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SA › Novar Gardens › St Andrews Cres

23 St Andrews Cres, Novar Gardens SA 5040

House

$1,101,000

Last sold

19 Mar 2024

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

3

Car spaces

650 m²

Land

105 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 $1,101,000 (19 Mar 2024).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 650 m² against a 105 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Novar Gardens (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,821/m² of land (n=32). 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.
  • FactZoned General Neighbourhood (GN) under the Planning and Design Code.(Location SA · 30 Aug 2026)
  • Fact25001791 — Ancillary accommodation (Decision Made), lodged 23 Jan 2025.(Location SA · 23 Jan 2025) source ↗

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. 1Read 25001791 — Ancillary accommodation in full at council before relying on the development thesis. open ↗
  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

$1,101,000

19 Mar 2024 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Novar Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,821/m² of land (n=32). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Novar Gardens at a glance

2,519

People

$1,450,000

Median sale

$576/wk

Median rent

2.07%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Novar Gardens report →

Vs Novar Gardens

-24.1%

Median sale

Suburb $1,450,000

+0.65 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 2.07%

Suburb median $1,450,000 from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning scheme

Planning and Design Code

Zone

General Neighbourhood

GN

Jurisdiction

West Torrens

West Torrens, SA

Planning overlays

  • Data unavailable

Development activity

  • 25001791

    Ancillary accommodation

    Decision Made · Lodged 23 Jan 2025

    Council site report

Source

  • Provider: Location SA
  • Dataset: Planning and Design Code Zones
  • Retrieved: 30 Aug 2026
  • Version: 1
  • Parcel: 2132328007

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

  1. Sold$1,101,00019 Mar 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted25 Feb 2024
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted25 Feb 2024

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

SA

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Confidence: low

Zoned General Neighbourhood · GN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 655 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Flood overlay has not been queried for this lot. Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Street frontage and true lot geometry are not confirmed without open cadastre. Minimum lot size is not loaded, so two-lot subdivision is not confirmed. 1 development application on this parcel. Code Assessed - Deemed to Satisfy (Decision Made) Latest lodgement recorded 2025-01-23. These are this lot’s applications, not the neighbourhood pipeline. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $576/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

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.

4 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Knownlow

    Zoned General Neighbourhood · GN (Planning and Design Code). Official parcel area about 655 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

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

  • 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 655 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

    Knownmedium

    1 development application on this parcel. Code Assessed - Deemed to Satisfy (Decision Made) Latest lodgement recorded 2025-01-23. These are this lot’s applications, not the neighbourhood pipeline.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Novar Gardens in one glance

Novar Gardens at a glance

2,519

People

$1,450,000

Median sale

$576/wk

Median rent

2.07%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Novar Gardens report →

Keep researching

  • Why Novar Gardens? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Novar Gardens →
  • Other records on St Andrews Cres →

Listing material

Listed by Magain Real Estate

SOLD BY TRAVIS DENHAM and MICHELLE DRAPER

Please contact Travis Denham and Michelle Draper from Magain Real Estate for all your property advice.

This charming three-bedroom home, situated on a corner block among other high-quality residences, boasts an impeccable appearance that is bound to leave a lasting impression. Its attractive street presence is complemented by its proximity to the St Andrews Reserve & playground, providing a picturesque backdrop. Inside, the property features a well-designed internal living space, emphasizing functionality such as the open-plan living which creates a seamless flow onto a delightful entertaining area. Whether you appreciate the striking street view, the functional interior, or the appealing outdoor entertaining space, this property is a must-see.

As you step through the front door, a warm and inviting atmosphere welcomes you into the beautiful open-plan living area. The thoughtful design is enhanced by numerous surrounding windows that allow an abundance of natural light to cascade into the space. Whether you are relaxing in the living room, enjoying a meal in the dining area, or preparing food in the kitchen, the open-plan layout ensures a cohesive and connected living experience.

Read the full description

The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a touch of sophistication, featuring pendant lighting that adds a stylish element to the space. The glossy white cabinetry & subway-tile splashback, complemented by a timber feature, adds a trendy and timeless touch to the kitchen's overall design.

Equipped with high-quality appliances, including a gas cooktop and oven which ensures efficient and precise cooking, while the dishwasher adds convenience to the cleanup process. A dedicated microwave nook enhances the kitchen's practicality. Whether you're a culinary artist or someone who enjoys the simplicity of meal preparation, this well-appointed kitchen caters to a variety of preferences and needs.

Three well-appointed bedrooms not only cater to the practical aspect of storage but also prioritize the comfort and well-being of the occupants. Whether it's the built-in robes for organizational ease or the climate control features in the master bedroom, these thoughtful details contribute to making each bedroom a cozy and enjoyable space within the home.

The functional floorplan of the home is designed with practicality and convenience in mind. Placing all the bedrooms in close proximity to the main bathroom and laundry enhances the efficiency and usability of the living space.

If you aren't already impressed, let's take a step outside. The outdoor entertaining space boasts multiple features that will leave you in awe. The pitched roof not only adds architectural interest but also provides a sense of openness to the outdoor area. Fitted lighting contributes to the ambiance, allowing you to extend your gatherings well into the evening. The inclusion of a ceiling fan and heater ensures comfort regardless of the season and the thoughtful addition of outdoor blinds enhances the versatility of the entertaining area, creating a sheltered space that can be enjoyed in various weather conditions.

The property ensures secure storage for your vehicles with a convenient single garage. In addition to the garage, there's the added benefit of additional parking behind a secure fence that encompasses a portion of the property.

Perfectly located between Adelaide's premier coastline and the Adelaide CBD, this quality home will allow you to enjoy the lifestyle that comes with living in such a prominent location.

In close proximity to a number of medical facilities including Morphettville & Mooringie Medical Centre as well as Ashford Hospital; along with the ease of access to public transport to City & Glenelg.

There is also plenty of selections of schools including zoning to St Leonard's Primary Glenelg North, Plympton Primary, Immanuel College & Primary, as well as Our Lady of Grace & St John the Baptist Catholic School all close by.

For those who love to get outdoors there is plenty of walking tracks are available with Reserves and playgrounds as well as a nearby IGA and post office.

Disclaimer: All floor plans, photos and text are for illustration purposes only and are not intended to be part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and details intended to be relied upon should be independently verified.

(RLA 299713)

Magain Real Estate Brighton

Independent franchisee - Denham Property Sales Pty Ltd

Listing description written by Travis Denham, Magain Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • Secure Parking
  • Shed
  • Water Tank

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