Upper Ferntree Gully at a glance
3,403
People
$910,000
Median sale
$589/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Upper Ferntree Gully › Hilltop Rd
$1,417,000
Last sold
24 Dec 2025
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
1,206 m²
Land
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
Last sold
$1,417,000
24 Dec 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 Upper Ferntree Gully (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $791/m² of land (n=134). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Upper Ferntree Gully at a glance
3,403
People
$910,000
Median sale
$589/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Upper Ferntree Gully
+55.7%
Median sale
Suburb $910,000
-1.21 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.37%
Suburb median $910,000 from 38 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
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 $589/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.
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
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?
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
Upper Ferntree Gully at a glance
3,403
People
$910,000
Median sale
$589/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Bell Real Estate BelgraveA bespoke modern masterpiece with the soul of a vintage farmhouse, this multigenerational home captures 300-degree vistas that sweep from the Dandenong Ranges National Park to Port Phillip Bay. Here, mornings begin with sunrise over the hills and end watching the moonrise, bathed in golden light as the sun melts behind the skyline. Every inch of this 7-star energy-rated home tells a story of superb craftsmanship, divine light, and effortless liveability.
The upper level is a celebration of space and serenity. Wormy chestnut floors lead you through an open-plan living domain where glass reigns supreme, framing an everchanging landscape that morphs with the seasons. At its heart, the chef’s kitchen is both elegant and inviting - with a stone-topped social island for conversation with the chef, Miele dishwasher, and 900mm Electrolux steam/bake oven with induction cooktop. A Nectre wood fire set on recycled brick adds vintage nostalgia, while soft sheers, sash windows, and intricate cornices lend a timeless grace.
Glass sliders open to a deck that feels like a private theatre for nature’s daily performance - rainbows that stretch across the sky, full moons that bathe the hills in silver, glittering urban lights twinkling in the distance, and cool southern breezes that drift through as you raise a glass to the good life. Who needs expensive artwork when this ever-changing masterpiece is yours to enjoy every day?
Back inside, a French door reveals a peaceful wing of three bedrooms, including a decadent master retreat with French doors to the deck, a walk-in robe, and views that will make mornings feel indulgent. Across the hall, the family bathroom evokes day spa calm with a deep soaker tub, luxe rain shower, and pocket doors for privacy.
Downstairs, a self-contained haven unfolds - with European oak floors, solar-powered Illume skylights that mimic natural weather, and its own entry and parking. With two bedrooms, a living area, concealed kitchenette, and luxurious hotel style bathroom, this level is primed for multigenerational living, adult children needing independence, a home business, or even Airbnb income.
Step outside and the magic continues. Multiple outdoor zones beckon - a wisteria-clad porch for morning coffee, a flat north-facing lawn for family gatherings and fresh air fun, and a covered alfresco zone perfect for a summer barbeque or glass of red beneath the stars. The landscape blends native gardens, an antique Sunshine gate nodding to a rural heyday, and stonework framing the driveway, all set within a quiet, locals-only street moments from bush tracks, markets, and everyday amenities.
This home isn’t just seen - it’s felt. A place where practicality meets poetry, and where every detail has been curated to make living here as beautiful as the view.
At a Glance:
Architecturally inspired modern farmhouse design on approx. 1,206m² with 7-star energy rating
300-degree vistas from Port Phillip Bay to the Dandenong Ranges National Park
Bespoke interiors with wormy chestnut floors, ornate cornices, 9–10ft ceilings, and sash windows
Chef’s kitchen with stone island, Miele dishwasher, and 900mm Electrolux oven with induction cooktop
Nectre wood fire on recycled brick base, soft sheers, and full-height glazing
Main level with three bedrooms including master with deck access, WIR, and luxe bathroom
Lower level independent zone with kitchenette, two bedrooms, bathroom, living area, and private entry
Outdoor alfresco zones, wisteria porch, firepit area, and flat lawn for entertaining
Dual driveways with flat access, storage shed/workshop, and under-house storage
Modern comforts: double glazing, ducted heating, split system, solar hot water, 20,000L tank
Quiet cul-de-sac close to trains, shops, Westfield Knox, and scenic trails including the 1,000 Steps
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.
Listing description written by Elliot Bell, Bell Real Estate Belgrave — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.