Highgate Hill at a glance
7,436
People
$2,030,000
Median sale
$788/wk
Median rent
2.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Highgate Hill › Blakeney St
$2,700,000
Last sold
1 May 2025
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
405 m²
Land
335 m²
Building
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
$2,700,000
1 May 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Highgate Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $3,874/m² of land (n=25). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Highgate Hill at a glance
7,436
People
$2,030,000
Median sale
$788/wk
Median rent
2.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Highgate Hill
+33.0%
Median sale
Suburb $2,030,000
-0.50 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.02%
Suburb median $2,030,000 from 11 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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $788/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. 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.
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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
Highgate Hill at a glance
7,436
People
$2,030,000
Median sale
$788/wk
Median rent
2.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by SPACE Property South BrisbanePerched high above the street on a ridge top in Highgate Hill, this spacious family home with two-street frontage and dual access, offers rarely found and much sought after five bedrooms to accommodate a large and growing family.
Centrally located within close walking distance of Brisbane State High School, the home's peaceful setting on a tree-lined street belies its proximity so close to South Bank and Brisbane CBD. High walls at the front and rear of the north-south facing residence create a hidden sanctuary and private haven for the home's occupants.
Enjoyed by one family for the past 30 plus years, this grand character home with modern extension is a once in a generation opportunity for its next owners to make their own memories. Standing proudly as an elevated two storey traditional Queenslander high above the imposing front wall facing Blakeney Street, the house presents as a hidden contemporary abode to the Pollux Street laneway behind.
Arrive via secure gated entry off Blakeney Street, ascend stairs up one level into the front garden and manicured lawn, then climb another flight of stairs to the front verandah and main entry of the home's upper level with its sweeping views over Highgate Hill and beyond. Three of the house's five bedrooms are located on this top floor main entry, including the master with luxurious marble ensuite and spacious walk-in robe. The second and third bedrooms both have mirrored built-in robes, and a second bathroom is also located on this level. The two front bedrooms open out to the balcony and sitting area via traditional French doors.
The central hallway on the upper level leads to an enormous open plan living and kitchen area which merges with the paved outdoor entertaining area at the rear with its magnesium pool, and expansive covered deck. A spiral staircase leads up another level to a rooftop deck where you will feel like you are on top of the world. Take in the sweeping views of the city and mountains, and relish your premier position for watching sunsets, fireworks and city lights.
The combined kitchen with large island bench has great sightlines across the living and outdoor areas and pool, perfect for watching children and guests at play whilst preparing family meals or entertaining. Premium European appliances, floor to ceiling storage, an alfresco breakfast bar, and abundant space across the beautiful stone benchtops complete the picture.
The adjoining lounge area is one of multiple indoor and outdoor areas within the home for family and friends to spread out and enjoy this amazing home. A nearby staircase leads down to the second level where another large central lounge area flows out to the lower deck and sitting area, and front lawn.
The home has security mesh on the lower level, airconditioning throughout, and breezeways to embrace the hilltop air flow. The lower level of the home also features another two bedrooms with built-in robes, a third bathroom, two large storage areas including a wine cellar, and a laundry / kitchenette perfect for dual or separate living for teenagers or extended family and guests. Direct entry to the house via the lower level enhances the ease of separate living.
Vehicle entry to the residence is via the upper level at the rear. A covered carport with secure internal parking is access via a garage door opening up to Pollux Lane.
Located within easy walking distance of South Bank and Brisbane CBD, West End's high street and West Village are also close by. Walking to shopping, dining, schools, hospitals and transport (bus, train and CityCat) is easy. Positioned within the Brisbane State High School and West End State School catchments, other leading schools including Somerville House and St Laurence's College are nearby, as are Griffith University and TAFE. The South Bank cultural precinct is at your door step, including Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum, Queensland Library, and the Queensland Art Gallery and GOMA. The Mater and Princess Alexandra Hospitals are both very close, as are QUT Gardens Point and the University of Queensland.
So centrally located, large five-bedroom family homes with dual-street frontage within Brisbane State High School catchment are hard to find and do not come to market often. We do not expect this unique turnkey offering in such a quiet and private location to last long in market. We invite you to attend our next open for inspection and to reach out with any questions via telephone or email in the meantime.
Listing description written by Danielle Hughes Brown, SPACE Property South Brisbane — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.