Essendon North at a glance
3,982
People
$1,382,500
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
2.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 14 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Essendon North › Birdwood St
$1,650,000
Last sold
27 Mar 2026
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
608 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
$1,650,000
27 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Essendon North (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,397/m² of land (n=17). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Essendon North at a glance
3,982
People
$1,382,500
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
2.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 14 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Essendon North
+19.3%
Median sale
Suburb $1,382,500
-0.33 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.03%
Suburb median $1,382,500 from 14 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 $539/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
Essendon North at a glance
3,982
People
$1,382,500
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
2.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 14 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McDonald UptonPositioned in one of Essendon North’s most tightly held and picturesque streets, 26 Birdwood Street presents a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully renovated residence on an impressive allotment of approximately 608m².
From the moment you arrive, the charming façade and manicured gardens set the tone for what lies within. Featuring a wide full side drive to a lock up garage for 1-2 cars – rare for the area. Step inside and you are immediately welcomed by stunning period features including leadlight windows, ornate ceiling roses, decorative cornices, and picture rails, all thoughtfully preserved to honour the home’s character.
The flowing floorplan offers exceptional flexibility for growing families. A generous formal living room at the front provides warmth and comfort, while further inside a spacious open plan kitchen, dining and second living domain creates the true heart of the home. The gourmet kitchen wither servery windows to the outdoor decking area, is beautifully appointed with stone benchtops, quality appliances and ample cabinetry, perfectly designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
A standout feature is the second living area, offering incredible versatility. Whether you choose to enjoy it as an additional family retreat, home office, kids’ rumpus room or easily convert it into a fourth bedroom, the flexibility is there to adapt as your needs evolve.
Accommodation includes three spacious bedrooms, highlighted by a master with ensuite, all serviced by stylishly renovated bathrooms. Ducted heating, cooling and solar power add modern comfort and efficiency to this timeless home.
Outdoors is where this property truly shines. A sun-drenched alfresco zone overlooks a sparkling solar heated swimming pool, surrounded by established greenery that creates a private and inviting oasis. It is the perfect setting for summer gatherings, weekend barbecues or simply relaxing with family and friends.
Located just moments from Keilor Road cafés, shopping, public transport and quality schools, this is a lifestyle opportunity that combines charm, space and convenience in equal measure.
A home of character, comfort and flexibility in a blue-chip Essendon North location, this is one not to be missed.
Listing description written by Alexander Sherriff, McDonald Upton — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.