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NSW › Thornton › Somerset Dr

216 Somerset Dr, Thornton NSW 2322

House

$1,440,000

Last sold

16 June 2025

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

5

Car spaces

1,682 m²

Land

409 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 $1,440,000 (16 June 2025).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 1,682 m² against a 409 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

$1,440,000

16 June 2025 · derived via latest_sale

Sources disagree on the sale price. All recorded figures are shown in the history below — Districts does not pick a winner.

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

+61.8%

Median sale

Suburb $890,000

-1.57 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

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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 retrieved

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

Records

Property history

2025$1.43m$1.44m
  • Sold (recorded)
  1. Sold$1,440,00016 June 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted16 May 2025
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted16 May 2025
  4. Sold$1,430,00017 Feb 2025
  5. Listedprice unknowncompleted3 Oct 2024
  6. Listedprice unknowncompleted3 Oct 2024

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 Somerset Dr →

Listing material

Listed by Clarke & Co Estate Agents

LUXURY FAMILY HOME WITH EXPANSIVE ENTERTAINING SPACES!

Property Highlights:

- Stunning family entertainer with open plan living and dining with a freestanding fireplace, media room with speakers, multipurpose room, kids rumpus, and an indoor/outdoor entertaining room

- Gas hot water, security screens throughout, Bosch alarm system and security camera system, Kocom intercom and a 44-panel solar system

Read the full description

- Inground pool and outdoor entertaining with ceiling fans, pull down blinds and glass louvre windows

- Triple attached garage, additional garage in the backyard, and a gated double carport

- ActronAir ducted a/c, ceiling fans, and hardwood timber floors throughout

- Luxurious kitchen with 20mm Caesarstone benchtops, huge island and breakfast bar, quality appliances and a large pantry

- Four generous bedrooms, all with carpet, ceiling fans, plantation shutters and built-in or walk-in robes, with a grand ensuite in the master bedroom

- Indoor/outdoor room with ceiling mounted speakers, plantation shutters, split system a/c, a gas bayonet and power

Outgoings:

Rental Return: $850 approx. per week

Built by McDonald Jones in 2007, this brick and tile masterpiece boasts chic lines and impeccable street appeal. Established gardens and lush green grass invite you into a home that is both grand and welcoming.

Thornton's ideal location puts you just 35 minutes from Newcastle's city and beaches, 15 minutes from Maitland's heritage CBD, and only 30 minutes from the gourmet delights of the Hunter Valley vineyards. This central positioning means you're never far from the best the region has to offer.

Step inside, and you're greeted by a wide entryway with recessed ceilings and feature downlights. Gleaming hardwood timber floors run throughout, with a recessed wall at the entry perfect for showcasing artwork. The spacious layout flows seamlessly into the family areas, making it a perfect home for both relaxation and entertaining.

The master retreat features plush carpet, a ceiling fan with light, downlights, and a walk-in robe. The grand louvred doors lead to a massive ensuite, complete with a twin vanity, a built-in bath, dual shower heads, and floor to ceiling tiles. The roller blind window ensures privacy without compromising on style.

In the family bedroom wing, you'll find three more generously sized bedrooms, all carpeted and fitted with ceiling fans, built-in robes, and plantation shutters, with a rumpus room at the centre for added space and versatility. The family bathroom nearby includes a shower, built-in bath, and vanity.

The heart of the home is the open-plan living and dining area, where you'll find matte black ceiling fans, a freestanding Regency gas fireplace, and two sets of glass sliding doors that open to the stunning indoor/outdoor entertaining area.

The kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring 20mm Caesarstone benchtops, a Westinghouse 900mm oven with a five-burner electric cooktop, and premium matte black hardware. A double Franke sink with a mixer tap, frosted glass overhead cabinetry, and a large pantry complete this beautiful space.

A multipurpose room is filled with natural light, making it perfect for a home office or games room. Meanwhile, the media room offers the ultimate retreat for movie nights, with plush carpet, blackout walls, recessed ceiling, and five Jamo wall-mounted speakers creating the perfect cinematic atmosphere.

When it's time to entertain, the indoor/outdoor entertaining room will impress with its floating floorboards, Bali-style ceiling fans, black aluminium plantation shutters, and ceiling-mounted speakers. With power points, a gas bayonet, and two sets of glass sliding doors leading to the expansive backyard, it's a space that's perfect for any gathering.

The backyard is an entertainer's dream, featuring a large undercover area complete with timber decking, glass louvre windows, matte black ceiling fans, and outdoor power points. This space also has pull-down blinds for added privacy and comfort. Located within the pool yard, this additional entertainment area overlooks the sparkling inground fibreglass pool.

Beyond the pool, the fully landscaped yard offers plenty of space for kids and pets. The northwest facing aspect ensures sun-filled afternoons, while the 5000L water tank helps keep everything green and thriving.

The home also boasts dual side access, with one side offering double aluminium gates and an extra gate for easy access. The left side features an additional shed with a roller door, along with an attached double carport. The extra-wide driveway leads to the triple garage with internal access, providing ample storage and parking options.

The home is equipped with Actron Air three-zone ducted air conditioning, gas hot water, a Bosch alarm system, and a Kocom intercom. The 44-panel solar system ensures energy efficiency, while security screens and a camera system offer peace of mind.

We encourage our clients to contact the team at Clarke & Co Estate Agents today to secure their inspections.

Why you'll love where you live

- Only a short drive to the local Thornton Shopping Centre, train station, sporting fields, schools and more!

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

- A 15 minute drive to Maitland's heritage CBD and revitalised riverside Levee precinct

- 35 minutes to the city lights and sights of Newcastle

- 30 minutes to the gourmet delights of the Hunter Valley Vineyards

Disclaimer:

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and interested persons should rely on their own enquiries.

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

Property features

  • Alarm System
  • Built-in Robes
  • Ducted Cooling
  • Ensuites: 1
  • Floorboards
  • Living Areas: 5
  • In-Ground Pool
  • Rumpus Room
  • Toilets: 2
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