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QLD › Macleay Island › Waterside Dr

24 Waterside Dr, Macleay Island QLD 4184

House

2

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

599 m²

Land

110 m²

Building

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • CalculationLand 599 m² against a 110 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Macleay Island (last 5 years) with land size: median $821/m² of land (n=91). 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.

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. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Macleay Island (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $821/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Macleay Island at a glance

3,397

People

$442,000

Median sale

$464/wk

Median rent

5.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 181 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Macleay Island report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

i

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.

For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe↗.

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown21 Nov 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted16 June 2025
  3. Listedprice unknowncompleted16 June 2025

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

Capital growth

QLD

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” 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 $464/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.

1 of 10 questions answered so far

  • Development optionality of this lot

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • 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?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). 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

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • 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

Macleay Island in one glance

Macleay Island at a glance

3,397

People

$442,000

Median sale

$464/wk

Median rent

5.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 181 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Macleay Island report →

Keep researching

  • Why Macleay Island? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Macleay Island →
  • Other records on Waterside Dr →

Listing material

Listed by @realty

Surrounded by Nature, Designed for Comfort

Contract Fallen Over

Back on the market is this sort after property

Discover the serenity of Macleay Island with this charming two-bedroom residence on Waterside Drive, a rare opportunity to truly embrace the coveted island lifestyle. Situated on a generous 599m² block, this beautifully designed home boasts 110m² of thoughtfully crafted and unique style of living space that perfectly balances comfort and coastal charm.

Read the full description

Step inside and feel immediately at ease. The practical layout and modern conveniences make everyday living a joy. Two well-appointed bathrooms streamline your morning routine, while air conditioning keeps you cool in summer and cozy in winter.

The fully fenced yard offers a secure space for kids and pets, along with exciting potential for avid gardeners to create their own lush subtropical retreat. A double carport provides peace of mind, keeping your vehicles sheltered year-round.

Tucked away in a quiet and peaceful location, you will enjoy a laid-back lifestyle just a short stroll from the local golf course, ideal for those who love nature and leisure.

This property also presents an excellent opportunity for income generation. With its inviting design, private setting, and appealing features, it has strong potential to operate as a successful Airbnb or holiday rental. The separate studio adds flexibility for hosting guests or generating additional income while maintaining your own privacy. The peaceful island atmosphere, combined with local attractions and natural beauty, makes this home a desirable destination for holidaymakers seeking a unique coastal escape. Whether you are seeking a dual-purpose property for personal enjoyment and short-term rental returns or a dedicated investment, this residence delivers on both lifestyle and income potential.

Features include:

* Undercover carport with direct access to the home

* All built-in cabinetry throughout for practical storage

* Outdoor fan on the veranda, ideal for summer entertaining

* Modern four-burner induction cooktop

* NBN connected for high-speed internet

* Separate studio and garden shed for added versatility

* Excellent Airbnb potential

Living on Macleay Island offers a one-of-a-kind lifestyle where tranquility meets convenience. The island features:

• Stunning natural surroundings and sandy beaches

• Abundant wildlife, including a thriving bush stone-curlew population

• Sweeping vistas of Moreton Bay, North Stradbroke Island, and the mainland

• Regular passenger ferries and vehicle barge services to Redland Bay

• Doctors, pharmacy, supermarket, coffee shops, bowls club and more

Essential services and amenities are readily available:

• Macleay Island State School

• Reliable taxi and public transport connections to the mainland

• A welcoming, close-knit community atmosphere

• Historical sites including Tim Shea’s Wetland and the industrial ruins of Campbell’s Saltworks

Nature lovers will feel right at home amid the diverse island ecosystem, from mangroves to sandy beaches, and birdlife that paints the perfect seasonal backdrop. Whether you are after tranquil shoreline strolls or fishing adventures, the location offers endless ways to enjoy island living.

More than just a home, this Waterside Drive gem is your chance to embrace a lifestyle where modern convenience meets island tranquillity. Whether you are searching for a forever home, a peaceful weekend retreat, or a property with lucrative short-term rental potential, this haven delivers the ideal blend of comfort, practicality, and charm.

Listing description written by Robyn Reynolds, @realty — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Fully Fenced
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