Torquay at a glance
21,018
People
$1,185,000
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
2.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 24 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Torquay › Macfarlane St
$820,000–$860,000
For sale
Asking range
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
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
Asking
$820,000–$860,000
Asking range
No recorded sale for this property.
Torquay at a glance
21,018
People
$1,185,000
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
2.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 24 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Torquay
-30.8%
Median sale
Suburb $1,185,000
+1.27 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.85%
Suburb median $1,185,000 from 24 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$49,993 on top of the price (6.1% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: Victoria schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
Pre-filled with Torquay's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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
VICPlanning 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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $650/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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 4.1%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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
UnknownArea
Torquay at a glance
21,018
People
$1,185,000
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
2.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 24 recorded sales (last 24 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Eliza Gold PropertyPerfectly positioned within the highly sought-after Quay 2 precinct at the gateway to the world-renowned Great Ocean Road, this beautifully appointed townhouse presents an exceptional opportunity to secure one of the most desirable residences within the entire development. Offering the perfect balance of contemporary style, premium finishes and effortless low-maintenance living, this impressive home delivers an enviable coastal lifestyle that will appeal to downsizers, families, professional couples, holidaymakers and astute investors alike.
From the moment you arrive, it's evident this home is something special. Thoughtfully designed to maximise space, natural light and functionality, every element has been carefully considered to create a residence that is as practical as it is beautiful. However, what truly distinguishes this property from every other townhouse within the development is its spectacular private rooftop entertaining terrace—a rare and highly coveted feature that elevates this home into a class of its own.
Imagine welcoming friends for sunset drinks, enjoying relaxed summer dinners beneath the stars, or simply beginning each morning with a coffee while soaking up the fresh coastal air. This incredible rooftop retreat provides an additional living and entertaining zone that few properties in Quay 2 can offer, creating a lifestyle opportunity that is both unique and unforgettable.
The heart of the home is the expansive open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, where light-filled interiors and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection create an inviting atmosphere for everyday living. Large sliding doors extend the space to a private courtyard complete with a built-in BBQ, offering the perfect setting for entertaining family and friends or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home.
Designed to impress, the contemporary kitchen is both elegant and highly functional, showcasing premium Ilve appliances including a 90cm stainless steel gas cooktop, fan-forced electric oven and integrated dishwasher. Stone benchtops, a stylish tiled splashback and generous cabinetry complete this sophisticated space, ensuring it caters effortlessly to both everyday meals and entertaining on a larger scale.
Upstairs, the accommodation has been intelligently zoned to provide privacy and comfort. The spacious primary suite is a peaceful retreat featuring a stylish ensuite, ceiling fan and direct access to a private north-facing balcony, perfectly positioned to capture all-day sunshine while overlooking the beautifully maintained green spaces below. Two further bedrooms, each with built-in robes, are serviced by a beautifully finished central bathroom, offering comfortable accommodation for family members and guests.
Everyday comfort has been thoughtfully incorporated throughout the home with reverse-cycle split-system heating and cooling to the living area and all bedrooms, double-glazed windows, solar panels, a 6-star energy rating, a convenient downstairs powder room and an oversized double garage with rear laneway access, delivering exceptional energy efficiency, practicality and peace of mind.
Positioned within one of Torquay's most vibrant and family-friendly communities, you'll enjoy an enviable walk-to-everything lifestyle. Local cafés, shopping, sporting facilities, parks, quality schools and the ever-popular Saturday Farmers Market are all just moments away, while the pristine beaches of Torquay, the renowned surf breaks of Jan Juc and the breathtaking coastline of the Great Ocean Road are right on your doorstep. With effortless access to Geelong and Melbourne via the Surf Coast Highway, this location offers the perfect blend of coastal relaxation and everyday convenience.
Information provided by Eliza Gold Property is believed to be accurate at the time of publication but is not guaranteed. Buyers should make their own enquiries and rely on their own investigations. Please note: Some images have been digitally enhanced and virtually staged by Eliza Gold Property for marketing purposes, including enhancement of the lawn and landscaping while the grass establishes.
Listing description written by Eliza Gold, Eliza Gold Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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?
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.