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SA › Marion › Sturt Rd

266 Sturt Rd, Marion SA 5043

House

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

5

Car spaces

460 m²

Land

112 m²

Building

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • CalculationLand 460 m² against a 112 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Marion (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,871/m² of land (n=42). 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 Marion (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,871/m² of land (n=42). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Marion at a glance

4,153

People

$1,106,000

Median sale

$573/wk

Median rent

2.69%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Marion 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

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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. Soldprice unknown11 July 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted11 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

SA

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 $573/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

Marion in one glance

Marion at a glance

4,153

People

$1,106,000

Median sale

$573/wk

Median rent

2.69%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Marion report →

Keep researching

  • Why Marion? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Marion →
  • Other records on Sturt Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Ray White Marion

Deco Charm Meets Modern Comfort - Versatile Floorplan in Prime Marion Location!

Offering timeless character blended seamlessly with modern upgrades, this meticulously cared-for 1940s double brick, stone-fronted home is a rare find in the heart of Marion. Behind its charming façade lies a warm and inviting interior rich with original deco features, including leadlight windows, solid timber floors, and a stunning original fireplace surround with a flame-effect electric insert in the lounge room. The home's generous and flexible layout comprises three bedrooms, a separate private study, and two living areas-one of which could serve as a fourth bedroom if desired.

The renovated kitchen is bright, fresh, and functional, complete with ample storage, an Asko dishwasher, and a Smeg-style DeLonghi upright dual fuel oven. A fully upgraded laundry and separate toilet with a clever basin-top design add both convenience and eco-conscious appeal, while the main bathroom retains beautiful original terrazzo finishes. Multiple split-system air-conditioning units and ceiling fans throughout ensure year-round comfort, complemented by significant energy-saving features including a 5.13kW solar system and a 13.5kW Tesla Powerwall 2 battery.

Positioned on a generous 460sqm (approx) allotment with dual access, the property offers extensive on-site parking for 4-6 vehicles plus a large garage. Recent upgrades such as new fencing and extensive paving enhance the home's functionality and low-maintenance appeal.

Read the full description

The location offers outstanding convenience, just a 5-minute walk to Westfield Marion and only a short 5-minute drive to either Tonsley or Oaklands Railway Station for direct access to the CBD. Brighton Beach is just 10 minutes away, while the city commute is effortless with a 15-minute drive into Adelaide's centre. Flinders Medical Centre and Flinders University are also within easy reach. Families will value the close proximity to quality education, with prestigious Westminster School nearby and Sunrise Christian School & ELC just a 2-minute walk from the front door.

Perfectly suited to families, professionals, or those seeking a home-based business opportunity, the layout allows for excellent separation between business and residential use (STCC), with the current vendor operating a health-based practice on-site for over a decade. Whether you're drawn to its character, practicality, or potential, this is a unique opportunity to secure a beautifully preserved and versatile home in a highly accessible and sought-after location.

Features we love:

• Three bedrooms plus private study

• Two living areas or potential fourth bedroom

• Original deco features including leadlight windows and terrazzo bathroom

• Renovated kitchen with Asko dishwasher and Smeg-style DeLonghi oven

• Upgraded laundry and separate toilet with basin-top design

• Timber floors and ceiling fans throughout

• Four Fujitsu split system air-conditioning units

• Electric flame/log effect fireplace with original surround

• 5.13kW solar system and 13.5kW Tesla Powerwall 2 battery

• Dual driveway access with parking for 4-6 cars and large garage

• New fencing, extensive paving, and low-maintenance landscaping

• Flexible floorplan - ideal for home business setup (STCC)

Specifications

Title: Torrens

Zoning: Urban Renewal Neighbourhood

Year built: 1940

Land size: 460sqm (approx.)

Council rates: $1,400.05 per annum

ESL: $257.20 per annum

Rental Appraisal: $600 - $650 per week

Heating & Cooling: Split system air conditioning. Electric fireplace. Ceiling fans throughout.

Hot water: Instant Gas

Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions.

Listing description written by Samuel Paton, Ray White Marion — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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