Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Castlemaine › Berkeley St
$700,000
Last sold
8 Jan 2025
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
730 m²
Land
96 m²
Building
Districts View
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
$700,000
8 Jan 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Castlemaine (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $992/m² of land (n=149). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Castlemaine
-4.8%
Median sale
Suburb $735,000
+0.18 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.45%
Suburb median $735,000 from 96 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 $488/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
Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Belle Property Bendigo | Castlemaine | MaldonDiscover the timeless charm of this beautifully maintained 1950s weatherboard villa, perfectly positioned in the heart of town on sought-after Berkeley Street. Combining character and location, this home offers the perfect sanctuary for those looking to embrace a relaxed lifestyle within walking distance of town amenities.
Behind the practical aluminum-clad weatherboards and tiled roof, lies a spacious, light-filled interior with warm original floorboards. Boasting three generously sized bedrooms, each with large windows that bathe the rooms in natural light, this home is designed for effortless family living. The recently updated bathroom adds a touch of modern luxury while staying true to the home's classic charm.
Step into the welcoming lounge, where comfort takes centre stage with a gas heater providing warmth on cooler days. The adjoining kitchen is equally inviting, featuring an 900mm gas cooker that will delight the home chef. Practical and well-appointed, the kitchen offers plenty of room to cook and entertain, with easy access to the outdoors for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
The north-facing rear aspect brings sunlight flooding into the home, while the established garden offers a private retreat shaded by mature trees. The garden features a selection of fruit trees, providing the perfect backdrop for alfresco dining, weekend relaxation, or tending to your own slice of paradise. A brick garage completes the package, providing secure parking and additional storage.
Location is key, and this home truly excels. Situated just a short, level stroll from the town centre, you'll have access to everything at your fingertips, from local shops and cafes to the bowling green, primary school, kindergarten, and churches. This central Berkeley Street location offers the convenience of urban living while being tucked away in a peaceful residential area.
Whether you're looking for a family home, a first home buyer's dream, or a downsizer's haven, this well-presented villa is a rare find in today's market. With its combination of 1950s charm, modern comforts, and unbeatable location, this property offers a lifestyle that's hard to match.
Listing description written by Rob Waller, Belle Property Bendigo | Castlemaine | Maldon — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.