Lower Mitcham at a glance
2,196
People
$1,587,500
Median sale
$604/wk
Median rent
1.98%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 10 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Lower Mitcham › Laffers Ln
$1,305,500
Last sold
16 July 2025
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
553 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
$1,305,500
16 July 2025 · 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 Lower Mitcham (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,097/m² of land (n=44). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lower Mitcham at a glance
2,196
People
$1,587,500
Median sale
$604/wk
Median rent
1.98%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 10 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Lower Mitcham
-17.8%
Median sale
Suburb $1,587,500
+0.43 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 1.98%
Suburb median $1,587,500 from 10 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
SAPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $604/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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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.
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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
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
Lower Mitcham at a glance
2,196
People
$1,587,500
Median sale
$604/wk
Median rent
1.98%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 10 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harris Real Estate Daw ParkA picturesque 1900s stone-fronted cottage tucked behind a white picket fence in one of Adelaide's most beloved and tightly held pockets. Set on approximately 553m², this timeless character home combines the grace of yesteryear with thoughtful modern updates, making it an exceptional offering for families, downsizers, professionals or those simply seeking lifestyle and location.
Well-presented and brimming with charm, the home showcases timber floorboards, high ceilings and ornate fireplaces – all lovingly preserved and enhanced by a stylish rear extension and secluded garden that create a true sense of sanctuary.
The flexible layout offers three bedrooms – all with split system air conditioning – while the master enjoys a walk-in robe and ensuite-style access to the central family bathroom. A particular feature of the home is the light-filled open plan kitchen, living and dining area at the rear, where a split system and wonderful wood fire provide year-round comfort. French doors spill out to a tranquil alfresco space, perfect for entertaining or relaxing throughout the seasons.
A stylish kitchen with island bench and ample storage makes cooking a joy and entertaining a delight, while the outdoor entertaining area with tranquil water feature, summer house, shed and framed by manicured hedging invites morning coffees, weekend barbecues or peaceful evenings.
Additional features include a second toilet, powder room, pantry, off street parking, carport with dual car parking and front verandah. This is a home where lifestyle, comfort and location intersect seamlessly.
With excellent proximity to amenities including Mitcham Shopping Centre, public transport, cafés and quality schools – including zoning for Colonel Light Gardens Primary and Unley High School – 2 Laffers Lane, Lower Mitcham represents a rare and exciting opportunity to secure a character home ready to move in and enjoy.
Whether you're starting out, scaling down or simply searching for a home with heart in a sought-after suburb, this is one not to be missed.
It's our pleasure to bring this special home to market – for further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Chris Potkins on 0402 772 979 or Tabitha Warde 0487 251 126. We look forward to showing you through.
Specifications:
CT / 5821/626
Council / Mitcham
Zoning / SN
Built / 1900
Land / 553m2 (approx)
Frontage / 13m
Council Rates / $2,342.85pa
ES Levy / $191.50pa
Estimated rental assessment $730 - $800 per week/ Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Colonel Light Gardens P.S, Clapham P.S, Mitcham P.S, Westbourne Park P.S, Highgate School, Unley H.S, Mitcham Girls H.S, Springbank Secondary College, Urrbrae Agricultural H.S
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 333839
Listing description written by Tabitha Warde, Harris Real Estate Daw Park — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.