Lota at a glance
3,763
People
$1,535,000
Median sale
$755/wk
Median rent
2.56%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Lota › Macdonald St
$1,705,000
Last sold
5 Aug 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
405 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
$1,705,000
5 Aug 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Lota (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,178/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lota at a glance
3,763
People
$1,535,000
Median sale
$755/wk
Median rent
2.56%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Lota
+11.1%
Median sale
Suburb $1,535,000
-0.26 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.56%
Suburb median $1,535,000 from 15 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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $755/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. 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.
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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
Lota at a glance
3,763
People
$1,535,000
Median sale
$755/wk
Median rent
2.56%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Sorrentino Property27 Macdonald Street, Lota – a home that truly offers so much more than just four walls. This is a place where memories have been made, where family has gathered, and where you'll instantly feel a genuine sense of warmth and belonging.
Positioned on an elevated 405sqm block, this beautifully presented residence has been built to the old code, offering the larger internal proportions that are so highly sought after, complemented by impressive 2.7-metre ceilings on the upper level.
As you make your way upstairs, you'll be greeted by a spacious open-plan living and dining area that seamlessly flows onto a generous covered entertaining deck with delightful bay glimpses. Whether you're hosting family and friends, enjoying a weekend barbecue or simply unwinding at the end of the day with a glass of wine, this is a space you'll absolutely love.
The upper level also features a well-appointed kitchen, a second living room or TV retreat opening onto the rear balcony, and a spacious master suite complete with a walk-in robe and private ensuite.
Downstairs offers exceptional versatility with two additional generous bedrooms, a modern family bathroom, a separate laundry and a seperate rumpus room that could easily serve as a fourth bedroom, home office or teenager's retreat.
Outside, you'll discover a private, beautifully landscaped backyard that has been thoughtfully designed to create a peaceful, low-maintenance sanctuary—perfect for children, pets or simply relaxing in complete privacy.
The location is every bit as impressive as the home itself. Situated within easy walking distance to the Esplanade, beautiful waterfront parks, local shops, cafés, public transport and the vibrant Manly Harbour Village, you'll enjoy the very best of bayside living right at your doorstep.
Additional features include polished timber floorboards, quality carpets to all bedrooms, tiled downstairs living areas, ducted air conditioning, ceiling fans and security screens, along with many other thoughtful inclusions that make everyday living comfortable and convenient.
Lovingly maintained and beautifully presented, this is a home that offers space, flexibility and an exceptional lifestyle in one of Lota's most desirable pockets.
Homes like this are always in high demand, so don't miss your opportunity to secure this outstanding bayside residence. We look forward to welcoming you to one of our upcoming open homes.
Listing description written by Marc Sorrentino, Sorrentino Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.