West Hobart at a glance
6,452
People
$1,055,000
Median sale
$553/wk
Median rent
2.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › West Hobart › Whelan Cres
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
640 m²
Land
117 m²
Building
Districts View
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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in West Hobart (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,182/m² of land (n=104). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
West Hobart at a glance
6,452
People
$1,055,000
Median sale
$553/wk
Median rent
2.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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
TASPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $553/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property. 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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
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
West Hobart at a glance
6,452
People
$1,055,000
Median sale
$553/wk
Median rent
2.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Insitu Property HobartWelcome to 25 Whelan Crescent - Privately positioned, character-rich and full of potential, this is a truly rare opportunity to secure a West Hobart property bordering Knocklofty Reserve.
Set at the very end of a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Hobart's most tightly held suburbs, 25 Whelan Crescent is a rare offering that combines privacy, nature, and sweeping views with solid mid-century construction and exciting potential for future enhancement. Built in 1962 and held in the same family for decades, this charming home is now ready for its next chapter - welcoming a new owner to enjoy it as is or reimagine it to suit their needs.
The home is nestled into a private, elevated allotment that enjoys direct access to the walking tracks and bushland of Knocklofty Reserve. This unique position offers not just tranquillity, incredible views, but a true lifestyle advantage – simply step from your garden into a wilderness of native forest, abundant wildlife, and some of Hobart's most beloved walking trails, all while being just minutes from the heart of the CBD.
Solidly constructed with the enduring craftsmanship typical of its era, the home comprises two spacious bedrooms, a central bathroom, and a separate WC - a practical addition for guests or busy households. The layout is welcoming, with generously proportioned living spaces that maximise both comfort and functionality. The spacious lounge room boasts large picture windows that capture stunning, panoramic views across the city to the River Derwent (timtumili minanya) and beyond. The open-plan kitchen and dining areas offer a relaxed hub for daily living. The views from almost every room in the property not only elevate the sense of space but fill the home with beautiful natural light throughout the day.
Surrounding the home are established native gardens that have been lovingly maintained to offer both aesthetic appeal and environmental sustainability. Designed to be low maintenance and drought tolerant, the garden is a haven for birdlife and offers peaceful outdoor areas for quiet enjoyment or entertaining. Due to its location, the property enjoys an abundance of wildlife to witness and enjoy - goshawks, black cockatoos, wattlebirds all frequents the trees and shrubs. 'Prickles' the echidna is also a regular visitor to the garden along with the wallabies and bandicoots. The elevated aspect of the block also ensures privacy and a leafy outlook from every window.
Additional features include two dedicated off-street parking spaces, a separate laundry and ample under-house storage. With a freshly painted roof and rewired throughout, the home is immediately comfortable and move-in ready, yet there is substantial scope to renovate, extend or modernise. The large block and the home's position on the site provide excellent potential for additional accommodation, a studio, or an expansive living extension (STCA). Whether you are seeking to create a forever home or invest in a property, this is a rare blank canvas in a blue-chip location.
Situated in an area renowned for its sense of community, excellent local schools, and boasting a vibrant cultural scene, 25 Whelan Crescent represents the best of West Hobart living. It is just moments to Hill Street Grocer, cafes and restaurants, and public transport, and offers a seamless connection to the city centre and the wider Hobart region.
Whether you are downsizing, investing, or looking to secure a home with enduring charm and enormous potential, this is a property that truly ticks all the boxes. A rare find in an exceptional setting - your West Hobart lifestyle begins here.
Heating: Daikin reverse cycle air conditioner, electric bar heater
Year built: 1962
Council rates: $2125 per annum approximately
Fixed water rates: $1150 per annum approximately
Rental estimate: $550 to $595 per week
Listing description written by Nina Schubert, Insitu Property Hobart — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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