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 › Bainton Cres
$1,300,000
Last sold
20 Mar 2023
6
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
1,236 m²
Land
280 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
$1,300,000
20 Mar 2023 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Melba (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,167/m² of land (n=12). 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.
Vs Melba
+47.7%
Median sale
Suburb $880,000
-0.76 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.36%
Suburb median $880,000 from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
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 Stone Real Estate GungahlinThis unique and spacious six-bedroom home is perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of the bush capital. Each bedroom and living area has a spectacular view of Canberra and the most stunning photo-worthy sunsets. Adjectives like multi-functional, multi-faceted and multi-level don't tell the whole story. The architectural layout and floor plan are ideal for a range of family configurations and uses, while its location is undoubtedly one of Melba's premier addresses. In just over 5 minutes you are at Belconnen Mall. Go in the opposite direction and you will be surrounded by bushland as far as the eye can see.
On arrival, you will see an impressive shade tree in the established, low-maintenance, front garden which is also home to an assortment of native plants. The backyard has also been meticulously landscaped and offers a lush green lawn for play and relaxation, as well as a variety of trees and plants dispersed throughout.
Did we mention the views? You will be able to watch the sun rise and set with the seasons, as well as gaze upon the stars above. From any room, you will also see the weather roll in over Canberra from the east, south and west.
Living on Bainton Crescent provides easy access to the wonderful walking trails of Mount Rogers which also offers stunning views in all directions. Enjoy your daily walk among the eucalypts with the friendly community. With two playgrounds and long, wandering paths, it will be loved by children and dogs alike.
Features Overview:
- North facing
- Elevated three-level floorplan, free-standing separate title home
- NBN connected with FTTN
- Built: 1976
- Energy Efficiency Rating: 1 Star
Sizes (Approx)
- Internal Living: 212 sqm
- Laundry and toilet: 18 sqm
- Verandah: 16 sqm
- Deck: 21 sqm (4.6x4.6m)
- Carport: 34 sqm
- Total residence: 280 sqm
- Block: 1236 sqm
Prices
- Rates: $1,019 per quarter
- Land Tax (Investors only): $1,716.5 per quarter
- Conservative rental estimate (unfurnished): $1,000 - $1,100 per week
Inside:
- Impeccable views from every bedroom in the home
- Segregated master suite with walk-in robe and ensuite
- Spacious 1st-floor bedrooms, bedrooms 2 and 4 with built-in robes
- Recently renovated main bathroom including bath/shower, double basin and toilet
- New high-end carpet throughout
- 2nd-floor dining room and library with a beautiful wooden railing overlooking the 3rd floor
- Multi-purpose room or 5th bedroom off the library
- Study or 6th bedroom with ample natural light
- Beautiful kitchen in the heart of the home with a butler's pantry/laundry and dining room
- Ample storage and light throughout the kitchen beaming through the open wall overlooking the family room
- Skylights in the kitchen and family room
- Side courtyard off the butler's pantry/laundry room, including built-in BBQ
- Open plan family living room seamlessly connecting the house inside and out
- 3 Glass sliding doors off the family and living room creating a flawless indoor, and outdoor flow.
- 3 Zoned smart WiFi-controlled ducted reverse cycle heating and cooling installed in late 2022
- Evaporative cooling
- Slow-combustion Euro fireplace in the living room keeping the home nice and cozy in the cold winter months
- Split system installed in the living room
- 2 x Electric hot water systems for fast hot water at every tap and shower
Outside:
- Double carport
- Impressive shade tree in the established, low-maintenance, front native gardens
- Level two east-side door to private courtyard and BBQ
- Level two west-side door onto the side deck off the multi-purpose room on floor 2
- Large back verandah with stunning views
- Grassed upper backyard perfect for the kids and pets to play all-day
- Beautiful large tree that shades the grassed backyard on summer afternoons
- Beautiful wooden elevated undercover deck perfect for entertaining family and friends as well as a gravelled space for a fire pit
- Multi-level backyard creating many fun levels for the kids to adventure through and play
- Private street appeal and leafy green front yard
- Bult in BBQ Side off the butler's pantry/laundry room
- Automatic Wi-Fi-linked 5-zone watering system
- 5000-litre water tank, including a pump for garden use
Construction Information:
- Flooring: Timber bearers and joists
- External Walls: Brick veneer and cladding
- Roof Framing: Timber roof framing
- Roof Cladding: Concrete roof tiles
- Fascia: Timber fascia boards
- Gutters: Metal gutters
- Window Frames: Timber window frames
- Window Glazing: Single and double-glazed windows
Inspections:
We are opening the home most Saturdays with mid-week inspections. However, If you would like a review outside of these times please email us at: jesssmith@stonerealestate.com.au
Disclaimer: The material and information contained within this marketing are for general information purposes only. Stone Gungahlin does not accept responsibility and disclaims all liabilities regarding any errors or inaccuracies contained herein. You should not rely upon this material as a basis for making any formal decisions. We recommend all interested parties make further enquiries.
Listing description written by Jess Smith, Stone Real Estate Gungahlin — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.