Drayton at a glance
1,893
People
$900,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$630,000
Last sold
29 Jan 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
607 m²
Land
122 m²
Building
Districts View
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
$630,000
29 Jan 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Drayton (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $697/m² of land (n=41). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Drayton at a glance
1,893
People
$900,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Drayton
-30.0%
Median sale
Suburb $900,000
+1.34 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.11%
Suburb median $900,000 from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme
Zone
Low-Medium Density Residential
Low-Medium Density Residential
Jurisdiction
Toowoomba Regional Council
Toowoomba, QLD
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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDZoned Low-Medium Density Residential (Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme). Official parcel area about 610 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. Zoning and lot facts are a starting point, not proof this lot outperforms the suburb. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $539/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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned Low-Medium Density Residential (Toowoomba Regional Planning Scheme). Official parcel area about 610 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
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?
KnownmediumOfficial parcel about 610 m² — land size can look like optionality. No material overlays were returned that would explain a discount. That is not proof the price is fair. Nearby DAs, easements, and flood-layer gaps can still explain a cheap-looking listing — those are not all loaded.
Lot-level flood
UnknownFlood overlay has not been queried for this lot. 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
UnknownNo DA adapter returned applications 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
Drayton at a glance
1,893
People
$900,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.11%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 9 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by The Agency ToowoombaPositioned in one of Toowoomba's most historic and convenient suburbs, this low-maintenance three-bedroom home at 20 Parker Street offers an outstanding opportunity for both investors with immediate income and future owner-occupiers with scope for facelift modernisation. The property combines solid construction (Brick Verner), modern comforts and a generous block in a location that continues to grow in popularity.
Step inside and you're welcomed by polished timber floors that add warmth and character throughout the home. The air-conditioned living area provides a comfortable space to relax and unwind, ensuring year-round comfort for you/your family or future tenants. The layout is practical and easy to live in, with good natural light and a simple flow through to the kitchen and bedrooms.
The kitchen has been updated, offering ample storage, plenty of bench space and electric cooking facilities. It's a functional, low-maintenance space ready to go.
The bathroom features both a separate shower and bathtub, while the separate toilet adds extra convenience.
All three bedrooms are very generous in size, giving you flexibility for other uses as well, a home office, a nursery, or a hobby room; the choice is yours.
Car accommodation is well catered for, with a large single garage offering internal access to the home – a practical feature that adds security and ease, especially in wet weather.
The house has security screens on all windows and doors for peace of mind.
Outside, the fully Colourbond-fenced, level yard offers excellent privacy and usability. With rear access, there's scope for a shed, a veggie garden, play space for kids, a cubby house or room for pets to roam.
The property is water compliant, making it an attractive set-and-forget option for investors looking to maximise rental appeal and minimise setup costs.
Drayton itself is one of Toowoomba's oldest and most historically significant suburbs, originally established as a key settlement in the 19th century. Today, it blends that rich heritage with the convenience of modern living. Residents enjoy a friendly, community-focused atmosphere with easy access to local shops, cafes, schools, parks and essential services. From 20 Parker Street, you're just a short distance to Drayton Shopping Centre, Bunnings, local eateries, medical facilities, University of Southern Queensland and public transport. As well as a straightforward drive into Toowoomba's CBD and major employment hubs.
For investors, Drayton's (Toowoomba) has solid rental demand, proximity to key amenities and ongoing development make this property a smart addition to any portfolio. The combination low-maintenance construction, and a practical floor plan means ongoing tenancy.
For future home buyers, especially first-home buyers or downsizers, this is an affordable opportunity to enter the market in a well-established suburb with a genuine sense of history and community.
Tenanted at $360 per week, until 27 July 2026, with a current rental appraisal of $450 to $480 per week (LRI 26 July 2025)
Toowoomba Regional Council rates and charges - $2,682 per annum, Water infrastructure charge $795 per annum.
Whether you're seeking a comfortable home to move into or a reliable investment in a growth corridor, 20 Parker Street, Drayton is well worth your inspection.
Listing description written by Brett Mullen, The Agency Toowoomba — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.