North Balgowlah at a glance
3,801
People
$3,275,000
Median sale
$1,258/wk
Median rent
2.00%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › North Balgowlah › Woolgoolga St
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
467 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in North Balgowlah (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $5,107/m² of land (n=35). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
North Balgowlah at a glance
3,801
People
$3,275,000
Median sale
$1,258/wk
Median rent
2.00%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 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
NSWPlanning 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.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $1,258/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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
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
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
North Balgowlah at a glance
3,801
People
$3,275,000
Median sale
$1,258/wk
Median rent
2.00%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 7 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by CunninghamsFIND. Positioned within the quiet, leafy surrounds of North Balgowlah, this character-filled cottage rests amid leafy surrounds just moments from the scenic trails and open green spaces of Manly Dam. Poised on a generous block that cascades towards native bushland, it offers charm and potential in equal measure. The setting feels peaceful and private, while the layout provides an inviting base for family life, creative transformation or future expansion (STCA).
LOVE. Inside, the cottage evokes warmth and simplicity with timber floors, high ceilings and a classic fireplace bringing atmosphere to the main living zone. A functional kitchen captures leafy outlooks and connects to an open entertainer's deck immersed in treetop greenery. The home's three bedrooms are comfortably sized, two with built-in wardrobes, and a large underhouse retreat with its own living area, bedroom and bathroom provides excellent flexibility for guests, teenagers or work-from-home space.
- Character-filled weatherboard cottage in leafy North Balgowlah pocket.
- Generous sloping block with native surrounds and tranquil leafy outlooks.
- Superb opportunity to renovate or rebuild, with space to consider adding a granny flat/studio as others on the street have done (STCA).
- Inviting living zone with pine floors and feature brick fireplace.
- Neat and tidy kitchen with gas cooktop and walk-in pantry captures leafy views and connects to a spacious north-facing entertainer's deck.
- Three bedrooms, two with built-ins, serviced by a full bathroom.
- Separate lower-level studio retreat with shower bathroom, ideal for guest accommodation, teenagers or home office use.
- High ceilings, external laundry room.
- Driveway parking, plus converted garage offering secure storage.
LIVE. Framed by established trees and moments from Manly Dam's walking and cycling trails, this peaceful address embodies the relaxed, family-focused lifestyle for which North Balgowlah is renowned. Local village shops, cafés and sought-after schools are all within easy reach, while Manly's beaches and city buses are just minutes away – the perfect blend of community, nature and convenience.
RATES/SIZES
Water rates: Approx $172.83 pq
Council rates: Approx $680.58 pq
SIZE: Approx 467.9 sqm
ABOUT THE AREA
Local Transport:
- Buses to City CBD, Manly, Westfield Warringah Mall and surrounds
Shopping & Dining:
- North Balgowlah boutique shops
- Seaforth village shops and cafes
Schools:
- Balgowlah North Public School
- Seaforth Primary School
- The Forest High School
WHAT THE OWNER LOVES:
- We love the leafy outlooks from every window – it feels peaceful and private, yet still close to everything we need.
- The deck has been a favourite spot for morning coffees and family dinners surrounded by trees and birdlife.
- We've loved the quiet, community feel of North Balgowlah, with Manly Dam and its walking trails just a few minutes away.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and thoroughness of the information provided to you in our marketing material, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by our Vendors, and as such, Cunninghams makes no statement, representation or warranty, and assumes no legal liability in relation to the accuracy of the information provided. Interested parties should conduct their own due diligence in relation to each property they are considering purchasing.
Please be advised that the photographs, maps, images, or virtual styling representations included in this real estate listing are intended for illustrative purposes only and may not accurately depict the current condition or appearance of the property.
Listing description written by Andrew Lutze, Cunninghams — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.