Harkness at a glance
12,738
People
$643,500
Median sale
$442/wk
Median rent
3.57%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 186 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Harkness › Finlay Ave
$550,000
Last sold
27 July 2026
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
313 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
$550,000
27 July 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Harkness (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,371/m² of land (n=136). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Harkness at a glance
12,738
People
$643,500
Median sale
$442/wk
Median rent
3.57%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 186 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Harkness
-14.5%
Median sale
Suburb $643,500
+0.61 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.57%
Suburb median $643,500 from 186 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 $442/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
Harkness at a glance
12,738
People
$643,500
Median sale
$442/wk
Median rent
3.57%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 186 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by YPA MeltonPerfectly positioned in a quiet and family-friendly pocket of Harkness, 28 Finlay Avenue delivers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity just moments from quality local schools including Arnolds Creek Primary School, St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School while also being within close proximity to parks, public transport, childcare facilities and Woodgrove Shopping Centre. Combining everyday convenience with comfortable family living, this beautifully maintained residence presents the ideal opportunity for first home buyers, growing families and savvy investors alike.
Upon entry, the spacious master bedroom is thoughtfully positioned at the front of the home and is complete with a stunning floor to ceiling shear blinds, a walk-in robe and stylish ensuite. Designed with both comfort and functionality in mind, this inviting space provides the ideal setting to unwind at the end of the day.
Positioned conveniently across the hall, an additional generously sized bedroom offers flexibility for growing families, or those working from home, further enhancing the home's practical and well-designed layout while providing comfortable accommodation for the whole family.
Continuing through the home, you are greeted by an open-plan living and dining domain that has been thoughtfully designed to cater for both everyday family living and entertaining alike. Offering a seamless flow throughout, this inviting central hub is perfectly complemented by the well-appointed kitchen featuring quality stainless steel appliances, ample storage, generous bench space and breakfast bar seating, creating the ideal space to gather with family and friends. The remaining bedroom is generously sized and fitted with a built-in robe, while the centrally located main bathroom is designed with both comfort and practicality in mind.
Moving outside, the home continues to impress with a low-maintenance backyard offering plenty of room for kids and pets to enjoy, while still providing the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining with family and friends all year round. Enhancing both functionality and lifestyle appeal, the property also features drive-through access from the garage, ideal for trailers, additional vehicles or those needing extra off-street storage. Completing the package is a practical European-style laundry located within the garage, adding further convenience without compromising internal living space.
Whether you are looking to move straight in or add to your investment portfolio, this home offers endless appeal in a rapidly growing and highly sought-after location.
Additional features include: Ducted heating, reverse cycle split system air-conditioning, double car garage with internal and drive through access, linen storage in the dining, beautiful shear blinds, and so much more.
This property won't last long, so make you don't miss out and call Ryan Anders or Cheyenne Kollar today!
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DISCLAIMER: Every precaution has been taken to establish the accuracy of the above information but it does not constitute any representation by the vendor/agent and agency.
Listing description written by Ryan Anders, YPA Melton — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.