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VIC › Merrimu › Mckenzie Ct
$1,050,000–$1,150,000
For sale
Asking range
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
19,900 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
Asking
$1,050,000–$1,150,000
Asking range · $53/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Merrimu at a glance
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Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$64,011 on top of the price (6.1% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: Victoria schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
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Planning
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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 and no suburb rent aggregate are loaded. Official bond files are not loaded. Listing rent and suburb aggregates are evidence, not this address’s rent.
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.
0 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
UnknownNo advertised rent and no suburb rent aggregate are loaded. Official bond files are not loaded. Listing rent and suburb aggregates are evidence, not this address’s rent.
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
Merrimu at a glance
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Listed by Barry Plant St AlbansHidden away in one of Merrimu's most peaceful court locations, this charming country retreat offers a rare opportunity to enjoy space, privacy and a relaxed lifestyle surrounded by established native bushland, all within minutes of Bacchus Marsh and easy access to the Western Freeway.
Set on approximately 1.99 hectares (almost five acres), the property enjoys an elevated position amongst mature gum trees, creating a tranquil setting that feels a world away from the everyday. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, a permanent tree change or simply more room to enjoy life, this is a property that offers both character and potential.
The well maintained brick residence provides comfortable family living with three bedrooms, a light filled living area, functional kitchen and dining space, wrap around verandahs and an enclosed sunroom overlooking the natural surrounds. While the home remains largely original, it has been lovingly maintained and provides an excellent foundation for buyers wishing to move straight in while adding their own personal touches over time.
One of the standout features is the impressive powered workshop, complete with concrete flooring, hoist beam, dedicated workshop area and separate storage room, making it ideal for tradies, mechanics, hobbyists or anyone requiring additional workspace. A separate bungalow, double garage and carport further enhance the versatility of the property.
The established grounds offer an abundance of native birdlife, peaceful walking areas and multiple outdoor spaces to relax and unwind. Extensive rainwater storage and quality infrastructure further complement the lifestyle on offer.
Conveniently located only a short drive from Bacchus Marsh township, schools, shopping, cafés and rail services, this unique property offers the perfect balance between country living and everyday convenience.
Properties offering this level of privacy, space and lifestyle are becoming increasingly difficult to find.
Features
- Approximately 1.99 hectares (19,910m² / almost 5 acres)
- Peaceful court location
- Elevated position surrounded by established native bushland
- Three bedroom brick residence
- Enclosed sunroom
- Wrap around verandahs
- Large powered workshop with hoist beam
- Separate bungalow
- Double garage plus carport
- Approximately 51,000 litres of rainwater storage
- Tranquil lifestyle only minutes from Bacchus Marsh
- Easy access to the Western Freeway for Melbourne commuters
Listing description written by Alex (chau) Tran, Barry Plant St Albans — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.