Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Birmingham Gardens › Jones St
$845,000
Last sold
17 Apr 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
651 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
$845,000
17 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Sources disagree on the sale price. All recorded figures are shown in the history below — Districts does not pick a winner.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Birmingham Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,297/m² of land (n=83). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Birmingham Gardens
-11.2%
Median sale
Suburb $952,000
+0.41 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.27%
Suburb median $952,000 from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012
Zone
Low Density Residential
R2
Jurisdiction
Newcastle
Newcastle, 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 31 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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 654 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 $598/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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 654 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 Low Density Residential · R2 (Newcastle Local Environmental Plan 2012). Official parcel area about 654 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 654 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
Birmingham Gardens at a glance
2,905
People
$952,000
Median sale
$598/wk
Median rent
3.27%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 21 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Dowling Real Estate Raymond TerraceSet in a super handy pocket of Birmingham Gardens, this is the kind of opportunity that ticks a lot of boxes. Whether you're a first home buyer trying to break into the market, an investor chasing a solid location, or someone looking for a block with genuine future upside.
Location-wise, it doesn't get much easier. You're only around 15 minutes into the CBD and beaches of Newcastle, with quick access to main roads and transport options making the daily commute simple. You're also just minutes to Jesmond Central for all your shopping needs, along with nearby parks, cafes and everyday essentials.
For families or investors, you've got great schooling and education options close by including Callaghan College Jesmond Campus, and of course the ever-popular University of Newcastle just down the road, a major drawcard for tenants and long-term growth.
Set on a huge block, the property offers plenty of space now, with exciting potential for the future - whether that's extending, adding a granny flat (STCA), or simply enjoying the yard as is.
The home itself is well-kept, comfortable and ready to move straight into, featuring:
- Three well-sized bedrooms, including a massive main with ceiling fan
- Two additional bedrooms with carpet for comfort
- A large, light-filled kitchen with plenty of bench space, storage and natural light
- Spacious living area positioned at the front of the home, complete with air conditioning
- Beautiful timber floorboards flowing throughout
- Neat bathroom with bathtub, shower and vanity
- Laundry located at the rear with easy outdoor access
- Plenty of storage and cupboards throughout the home
Stepping outside, you'll find:
- A huge block with loads of potential and usable space
- Single garage positioned off the side of the home
- Underneath outside stairs, potential laundry with plumbing and power points
- Solar system already installed to help keep those running costs down
Properties in this location, with this much potential, don't last long. It's the perfect mix of convenience, comfort and future upside - and a great way to get your foot into a growing market.
Whether you're looking to move in, rent out, or add value over time - this one just makes sense.
This information has been provided to us by third parties and we do not accept responsibility for its accuracy. You should make your own enquiries and check the information so as to determine whether or not this information is in fact accurate. You must make your own assessment and obtain professional advice if necessary
Listing description written by Liam Higgins, Dowling Real Estate Raymond Terrace — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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