Act now and start living the life you've always envisioned in beautiful Ballina! Call Terry on 0412988577 for a private inspection. “Agent declares Interest”

Disclaimer: We have used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information.

Listing description written by Terry Wallace, LJ Hooker Lismore — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Ensuites: 1
  • Pool
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