Balgowlah at a glance
8,402
People
$3,915,000
Median sale
$976/wk
Median rent
1.30%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Balgowlah › Woodland St
$4,325,000
Last sold
26 Nov 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
790 m²
Land
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
$4,325,000
26 Nov 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Balgowlah (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $6,690/m² of land (n=19). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Balgowlah at a glance
8,402
People
$3,915,000
Median sale
$976/wk
Median rent
1.30%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Balgowlah
+10.5%
Median sale
Suburb $3,915,000
-0.13 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 1.30%
Suburb median $3,915,000 from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013
Zone
General Residential
R1
Jurisdiction
Northern Beaches
Northern Beaches, NSW
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.
The official layer was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 1 Sept 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 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 777 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 $976/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 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 777 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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned General Residential · R1 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 777 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 777 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
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
Balgowlah at a glance
8,402
People
$3,915,000
Median sale
$976/wk
Median rent
1.30%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by CunninghamsFIND. Set quietly back from the street, this graceful period home commands an elevated position with beautiful harbour outlooks – celebrating the craftsmanship of its era while embracing modern enhancements. Ornate detailing and soaring ceilings establish a strong sense of character, while two light-filled levels reveal a sequence of generous living spaces and refined finishes that create a residence that is sophisticated and timeless.
LOVE. From the grand traditional lounge with its rare dome ceiling and adjoining sunroom, to the open-plan living and dining zone that flows effortlessly to landscaped gardens and a paved entertaining terrace, the interiors unfold with ease and elegance. Upstairs, a sunlit living area extends to a balcony where a stunning harbourscape provides an inspiring backdrop, while four well-proportioned bedrooms are thoughtfully arranged across both levels. Modern comforts elevate everyday function, whilst the location near Balgowlah village enhances convenience.
- Traditional lounge room with rare ornate dome ceiling, open fireplace and adjoining sunroom.
- Light-filled casual living and dining flows to alfresco space with ease.
- Meticulously landscaped backyard with sun-drenched lawns, immaculate garden beds and paved pergola terrace.
- Upstairs living area opens to balcony capturing tranquil harbour outlooks.
- Modern stone kitchen with Miele appliances, island bench, walk-in pantry.
- Flexible family layout with four generous bedrooms split across both levels.
- Well-presented bathrooms conveniently positioned on both levels.
- Updated finishes with classic plantation shutters, elegant hardwood floors and fresh coastal aesthetic.
- Internal laundry room with WC and storage, ducted gas heating, air-conditioning, ample storage throughout, double carport.
LIVE. Peaceful and private, the setting offers all the benefits of a quiet retreat while remaining moments from schools, parks, transport and an array of village shops, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets. With the harbour foreshore close at hand, and Manly's beaches and cafés just a short drive away, the location balances the serenity of its harbourside setting with the ease of everyday convenience.
RATES/SIZE:
Water rates: Approx $172.79 pq
Council rates: Approx $773.80 pq
Size: Approx 790 sqm
ABOUT THE AREA
Local Transport:
- Buses to city CBD, Chatswood, Westfield Warringah Mall and Manly
Shopping & Dining:
- Stockland Balgowlah shopping centre
- Balgowlah village provide a choice of cafes, shops and restaurants.
Schools:
- Balgowlah Heights Primary School
- Manly West Primary School
- St. Cecilia´s Catholic Primary;
- Balgowlah Boys High School
- Mackellar Girls High School
- St Paul's College Manly
WHAT THE OWNER LOVES:
- We've loved how the back garden feels like a private escape, with private space for entertaining or just relaxing in the sun.
- Having three separate living zones has worked so well for our family, and we've enjoyed the outlook from the upstairs balcony – it's something we never get tired of.
- We've appreciated being able to walk to the village, the harbour and the beach so easily from here.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information provided to you in our marketing material, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by our Vendors, and as such, Cunninghams makes no statement, representation or warranty, and assumes no legal liability in relation to the accuracy of the information provided. Interested parties should conduct their own due diligence in relation to each property they are considering purchasing. All photographs, maps and images are representative only, for marketing purposes.
Listing description written by James Haywood, Cunninghams — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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