Vincent at a glance
2,236
People
$554,000
Median sale
$473/wk
Median rent
4.44%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Vincent › Palmerston St
$521,000
Last sold
1 Oct 2025
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
627 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
$521,000
1 Oct 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Vincent (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $628/m² of land (n=80). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Vincent at a glance
2,236
People
$554,000
Median sale
$473/wk
Median rent
4.44%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Vincent
-6.0%
Median sale
Suburb $554,000
+0.28 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.44%
Suburb median $554,000 from 23 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 $473/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
Vincent at a glance
2,236
People
$554,000
Median sale
$473/wk
Median rent
4.44%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 23 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harcourts Kingsberry TownsvillePerfectly positioned in the heart of Vincent, this inviting residence sits proudly on a generous 627m² block and presents a wonderful opportunity for families, first-home buyers or investors looking for a solid home with plenty of future potential. With its classic design, warm character and spacious layout, the property combines immediate comfort with scope for personal touches, making it an attractive option for a wide range of buyers.
Stepping inside, you are greeted by beautifully polished wooden floors that flow throughout the home, adding a sense of warmth and timeless appeal. The open living and dining spaces are filled with natural light, creating a comfortable setting for both relaxed everyday living and entertaining family or friends. The kitchen, positioned at the heart of the home, is functional and practical with ample storage and preparation space, while also offering an excellent base for a stylish renovation should you wish to modernise in the future.
Accommodation includes three generously sized bedrooms, each designed to capture natural breezes and light. A centrally located bathroom services the home, maintaining a practical layout for young families or couples. The interiors offer a sense of character and charm, while still providing the perfect canvas for contemporary updates.
Outside, the expansive backyard is a standout feature. With a block size of 627m², there is abundant space for children and pets to play, as well as room to add a shed, pool or outdoor entertaining area if desired. The home's position on the block also offers excellent accessibility, with plenty of potential for those who require additional vehicle, boat or caravan storage.
Located in one of Townsville's central and well-connected suburbs, this home enjoys close proximity to a range of local amenities. Schools, shopping centres, parklands and public transport are all within easy reach, while James Cook University, the Townsville Hospital, Lavarack Barracks and the CBD are only a short drive away. The combination of convenience, lifestyle and opportunity makes this property an excellent choice for buyers wanting to secure a well-located home in a growing area.
285 Palmerston Street is a property that offers both immediate liveability and long-term potential. Whether you are a first-home buyer seeking a welcoming residence, an investor looking to expand your portfolio, or a family wanting a home with space to grow and improve over time, this address represents a smart move into the Vincent market. With polished timber floors, a spacious layout and a sizeable block, it is a home that feels warm and inviting from the outset, while still offering exciting opportunities to make it uniquely your own.
Disclaimer: While all care has been taken to ensure the information provided herein is correct, we do not take responsibility for any inaccuracies and we accept no liability for any errors or exclusions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and building age). Accordingly all interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.
Listing description written by Jayden Evans, Harcourts Kingsberry Townsville — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.