New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › New Town › Swanston St
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
571 m²
Land
2,164.641 m²
Building
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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in New Town (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,604/m² of land (n=72). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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
TASPlanning 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 for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $499/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 for this property. 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 for this property.
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
New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by LJ Hooker Pinnacle PropertyWelcome to the heart of New Town, where urban living meets the charm and character of this 1950s Californian Bulgalow-style home which has huge potential. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is presented beautifully, highlighting stunning original features, and would also delight anyone inspired to turn their creative hand to kick off their dream renovation.
This solid brick home expands over 2 levels for flexible and convenient living, especially for those with teenage children or anyone needing a little extra space. The top floor features stunning views toward kunanyi/Mt Wellington, original features, and the large master bedroom has a gorgeous bay window.
The living areas are warmed by gas-powered hydronic heating and there is a cosy fireplace in the lounge room offering a welcoming space for family gatherings or, quiet nights in, curled up with a good book by the fire.
There is a renovated bathroom and separate toilet servicing the top level, and an ensuite on the lower level offering plenty of potential to transform into a self-contained apartment (STCA).
The deck extends out from the lower level creating the perfect spot to entertain, and the fully fenced backyard enjoys a variety of established trees and plants.
Experience the best of inner city living in New Town. With its vibrant community, proximity to the prestigious Friend's School and local amenities, and stunning natural beauty, it's the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to make your mark on this charming property.
- Immaculately presented brick home
- Beautiful original features throughout
- Polished floorboards
- Generous-sized lounge room with open fireplace
- Views of kununyi/Mount Wellington from the kitchen and dining room
- Spacious floorplan over 2 levels
- Large master bedroom with bay window
- Perfect location, close to shops, schools and cafes
- Walking distance to the prestigious Friend's School
- Close to major shopping centres
- Less than 10-minute commute to Hobart CBD
Year Built: 1952
Annual Council Rates: $2900 approximately
Annual TasWater Rates: $1200 approximately
Rental Appraisal: $680 - $730 per week
The information contained herein has been supplied to us and we have no reason to doubt its accuracy, however, can not guarantee it. Accordingly, all interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify this information.
Listing description written by Alison Rogers, LJ Hooker Pinnacle Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.