Mount Barker at a glance
22,664
People
$825,000
Median sale
$592/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 67 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Mount Barker › Swallowtail St
$651,000
Last sold
3 Feb 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
225 m²
Land
123 m²
Building
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
$651,000
3 Feb 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Mount Barker (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,533/m² of land (n=78). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Mount Barker at a glance
22,664
People
$825,000
Median sale
$592/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 67 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Mount Barker
-21.1%
Median sale
Suburb $825,000
+1.00 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.73%
Suburb median $825,000 from 67 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
SAPlanning 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 $592/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
Mount Barker at a glance
22,664
People
$825,000
Median sale
$592/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 67 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Magain Real EstatePlease contact Danielle Comer and Rachael Farror from Magain Real Estate for all your property advice.
Nestled in the picturesque heart of Mount Barker, this modern Torrens Titled home, built in 2021, combines contemporary charm with the serene allure of Adelaide Hills living. Enjoy the tranquility of the countryside while benefiting from the convenience of being just a short drive to the Adelaide CBD via the South Eastern Freeway. Offering an exceptional opportunity for downsizers, first-home buyers, or astute investors, this residence delivers style, comfort, and practicality in equal measure.
Step inside to discover a thoughtfully designed interior where a neat entryway leads to a bright, open-plan living and dining area. Timber-look flooring, high ceilings, and abundant natural light create a welcoming atmosphere. Overlooking this space is a sleek, modern kitchen featuring timeless neutral cabinetry, stone benchtops, and premium stainless steel appliances, including a gas cooktop and dishwasher. A well-proportioned breakfast bar serves as a natural gathering spot, ideal for casual meals or entertaining.
The accommodation comprises three generously sized bedrooms. The master suite, positioned at the front of the home, offers a private sanctuary with a walk-in robe and a spacious ensuite. Bedrooms two and three are equipped with built-in robes and share easy access to a centrally located main bathroom, complemented by a separate toilet for added convenience. Plantation shutters, ceiling fans, and ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning ensure year-round comfort, while ample storage is provided by built-in linen cupboards in both the hallway and laundry.
Outside, a paved entertaining area invites you to relax or host guests, with beautifully landscaped gardens creating a serene backdrop. The secure, low-maintenance yard provides space to unwind without the burden of extensive upkeep. Additional features include a single garage with internal access, roller shutters for added security and insulation, gas instantaneous hot water, and a rainwater tank.
Beyond the home, the idyllic Mount Barker lifestyle awaits. Spend weekends exploring the rolling hills, indulging in world-class wineries, or visiting the nearby Adelaide Hills Farmers Market. The charming tree-lined main street, with its boutique shops and cafés, is just moments away, making this property a gateway to an enviable way of life.
All floorplans, photos and text are for illustration purposes only and are not intended to be part of any contract. All measurements are approximate and details intended to be relied upon should be independently verified.
Magain Real Estate Happy Valley.
RLA 222182
Listing description written by Danielle Comer, Magain Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.