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20 Holford Cres, Thornton NSW 2322

House

$735,000

Last sold

28 Feb 2025

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

673.2 m²

Land

142 m²

Building

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $735,000 (28 Feb 2025).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 673 m² against a 142 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Thornton (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,303/m² of land (n=141). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • InterpretationA large lot with a small dwelling means the value case rests on the land and what the zone allows on it, not the house.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$735,000

28 Feb 2025 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Thornton (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,303/m² of land (n=141). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Thornton at a glance

13,073

People

$890,000

Median sale

$703/wk

Median rent

4.11%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 110 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Thornton report →

Vs Thornton

-17.4%

Median sale

Suburb $890,000

+0.86 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 4.11%

Suburb median $890,000 from 110 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

i

Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$735,00028 Feb 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted12 Feb 2025
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted12 Feb 2025

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

NSW

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $703/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    NSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Area

Thornton in one glance

Thornton at a glance

13,073

People

$890,000

Median sale

$703/wk

Median rent

4.11%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 110 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Thornton report →

Keep researching

  • Why Thornton? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Thornton →
  • Other records on Holford Cres →

Listing material

Listed by Clarke & Co Estate Agents

MODERN FAMILY HOME IN AN IDEAL LOCATION!

Property Highlights:

- A beautifully updated family home set in a prime Thornton location

- Three bedrooms, two with built-in robes for convenient storage

Read the full description

- Large open plan living and dining room with direct access to the alfresco

- Gourmet kitchen featuring 20mm stone benchtops, soft close cabinetry, a dual undermount sink, plus quality Westinghouse and Bosch appliances

- Updated three way bathroom featuring a separate WC, a vanity with soft close cabinetry, a shower and a corner bathtub

- Updated vinyl plank flooring, plantation shutters and a neutral paint palette

- New electric heat pump hot water system, 6.6kW solar system with a SolarEdge inverter, plus NBN fibre to the premises

- Updated Mitsubishi Electric split system air conditioning and ceiling fans

- Covered alfresco area overlooking the spacious, fully fenced landscaped backyard

- Separate double car garage with single drive through access, plus a garden shed in the yard with a covered patio

Outgoings:

Council Rate: $2,424 approx. per annum

Water Rate: $827.64 approx. per annum

Rental Return: $620 approx. per week

Set in the family friendly suburb of Thornton, this beautifully maintained brick and tile home offers an unbeatable blend of comfort, style, and convenience. Designed with family living in mind, this residence is packed with thoughtful updates and modern inclusions, making it a fantastic opportunity for owner occupiers and investors alike.

Thornton's prime location places you within easy reach of everything the region has to offer, including Maitland's heritage centre, a short 20 minute drive from home. Newcastle's stunning beaches and vibrant CBD, along with the renowned Hunter Valley vineyards are just 35 minutes away, offering weekends of fine dining, wine tasting, and scenic countryside escapes.

Upon arrival, a lush grassed lawn and beautifully established gardens create an inviting first impression, while the double bay garage with electric roller doors, power, and single drive through access adds both convenience and functionality. Stepping inside, updated vinyl plank flooring flows throughout, complemented by plantation shutters and a neutral colour palette that enhances the home's modern appeal.

The open plan living and dining area is a light filled, welcoming space, complete with LED downlights and an updated Mitsubishi Electric split system air conditioner for year round comfort. A glass sliding door seamlessly connects the indoors to the alfresco area, making entertaining effortless.

The updated kitchen is both stylish and practical, featuring 20mm stone benchtops, a striking tiled splashback, and soft close cabinetry. A dual undermount sink, a built-in pantry, and premium appliances including a Westinghouse oven, a four burner electric cooktop, an integrated rangehood, and a new Bosch dishwasher ensure a seamless cooking experience.

Three comfortable bedrooms offer plenty of space for the family, all featuring plush carpet and ceiling fans with lights, with built-in robes in two of the rooms for convenient storage.

The updated three way bathroom is designed for practicality, featuring a separate WC, a vanity with soft close cabinetry, a shower with a rain showerhead, and a corner bath for ultimate relaxation.

Step outside to the undercover alfresco area, where you can sit back and enjoy the view across the fully fenced, beautifully landscaped backyard with lemon and mandarin trees. A garden shed provides extra storage and a covered concrete patio for versatility.

Extra features include NBN fibre to the premises, a new electric heat pump hot water system, and a 6.6kW solar system with a SolarEdge inverter for your sustainable living.

A quality home of this nature, set in such a highly sought after area is certain to attract a large amount of enquiries. We encourage our clients to contact the team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents without delay to secure their inspections.

Why you'll love where you live;

- A short drive to the local Thornton Shopping Centre, train station, sporting fields and local schooling

- Located just 10 minutes from Green Hills shopping centre, offering an impressive range of retail, dining and entertainment options right at your doorstep

- An easy 20 minute drive to Maitland's heritage CBD and riverside Levee precinct

- A short drive to the charming village of Morpeth, offering boutique shopping and coffee that draws a crowd

- 35 minutes to the city lights and sights of Newcastle or the gourmet delights of the Hunter Valley Vineyards

***Health & Safety Measures are in Place for Open Homes & All Private Inspections

Disclaimer:

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own enquiries. Some of our properties are marketed from time to time without price guide at the vendors request. This website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes. Any personal information given to us during the course of the campaign will be kept on our database for follow up and to market other services and opportunities unless instructed in writing.

Listing description written by Nick Clarke, Clarke & Co Estate Agents — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Fully Fenced
  • Living Areas: 1
  • Shed
  • Toilets: 1
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