Melba at a glance
3,426
People
$880,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
2.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
ACT › Melba › Alfred Hill Dr
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
693 m²
Land
144 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Melba (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,139/m² of land (n=13). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Melba at a glance
3,426
People
$880,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
2.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 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
ACTPlanning 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 $400/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. This jurisdiction has no comparable official bond series in the free set.
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
Melba at a glance
3,426
People
$880,000
Median sale
$400/wk
Median rent
2.36%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White CanberraPlease note: This property will be auctioned on Sunday, February 2nd, 2025, as part of our Summer Showcase Auction Event held at the Hyatt Hotel Canberra. It will be in lot 2 of the event, which will commence at 11:30 am.
This delightful brick home perfectly combines space and versatility, offering a fantastic opportunity to move in and make it your own. The bright and welcoming open-plan living areas, along with three generously sized bedrooms, immediately capture your attention.
A standout feature of this home is the original timber flooring throughout, complemented by freshly painted walls, which create a fresh and inviting ambiance.
The living spaces are thoughtfully separated from the bedroom areas, allowing you to entertain in peace without disturbing the kids. The large formal living area at the front flows seamlessly into the dining and family room, creating an ideal space for family gatherings.
The updated kitchen is perfectly positioned to connect with the living areas and includes a walk-in pantry, gas cooktop, electric oven, and dishwasher - perfect for both casual and formal cooking.
Each of the three bedrooms is equipped with built-in robes and ceiling fans, while the master bedroom offers a private ensuite and views of the garden.
Where this home truly shines is the outdoor space. The expansive backyard provides plenty of room for children to play and features established garden beds that you can expand upon or transform into your own private retreat.
With so many features to love, and located just moments from Melba's shopping village, public transport options and local schools, it makes this property a must on the inspection list!
Features:
• Three spacious bedrooms all with built-in robes & ceiling fans, including a master with ensuite
• Freshly pained throughout, creating a bright & inviting atmosphere
• Fully Insulated walls, floors & ceilings throughout
• Two large living areas, perfect for entertaining & family gatherings
• Timber floorboards throughout
• Updated kitchen with ample bench space, plenty of storage, walk-in pantry, gas cooktop, electric oven & dishwasher
• Split System to living room
• Ceiling fan to Family room
• Ducted gas heating
• Electric front door lock
• 8.19kw Solar System with Battery Storage
• Predominantly double-glazed windows throughout
• Single garage / automatic roller door access + ample space for storage or workshop
• Established gardens with spacious back yard
Close proximity to:
• Melba shops
• Mount Rogers Primary School
• Melba Copland Secondary School
• St Monica's Primary School
• Belconnen Town Centre
• Local parklands
Stats:
• EER: 5.0
• Block: 692 m2
• Living: 144m2
• Built: 1973
• Rates: $2, 988.52 per annum
• Land Tax: $5, 379.60 per annum
Disclaimer: All information regarding this property is from sources we believe to be accurate, however we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Interested persons should make and rely on their own enquiries in relation to inclusions, figures, measurements, dimensions, layout, furniture and descriptions.
Listing description written by Jake Battenally, Ray White Canberra — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.