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3 Donaldson St, Paddington QLD 4064

House

$3,500,000

Last sold

15 Dec 2025

4

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Car spaces

420 m²

Land

428 m²

Building

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $3,500,000 (15 Dec 2025).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Paddington (last 5 years) with land size: median $5,146/m² of land (n=53). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$3,500,000

15 Dec 2025 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Paddington (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $5,146/m² of land (n=53). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Paddington at a glance

9,311

People

$2,100,000

Median sale

$775/wk

Median rent

1.92%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 35 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Paddington report →

Vs Paddington

+66.7%

Median sale

Suburb $2,100,000

-0.77 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 1.92%

Suburb median $2,100,000 from 35 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

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

Property history

  1. Sold$3,500,00015 Dec 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted10 Dec 2025

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

QLD

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $775/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Paddington in one glance

Paddington at a glance

9,311

People

$2,100,000

Median sale

$775/wk

Median rent

1.92%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 35 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Paddington report →

Keep researching

  • Why Paddington? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Paddington →
  • Other records on Donaldson St →

Listing material

Listed by Harcourts Nundah

Architectural Luxury in a elevated Paddington Cul-de-Sac

VIEWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

Perfectly positioned in one of Paddington's smallest and central cul-de-sacs, 3 Donaldson Street is a contemporary architectural masterpiece crafted for those who appreciate exceptional design, elevated living and unrivalled convenience. Set on an elevated allotment with sweeping hillside views, this elegant 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home with a 3-car garage delivers style, comfort and sophistication across three meticulously curated levels.

Stepping inside, you are immediately met with a sense of scale and light. A dramatic 8-metre void floods the entry with sunshine, while three flights of floating stairs create a striking architectural statement. A dedicated office framed with custom-built timber joinery offers the perfect quiet retreat for working or studying from home.

Read the full description

Cinephiles will fall in love with the private, fully equipped cinema featuring comfortable seating for 6-8 guests, ambient strip lighting, overhead skylights and acoustic engineering for an immersive movie experience without disturbance to the rest of the home.

The oversized 3-car garage includes epoxy flooring and a large storeroom with direct access to the pool equipment-ideal for those needing extra space for tools, storage or recreational gear.

At the heart of the home lies a beautifully executed designer kitchen fitted with premium stainless-steel and black appliances, integrated dishwasher, gas cooking and a fully equipped butler's pantry with abundant storage and preparation space. The impressive 3.1-metre island with 40mm stone benchtops anchors the space, creating a showpiece for everyday living and entertaining.

The middle level is devoted to family connection and effortless entertaining. The spacious dining area flows onto a balcony capturing uninterrupted vistas over the Paddington hillsides. The warm and inviting living room-complete with a gas fireplace-sits centrally, seamlessly linking each part of the level. Here, indoor and outdoor living blend flawlessly, with wide glass sliders opening to a resort-style, north-facing entertaining area. Enjoy relaxed afternoons beside the crystal-clear pool, unwind under the covered alfresco, or entertain with ease using the built-in stainless-steel BBQ and sink. Privacy, quality and low maintenance have been thoughtfully prioritised to elevate your everyday lifestyle.

The top level is dedicated to rest and retreat. The master suite captures commanding hillside views from its own private balcony and showcases a beautifully designed walk-in wardrobe with custom joinery. The luxurious ensuite features dual vanities, premium stone finishes, a designer bathtub and separate toilet-executed with finesse and functionality in mind.

Bedrooms two and three have been combined to create a large guest suite or multi-purpose retreat, complete with direct access to the third bathroom. The fourth bedroom is generously sized and perfectly positioned for family or visitors.

Crafted with durability and elegance in mind, the home boasts premium materials throughout, including high-end timbers, glass, stainless steel and carefully selected stone. The exceptional build quality is evident from every angle.

Additional Features:

• Solar powered by a high-quality Fronius system

• Fully air-conditioned (ducted + split systems)

• Smart home features and automation

• Interior and exterior privacy blinds

• Spacious laundry with excellent storage

• Fully fenced with quality exterior tiling surrounding the home

• Low-maintenance landscaping

Unbeatable Paddington Location:

• Paddington Central (Woolworths, specialty shops, cafés, restaurants) - less than 200m

• Latrobe Terrace café & dining precinct - only a few hundred metres

• Milton State School - 1.4km

• Ithaca Creek State School - 1.2km

• Brisbane CBD - less than 4km

• Easy access to major arterial roads

A rare offering combining architectural excellence, refined finishes and unmatched lifestyle convenience combined with the desirable character and charm of Paddington. Please note that viewings for this property will be by appointment only so please reach out directly to PJ Salami to arrange a suitable time.

Disclaimer: We have in preparing this listing used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this listing

Listing description written by PJ Salami, Harcourts Nundah — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm System
  • Balcony
  • Broadband
  • Built-in Robes
  • Courtyard
  • Dishwasher
  • Ducted Cooling
  • Ducted Heating
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • In-Ground Pool
  • Remote Garage
  • Rumpus Room
  • Secure Parking
  • Solar Panels
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