Shortland at a glance
5,480
People
$860,000
Median sale
$600/wk
Median rent
3.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Shortland › Alister St
$890,000
Last sold
22 May 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
500 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
$890,000
22 May 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Shortland (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,281/m² of land (n=101). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Shortland at a glance
5,480
People
$860,000
Median sale
$600/wk
Median rent
3.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Shortland
+3.5%
Median sale
Suburb $860,000
-0.12 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.63%
Suburb median $860,000 from 31 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
NSWPlanning 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.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $600/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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
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
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Shortland at a glance
5,480
People
$860,000
Median sale
$600/wk
Median rent
3.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Creative Property CoStep inside this charming Shortland home where warmth, comfort, and functionality come together in all the right ways. Positioned in a quiet, established street, this beautifully presented three-bedroom residence delivers an easy-care lifestyle with multiple living zones, polished timber flooring, and a welcoming feel from the moment you arrive. Whether you're entering the market, upsizing from a villa, or searching for a smart investment, this one ticks plenty of boxes.
The layout offers flexibility for growing families, couples working from home, or anyone craving extra space to spread out. The light-filled living area is complemented by split system air conditioning and ceiling fans, while the oversized dining and sunroom space creates the perfect second living zone or entertaining hub. The kitchen sits at the heart of the home with excellent storage, generous bench space, and a practical connection to indoor and outdoor living.
Out the back, the private timber entertaining deck is ready for weekend BBQs, firepit nights, and relaxed catch-ups with friends. Framed by established greenery and easy-care gardens, the backyard offers a peaceful retreat without demanding endless maintenance. The large detached garage provides outstanding storage, workshop potential, or secure parking, adding another layer of versatility to the property.
Located just moments from local schools, shops, parks, the university, and public transport, this is a lifestyle-focused opportunity in one of Newcastle’s consistently popular growth suburbs. Comfortable as is with room to personalise further over time, this is the kind of home buyers move quickly on.
FEATURES:
• Three-bedroom home in quiet Shortland location
• Spacious living area with split system air conditioning
• Oversized dining/sunroom with great natural light
• Polished timber flooring throughout main living spaces
• Private timber entertaining deck with leafy surrounds
• Large detached garage/workshop with excellent storage
• Ceiling fans and neutral modern colour palette
• Close to schools, shops, university, transport, and parks
Land Size: 500SQM
Council Rates: $566 p/qtr
Rent: $720-$750p/w
Disclaimer: The information provided by Creative Property Co. on any marketing material is for general informational and educational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith and is believed to be accurate, however, Creative Property Co. will not be held liable regarding the accuracy, validity, or availability of any information expressed or implied. Accordingly, before taking any actions based on such information, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals. Photos have been edited for marketing purposes.
Listing description written by Jarrad Thomson, Creative Property Co — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.