Kennington at a glance
5,859
People
$657,250
Median sale
$529/wk
Median rent
4.19%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Kennington › Murphy St
$905,000
Last sold
4 Mar 2026
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
1,088 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
$905,000
4 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Kennington (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,066/m² of land (n=80). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Kennington at a glance
5,859
People
$657,250
Median sale
$529/wk
Median rent
4.19%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Kennington
+37.7%
Median sale
Suburb $657,250
-1.15 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.19%
Suburb median $657,250 from 58 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 $529/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
UnknownArea
Kennington at a glance
5,859
People
$657,250
Median sale
$529/wk
Median rent
4.19%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 58 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Tweed Sutherland First NationalThis truly special residence is a stunning blend of timeless character and thoughtful modern living, set across two levels on an expansive 1,088m² allotment with elevated views over Bendigo.
The weatherboard façade, lacework detailing across the verandah and balcony, and leadlight entrance door immediately set the tone for what lies within. The ground floor is split over two levels and showcases exceptional period features including ceiling roses, decorative cornices, four fireplaces, parquetry flooring, Baltic pine boards, and lining board ceilings, all complemented by soaring ceiling heights.
At the front of the home, a formal lounge and library create an elegant retreat, complete with a bay window, built-in bookshelves, and a beautiful fireplace. The dining room is equally impressive, featuring its own fireplace and a large built-in window bench seat beneath a stunning leadlight window that fills the space with warmth and charm. The main part of the home is serviced by evaporative cooling and ducted floor heating.
There are five bedrooms in total, with three located downstairs. Two of the larger bedrooms feature fireplaces, while the third includes an adjoining study or home office, ideal for remote work, a quiet retreat, or even a business. Upstairs, two further bedrooms include the main suite with parquetry flooring, bay window, views, and walk-in wardrobe, along with a shared two-way bathroom functioning as a private ensuite. The second upstairs bedroom includes built-in robes and parquetry flooring. A generous landing upstairs offers a third living area or parents’ retreat, with French doors opening onto the balcony. This balcony is truly somewhere to sit and ponder the world, enjoy a coffee, or share a glass of wine.
The downstairs bathroom has been recently renovated and offers a modern, light-filled space with a large walk-in shower and niche, floating double timber vanity, toilet, and mirrored storage cabinet, all finished in soft grey tones. An AquaMAX 360 hot water service services the home.
At the rear, a contemporary extension seamlessly connects old and new, forming a light-filled open plan kitchen and living/meals area. The kitchen features white and soft grey tones, subway tiled splashback, induction cooktop, and a 900mm under-mounted oven. A butler’s pantry and laundry directly off the kitchen continue the same stylish finish and offer excellent storage. A Daikin reverse cycle split system services this extension.
Outdoor living is well considered with an undercover alfresco area directly off the kitchen and living/meals space. The gardens are established and thoughtfully designed, with winding paths, abundant greenery, raised vegetable beds, and plenty to explore. Additional features include a garden shed, tool shed, water tank, side gate access, full fencing for privacy and security, and a separate outdoor toilet with hand basin.
The double garage includes a workshop and direct internal access to the home, with roller door access into the rear yard adding everyday practicality. Security screens are fitted to all four external doors, and a new 644kw Canadian Solar system installed at the start of this year enhances energy efficiency and reduces running costs.
With its elevated position, captivating views, exceptional character, and seamless modern upgrades, this is a home of rare charm and presence, one that is both impressive and inviting, and truly one of a kind.
Listing description written by Chantell Rothwell, Tweed Sutherland First National — 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.