Merbein at a glance
2,789
People
$460,000
Median sale
$390/wk
Median rent
4.41%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 37 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$396,500
Last sold
29 Apr 2024
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
1,974 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
$396,500
29 Apr 2024 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Merbein (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $475/m² of land (n=69). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Merbein at a glance
2,789
People
$460,000
Median sale
$390/wk
Median rent
4.41%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 37 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Merbein
-13.8%
Median sale
Suburb $460,000
+0.70 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.41%
Suburb median $460,000 from 37 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 $390/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
Merbein at a glance
2,789
People
$460,000
Median sale
$390/wk
Median rent
4.41%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 37 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Area Specialist VictoriaIT'S ADDRESSED:
Discover the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience at 3 Comb Street, Merbein. This beautifully preserved home offers a separate living and dining space with two large bedrooms, each adding a unique touch to your living experience. The first bedroom boasts elegant French doors leading directly to the outdoors, while the second features a cozy fireplace, enhancing its warm, inviting atmosphere. Both bedrooms are adorned with raised, pressed tin ceilings that elevate the home's classic charm.
The original floorboards flow throughout the house, leading you into a cozy environment equipped with modern comforts including multiple ceiling fans, evaporative cooling, slow combustion wood heating, and a split system for year-round comfort.
Step outside to a sizeable entertaining area boasting an outdoor fireplace, ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings under the stars. Sustainability meets efficiency with a 6.6kW (approx.) solar system, reducing your carbon footprint and utility bills.
A short distance away lies the Merbein Common, a scenic refuge along the banks of the Murray River. This local gem provides a peaceful setting where you can enjoy walks or bike rides, and the river itself offers additional recreational activities such as fishing or kayaking only moments away.
The property sits on a generous 1974 m² (approx.) block within the Merbein Township, providing an exceptionally large space for outdoor activities or future projects. A substantial shed with partial lining, bathroom facilities, and its own split system presents an excellent opportunity for a home-based business or additional storage. With rear lane access and a double car carport, this home supports a lifestyle of convenience and possibility—perfect for caravan owners or hosting guests.
Key Features:
Two spacious bedrooms: one with French doors to the outside, the other with a cozy fireplace
Unique raised, pressed tin ceilings are a feature
Evaporative cooling, wood heating, and split system
Large outdoor entertaining area with a fireplace
6.6kW (approx.) solar system for energy efficiency
Expansive 1974 m² (approx.) block with a large, versatile shed
Rear lane access and double car carport
Take the next step towards your dream home. Visit us at 3 Comb Street, Merbein, or call to arrange a viewing. Experience the charm and potential of this beautiful property today!
Listing description written by Luke Walker, Area Specialist Victoria — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.