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NSW › Balgowlah › Ethel St

21 Ethel St, Balgowlah NSW 2093

House

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

3

Car spaces

645 m²

Land

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • FactLand 645 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Balgowlah (last 5 years) with land size: median $6,626/m² of land (n=20). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • FactZoned General Residential (R1) under the Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013.(NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer · 1 Sept 2026)

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?

No verification items generated for this record.

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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Balgowlah (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $6,626/m² of land (n=20). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Balgowlah at a glance

8,402

People

$3,915,000

Median sale

$976/wk

Median rent

1.30%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Balgowlah report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013

Zone

General Residential

R1

Jurisdiction

Northern Beaches

Northern Beaches, NSW

Planning overlays

  • heightDetected
  • heritageNot detected

Planning constraints

  • 98.5

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer
  • Dataset: Planning Portal Principal Planning — Land Zoning Map
  • Retrieved: 1 Sept 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 102197267

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

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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 detected — official

The official layer was queried and no heritage listed area was detected on this parcel (NSW ePlanning Spatial Viewer, retrieved 1 Sept 2026). Mapped layers change — this is the strongest all-clear Districts can give, not a certificate.

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown5 Jan 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted5 Dec 2025
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted5 Dec 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?

Confidence: medium

Zoned General Residential · R1 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. If the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check, this lot can outperform a same-suburb house that is hold-as-is only. That is not a forecast. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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. 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 $976/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

This looks more compelling as a land / capital-growth play than a pure yield play — if the dual occupancy pathway survives a planner’s check.

Detail

Zoned General Residential · R1 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.

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Achieved rent for this address has not been inferred. Gross yield on advertising copy is not the deal.

Nearby DA pipeline is unknown, so neighbourhood change is not in this verdict.

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.

3 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownmedium

    Zoned General Residential · R1 (Manly Local Environmental Plan 2013). Official parcel area about 657 m². Dual occupancy is a permitted housing type in this NSW zone under statewide settings, subject to DCP and site constraints. That is not confirmation this lot qualifies. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.

  • 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?

    Knownmedium

    Official parcel about 657 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

    Unknown

    Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. 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

    No DA adapter returned applications 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

Balgowlah in one glance

Balgowlah at a glance

8,402

People

$3,915,000

Median sale

$976/wk

Median rent

1.30%

Suburb gross yield

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

See the full Balgowlah report →

Keep researching

  • Why Balgowlah? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Balgowlah →
  • Other records on Ethel St →

Listing material

Listed by The Madison Agency

Spacious family haven with middle harbour views

Discover a sanctuary of peace, privacy and effortless living in a convenient central village location. Beautifully renovated with quality architectural features throughout this spacious two story, full-brick residence offers the ultimate low-maintenance lifestyle paired with sweeping Middle Harbour and city vistas.

A private garden pathway welcomes you into a refined foyer with polished hardwood floors opening to light-filled, spacious interiors. Quality designer finishes create an inviting ambience, while multiple living areas connect seamlessly to a versatile alfresco deck - the perfect setting for year-round entertaining. From here, enjoy elevated views over a private garden oasis and the sparkling harbour beyond.

Thoughtfully modernised and meticulously maintained this character filled family home features four generous bedrooms and modern bathrooms, including a spacious parent retreat complete with stunning harbour and city views. Downstairs features additional flexible rooms including a home office/study as well as a media room with sliding panel doors. Every room has been designed to optimise natural light, comfort and easy family living.

Read the full description

Offering relaxed convenience, exceptional privacy and a premium address, this standout property offers flexible living for all stages of life - from young families seeking space and ease, to downsizers wanting privacy and luxury without compromise.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Stunning harbour and city views

• 645 sqm level block

• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms + study

• Flexible accommodation with multiple living spaces

• Polished timber floors, high ceilings, skylights

• Reverse cycle air conditioning & ducted gas heating,

• Gas Jetmaster fireplace in living room

• Stone finished kitchen with butler's pantry

• Child & pet friendly landscaped gardens

• Lock up garage with storage area and internal access

• Off-street parking for up to 3 cars

• Energy efficient roof top solar panel system

• Central convenient village location

ABOUT THE AREA

• Balgowlah / Seaforth are immensely appealing suburbs popular for village shops, harbour foreshore access and parks as well as proximity to the Sydney CBD, Manly Beach and its vibrant village life.

• The property is close to popular recreational facilities and amenities including 200 m to Seaforth Village, Balgowlah Heights and Balgowlah Village shops and cafes. Immediate access to The Spit marina precinct, Clontarf Beach and picnic grounds and the 'Spit to Manly' foreshore walking track.

• Immediate access to public transport takes you to Sydney's CBD, North Sydney, Manly village as well as Warringah Mall and the Northern Beaches.

• The home falls into the catchment area for Balgowlah Boys Campus and The Northern Beaches Secondary College Mackellar Girls, Balgowlah Heights Public School.

This is a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully appointed home with breathtaking views just footsteps to Seaforth Village, schools and transport - in a gateway Northern Beaches location.

Listing description written by John Smyth, The Madison Agency — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Built-in Robes
  • Ensuites: 1
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