Sydenham at a glance
10,904
People
$760,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 65 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Sydenham › Manchester Dr
$652,500
Last sold
29 May 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
650 m²
Land
Districts View
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
$652,500
29 May 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Sydenham (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,322/m² of land (n=57). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Sydenham at a glance
10,904
People
$760,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 65 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Sydenham
-14.1%
Median sale
Suburb $760,000
+0.57 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.43%
Suburb median $760,000 from 65 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning scheme
ZN
Zone
NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1
NRZ1
Jurisdiction
Brimbank
Brimbank, VIC
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
VICZoned NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · NRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 651 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate. Zoning and lot facts are a starting point, not proof this lot outperforms the suburb. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
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. Official parcel about 651 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTIONS PLAN OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 2. This overlay can reduce what the land size appears to promise. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $502/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.
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.
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.
3 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
KnownmediumZoned NEIGHBOURHOOD RESIDENTIAL ZONE - SCHEDULE 1 · NRZ1 (ZN). Official parcel area about 651 m². Dual occupancy is not confirmed from the controls loaded for this lot. Two-lot subdivision is unknown without minimum lot size and frontage. This is a screen, not a planning certificate.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownVictoria 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?
KnownlowOfficial parcel about 651 m² — land size can look like optionality. What reduces it: DEVELOPMENT CONTRIBUTIONS PLAN OVERLAY - SCHEDULE 2. This overlay can reduce what the land size appears to promise.
Lot-level flood
UnknownFlood overlay has not been queried for this lot. 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
UnknownNo DA adapter returned applications 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
Sydenham at a glance
10,904
People
$760,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
3.43%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 65 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Professionals Taylors LakesPositioned in the rapidly growing suburb of Sydenham, 22 Manchester Drive presents an exceptional opportunity for developers, investors, and first home buyers alike. With strong demand and ongoing infrastructure investment, Sydenham continues to emerge as a high-growth pocket, making this property a smart choice for those looking to secure strong future returns.
Set on an expansive 650sqm (approx.) allotment, the property offers outstanding scope for redevelopment or subdivision (STCA), renovation, or immediate enjoyment as a comfortable family home. Its generous land size, coupled with wide side access, enhances its appeal for buyers seeking flexibility and long-term upside.
Conveniently located just moments from Watergardens Town Centre, residents will enjoy easy access to a wide range of retail, dining, and public transport options. Families are well catered for with nearby schooling options including Catholic Regional College Sydenham and Sydenham Hillside Primary School, while commuters benefit from effortless connectivity via the Calder Freeway, providing a direct route into Melbourne’s CBD.
The home itself is immaculately presented and ready to move straight into, offering a spacious open-plan design that flows seamlessly throughout. It comprises three large bedrooms, a neat central bathroom, and a full laundry, while the well-maintained kitchen features quality hardwood cabinetry. Freshly painted interiors and brand-new carpet enhance the home’s appeal, complemented by roller shutters on all windows for added comfort and security. Year-round climate control is ensured with split system cooling and gas heating.
Outdoors, a covered rear pergola overlooks a substantial backyard, providing the perfect setting for entertaining or future improvements. The property is fully fenced for privacy and peace of mind, further adding to its broad appeal.
Whether you’re a developer searching for your next project, an investor chasing capital growth in a thriving location, or a first home buyer looking for value with future potential, this is an unmissable opportunity.
Listing description written by Deen Zane, Professionals Taylors Lakes — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.