Shell Cove at a glance
8,462
People
$1,505,000
Median sale
$970/wk
Median rent
3.35%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 90 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Shell Cove › Hicks Tce
$1,240,000
Last sold
16 Apr 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
369 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
Last sold
$1,240,000
16 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Shell Cove (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $3,031/m² of land (n=86). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Shell Cove at a glance
8,462
People
$1,505,000
Median sale
$970/wk
Median rent
3.35%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 90 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Shell Cove
-17.6%
Median sale
Suburb $1,505,000
+0.72 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.35%
Suburb median $1,505,000 from 90 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
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
NSWPlanning 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.” 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 $970/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
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.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownArea
Shell Cove at a glance
8,462
People
$1,505,000
Median sale
$970/wk
Median rent
3.35%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 90 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Powered by Smile Elite NSWPositioned on a private, fully fenced corner block, 2 Hicks Terrace, Shell Cove offers the kind of easy, single-level living that so many buyers are searching for — without the burden of maintaining a large home or spending weekends mowing lawns.
This freestanding 3-bedroom home has been thoughtfully designed, this home delivers comfort, flexibility and practicality in equal measure.
From the street, the corner position creates natural light, privacy and a sense of space. Inside, plantation shutters dress every window, enhancing both style and functionality while allowing beautiful filtered light to flow throughout the home.
At the heart of the residence, the open-plan kitchen, living and dining area creates a welcoming and connected central hub — perfect for everyday living or relaxed entertaining. Whether it’s morning coffee in the sun or dinner with friends, this space feels effortless and inviting.
In addition to the main living zone, the home features both a family room and a separate media room. This second living area is ideal for movie nights, a quiet retreat, or easily adaptable as a potential fourth bedroom, home office or guest space when required. It’s flexibility without compromise.
The master suite is privately positioned and complete with its own ensuite, while two additional bedrooms are serviced by a full family bathroom. Ceiling fans are fitted throughout all bedrooms and living areas, ensuring year-round comfort.
Practical upgrades add real value:
- 6.6kW solar panel system for energy efficiency
- Split system air conditioning
- Ceiling fans throughout
- Plantation shutters on all windows
- Security doors to both the front entrance and laundry
These thoughtful inclusions enhance comfort, reduce running costs and provide peace of mind.
This is a home designed for those who want to enjoy their lifestyle — not maintain it.
Perfect for downsizers seeking a secure, low-maintenance base in Shell Cove.
Ideal for busy professional couples who would rather spend their weekends at the marina, walking the coastline or travelling — not tending to large gardens.
Single level. Corner block. Secure. Energy efficient. Flexible living.
This is lifestyle — waiting for you.
Why families are choosing to call Shell Cove home..
1. A Lifestyle That Feels Like a Permanent Holiday:
Families are drawn to Shell Cove for the lifestyle it offers every day. Morning walks along the marina boardwalk, coffee by the water, afternoons at the beach and sunset strolls along the coastline quickly become part of the weekly routine. With Killalea State Park, surf beaches and open coastal landscapes nearby, it’s a place where nature is always within reach.
2. A Community Designed for Families:
Shell Cove was thoughtfully planned as a family-focused coastal community. Wide streets, beautiful parks, playgrounds and walking paths create a safe and welcoming environment where kids can ride bikes, play outside and grow up surrounded by neighbours who look out for one another.
3. Everything Within Easy Reach:
One of the reasons families love living here is the convenience. Shellharbour Square, local schools, childcare centres and sporting fields are all just minutes away. The Shell Cove Marina precinct adds another layer of lifestyle, offering restaurants, cafés, a tavern and waterfront spaces where families gather.
4. Space to Grow:
Homes in Shell Cove are often larger blocks or well-designed family residences with multiple living areas, outdoor entertaining and room for children and pets. Many homes capture beautiful outlooks — whether over the marina, parklands or wetlands — giving families a sense of space and calm.
5. Strong Sense of Belonging:
Perhaps the most powerful reason people stay in Shell Cove is the sense of community. Families build lasting friendships through local schools, sports clubs and neighbourhood connections. It’s common to meet people who moved here years ago and simply never left.
6. A Future-Focused Coastal Suburb:
With continued investment in infrastructure, the marina development, nearby hospital upgrades and transport links, Shell Cove continues to grow as one of the Illawarra’s most desirable coastal communities — offering families not just lifestyle today, but confidence in the future.
In short, families don’t just buy homes in Shell Cove — they build their lives here.
Disclaimer: All information contained herein is obtained from property owners or third-party sources, which we believe are reliable. We have no reason to doubt its accuracy; however, we cannot guarantee it. All interested person/s should rely on their own enquiries.
Listing description written by Monique Field, Powered by Smile Elite NSW — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
NSW 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?
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
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.