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VIC › Upper Ferntree Gully › Hilltop Rd

26 Hilltop Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully VIC 3156

Land

$455,000

Last sold

18 Mar 2026

0

Bedrooms

0

Bathrooms

0

Car spaces

1,281 m²

Land

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $455,000 (18 Mar 2026).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 1,281 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded Land sales in Upper Ferntree Gully (last 5 years) with land size: median $474/m² of land (n=4). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

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

$455,000

18 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded Land sales in Upper Ferntree Gully (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $474/m² of land (n=4). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Upper Ferntree Gully at a glance

3,403

People

$910,000

Median sale

$589/wk

Median rent

3.37%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Upper Ferntree Gully report →

Vs Upper Ferntree Gully

-50.0%

Median sale

Suburb $910,000

+3.36 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.37%

Suburb median $910,000 from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

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

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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.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$455,00018 Mar 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted6 Feb 2026

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

Capital growth

VIC

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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $589/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.

What competition will it face?

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.

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

    Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

  • 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

Upper Ferntree Gully in one glance

Upper Ferntree Gully at a glance

3,403

People

$910,000

Median sale

$589/wk

Median rent

3.37%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 38 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Upper Ferntree Gully report →

Keep researching

  • Why Upper Ferntree Gully? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Upper Ferntree Gully →
  • Other records on Hilltop Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Belle Property Blackburn

Build Above It All – Elevated Land with Breathtaking Views

Sold by Belle Property Blackburn ! Experience total transparency and superior results with the dedicated team at Belle Property. Contact James Moss, market leaders today at 03 9133 8088. A truly rare opportunity to secure an expansive 1,281 sqm (approx.) elevated parcel of vacant land, perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking panoramic views and create an exceptional custom residence. With an impressive 30-metre (approx.) frontage, this remarkable block provides the ideal canvas to design and build a dream home that maximises outlook, light, and privacy-whether you envision a luxury retreat or a contemporary family sanctuary.

Set high and proud, the elevated rear of the property delivers stunning, uninterrupted views, offering a peaceful and inspiring backdrop for everyday living. Imagine designing living zones and entertaining spaces that frame the landscape, where sunsets and natural surrounds become part of your home's design.

All essential utilities are already connected, allowing for a smooth and efficient start to construction, while the established driveway provides immediate access and convenience.

Read the full description

Despite its private and elevated setting, the property is superbly located within walking distance to the train station and local shops, delivering the perfect balance of tranquillity and everyday convenience. Opportunities to build in such a tightly held and well-connected location are increasingly rare-secure this outstanding parcel and bring your dream home to life.

Key Features:

* Expansive 1,281 sqm (approx.) allotment

* Elevated position with gorgeous panoramic views from the rear

* 30-metre (approx.) frontage offering design flexibility

* All utilities connected – ready to build

* Established driveway already in place

* Approved planning permit for an 80sq home

* Walking distance to train station and local shops

Location Highlights:Ideally positioned in a highly sought-after pocket, this property offers exceptional convenience with easy access to Ferntree Gully Village and Ferntree Gully Train Station, ensuring seamless commuting. Upper Ferntree Gully Station provides additional transport options, while Mountain High, Mountain Gate, and Westfield Knox cater to all shopping, dining, and lifestyle needs.

Families will value proximity to quality schools including St Joseph's College, Upper Ferntree Gully Primary School, Wattleview Primary School, and St John the Baptist Primary School. Angliss Hospital is nearby, adding peace of mind, while nature lovers will enjoy close access to the Dandenong Ranges and the iconic 1000 Steps, offering a spectacular outdoor escape.

Blending elevation, views, lifestyle, and convenience, this is an exceptional opportunity to build something truly special.

Don't miss out on this opportunity by calling Belle Property Blackburn, James Moss 0418 333 676 or Adrian Stefanetti 0488 555 647.

Disclaimer:

The information contained in this document has been provided to us and is intended to be used as a general guide only. It should not be relied upon for financial, legal, or other professional purposes. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the details presented, all particulars are provided for information only and do not constitute any representation or warranty by the Owners or by Belle Property Blackburn. Users are advised to conduct their own enquiries and seek independent advice as required.

Listing description written by James Moss, Belle Property Blackburn — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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