Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$560,000
Last sold
13 Mar 2026
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
875 m²
Land
150 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
$560,000
13 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Orbost (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $423/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Orbost
+55.6%
Median sale
Suburb $360,000
-1.67 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.69%
Suburb median $360,000 from 39 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 $325/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
UnknownArea
Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Orbost & District Real EstateBuilt by GJ Gardner Homes in 2023, this beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers that "new home feel" without the stress, delays or unpredictable costs of building. With contemporary finishes, a functional floorplan and double garage, this property suits families, retirees looking for low-maintenance living, and buyers wanting quality without compromise.
Set on a generous 875m² allotment, the home provides excellent indoor and outdoor space for entertaining, gardening or relaxed family living.
Property Features
• 4 spacious bedrooms with built-in robes
• Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe
• 2 modern bathrooms
• Contemporary GJ Gardner build completed in 2023
• Double car garage with internal access
• Open-plan kitchen with walk in pantry, dining and living areas
• New fixtures, fittings and appliances throughout
• Low-maintenance home and grounds
• NBN connectivity
Why Families & Retirees Love It
• Single-level design for easy accessibility
• Modern finishes, fresh interiors and move-in ready convenience
• Functional layout ideal for entertaining and day-to-day comfort
• Plenty of room for gardening, pets and outdoor enjoyment
• A relaxed, quiet street within a supportive community setting
Lifestyle and Location
• Nearby shops, cafés, medical facilities and township amenities
• Easy access to East Gippsland's rivers, forests and coastal escapes
• Peaceful neighbourhood with strong community feel
• Low-maintenance living without isolation - everything you need is nearby
Investment Snapshot
• Modern home with strong rental appeal
• Reliable tenant demand for quality, low-maintenance properties
• Strong long-term confidence in East Gippsland's rental and residential market
For investors, this property offers a turnkey asset with minimal maintenance and excellent long-term desirability.
Homes of this calibre are highly sought after for their comfort, quality and certainty. 34 Bowers Street combines the appeal of a brand-new build with the confidence of moving straight in - no waiting, no price variations, no hidden surprises. Whether you're raising a family, enjoying retirement or expanding a quality portfolio, this home delivers an easy lifestyle and excellent value.
• Contact Luke Oakley - Orbost Real Estate on 5154 2115 to arrange your inspection NOW!
• INSPECTIONS TIMES: Flexible. Just reach out and we will arrange a suitable time.
• CONTRACT of SALE: Please contact our office to request a copy of the Contract of Sale and S32.
• LINK TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS WEBSITE: https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/housing/buying-and-selling-property/checklists
Disclaimer: All information is provided by third parties and, while believed correct, is not guaranteed. Orbost Real Estate accepts no liability; purchasers must conduct their own investigations before relying on this information.
Listing description written by Luke Oakley, Orbost & District Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Victoria 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.