Bagdad at a glance
1,573
People
$667,500
Median sale
$485/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › Bagdad › Longwood Rd
$720,000
Last sold
6 Oct 2024
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
10
Car spaces
53,200 m²
Land
231 m²
Building
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
$720,000
6 Oct 2024 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Bagdad (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $340/m² of land (n=39). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Bagdad at a glance
1,573
People
$667,500
Median sale
$485/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Bagdad
+7.9%
Median sale
Suburb $667,500
-0.28 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.78%
Suburb median $667,500 from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Southern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule
Zone
Landscape Conservation
125.22
Jurisdiction
Southern Midlands
Southern Midlands, TAS
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
TASZoned Landscape Conservation · 125.22 (Southern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule). Official parcel area about 51,944 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 for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $485/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 for this property. 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 Landscape Conservation · 125.22 (Southern Midlands Local Provisions Schedule). Official parcel area about 51,944 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 for this property.
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 51,944 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
Bagdad at a glance
1,573
People
$667,500
Median sale
$485/wk
Median rent
3.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Arkley & Co'Avalon' - Tucked away in the tranquil surroundings of 185 Longwood Road, Bagdad, this delightful country home offers a serene escape on over 13 acres of land, perfectly zoned for landscape conservation. With its charming stone foundations and chimneys, the home radiates a classic appeal that feels like it's been part of the landscape for generations.
Inside, you'll find 4-5 generously sized bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas, a studio/home office space, a double carport, a versatile workshop or storeroom, and two additional outbuildings (The Potting shed and the Barn) including one with a historic stone chimney from the original land grant era. The Barn has its own wood heater and would easily convert to extra accommodation (STCA) or a perfect man cave. The property offers stunning valley views from both sides, with dramatic escarpments and distant peaks adding to its picturesque charm.
Once a cosy retreat for visitors, the home features a warm and inviting lounge with a stone fireplace and wood heater, ideal for unwinding after a day spent exploring the outdoors. A spacious studio measuring 5m x 10m provides endless possibilities for creative endeavours with a north-facing orientation.
Built from Tasmanian Oak with a stone foundation, this property has been thoughtfully restored by the current owners, blending historic charm with modern comforts. The large kitchen offers plenty of potential for further updates, allowing you to put your own stamp on this unique space.
The home includes two bathrooms, each offering its own appeal. The original bathroom retains its character with a separate toilet, and the second bathroom has been recently updated. The property is well-equipped with an upgraded switchboard, multiple water tanks with a pressure pump, and satellite NBN availability—though a mobile booster might be needed for reliable mobile service.
For those who love gardening, there are two fully enclosed vegetable gardens mulched and ready to plant. The conservation covenant and landscape conservation zoning ensures that the natural beauty of this land is preserved, allowing native flora and fauna to thrive. The property is already a haven for native wildlife, including wombats, wallabies, and a variety of bird species, and there is a fully fenced area for your dogs as well.
This recently renovated home boasts original polished Tasmanian oak floorboards, and spacious rooms, and oozes charm and character. It's a true piece of Tasmanian paradise—are you ready to make it yours?
- Located a mere 45-minute drive from the Hobart CBD
- A rare offering where you can create your own oasis, yoga retreat, guest accommodation and more.
- Perfect for bushwalking, taking in the fresh air and views that Tasmania is famous for.
Disclaimer:
We have obtained this property information from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective buyers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Listing description written by Katrina Arkley, Arkley & Co — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.