Golden Square at a glance
9,828
People
$622,000
Median sale
$460/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 97 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Golden Square › Emmett St
$695,000
Last sold
13 July 2026
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
1,324 m²
Land
154 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
$695,000
13 July 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Golden Square (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $890/m² of land (n=105). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Golden Square at a glance
9,828
People
$622,000
Median sale
$460/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 97 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Golden Square
+11.7%
Median sale
Suburb $622,000
-0.41 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.85%
Suburb median $622,000 from 97 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 $460/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
Golden Square at a glance
9,828
People
$622,000
Median sale
$460/wk
Median rent
3.85%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 97 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by PRD BendigoSet on an impressive allotment of approximately 1,346sqm in a well-connected Golden Square pocket, 3 Emmett Street presents a rare opportunity to secure space, flexibility and everyday convenience in one of Bendigo's most established suburbs. Built in the 1970s and offering generous proportions throughout, multiple living areas, ducted evaporative cooling, natural gas, a double carport and a steel shed in the backyard, this is a home that provides immediate comfort with exciting scope to refresh, personalise or simply enjoy the room on offer. With excellent proximity to Golden Square shopping, Wade Street Reserve and the Bendigo CBD, the property offers broad appeal for families, renovators and buyers seeking a substantial block in a proven location.
From the street, the home has a classic cream brick presence, set back behind a wide front lawn, established garden beds and a generous driveway that provides an easy sense of arrival. The double carport adds practical covered parking, while the broad frontage and substantial land size create a feeling of openness that is increasingly difficult to find so close to everyday amenities. Whether you are a growing family, a renovator with vision, or a buyer looking for a large block in a proven Golden Square location, the property offers the kind of scale and flexibility that invites future possibility.
Inside, the home opens to a spacious and functional layout where everyday family living has clearly been the focus. A large front living room creates a comfortable central retreat, with wide windows drawing in natural light and outlooks across the front garden. This space flows through to an adjoining family area, giving the home excellent separation for busy households, relaxed evenings, children's activities or entertaining. The scale of these living zones is a real highlight, offering a sense of comfort and freedom that suits both day to day living and larger family gatherings.
The kitchen and dining area form a generous and practical hub, positioned to connect easily with the main living spaces and outdoor areas. The kitchen includes excellent bench space, a central island, gas hotplates, an electric wall oven and good storage, while the adjoining dining area provides plenty of room for family meals. The layout is well suited to buyers wanting to update over time, with the existing footprint offering great potential for a modern transformation while retaining the home's substantial proportions.
Bedroom space is equally generous, with the floorplan providing four well-sized bedrooms across the home. The primary bedroom is positioned in its own section of the layout and features built-in robe storage along with access to its own ensuite, creating a private and practical retreat. The additional bedrooms are spread through the home, giving families flexibility for children, guests or additional living needs, while built-in robes to selected rooms further enhance everyday function.
The bathroom areas are spacious and varied, with one including a freestanding bath, vanity and separate shower, and another offering a long vanity with dual basins and shower facilities. These wet areas provide excellent functionality for family living, with further scope to modernise and create a more contemporary finish if desired. The laundry offers excellent space and storage, external access and room for appliances, making it a practical zone for busy households.
Outdoors, the scale of the allotment becomes one of the property's greatest strengths. The backyard offers a wide mix of covered entertaining space, paved areas, lawn, garden beds and shedding, creating a setting that can adapt to a range of uses. There is room for children and pets, space for outdoor dining, potential for further landscaping, and plenty of scope for those who need storage, workshop space or future outdoor improvements. The steel shed in the backyard adds further practicality, while the established surrounds give the property a relaxed and private feel.
Positioned close to Golden Square shopping, Wade Street Reserve, local schooling, public transport and only a short drive into Bendigo's CBD, the location delivers excellent everyday convenience while still offering the space and ease of a traditional family block. With generous living, a substantial landholding and strong potential to add value over time, 3 Emmett Street is a property with broad appeal in a sought-after and central Golden Square setting.
Listing description written by Matt Ingram, PRD Bendigo — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.