Kingscote at a glance
2,056
People
$512,500
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Kingscote › Franklin St
$487,000
Last sold
7 May 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
813 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
$487,000
7 May 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Kingscote (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $469/m² of land (n=78). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Kingscote at a glance
2,056
People
$512,500
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Kingscote
-5.0%
Median sale
Suburb $512,500
+0.20 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.92%
Suburb median $512,500 from 33 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
SAPlanning 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 $386/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
Kingscote at a glance
2,056
People
$512,500
Median sale
$386/wk
Median rent
3.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Century 21 Kangaroo IslandCentury 21 on Kangaroo Island is proud to present to the market 34 Franklin Street, Kingscote.
Nestled on a generous allotment in a convenient central location, 34 Franklin Street, Kingscote offers the perfect blend of character, comfort and lifestyle. This delightful three bedroom cottage style home is full of warmth and charm, making it an ideal opportunity for first-home buyers, investors, holiday makers or those seeking a relaxed island lifestyle.
Inside, the home showcases beautiful timber floors, high ceilings and plenty of natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere throughout. The functional layout includes three well sized bedrooms, a central bathroom, and a comfortable living area that flows through to the kitchen and dining space.
Step outside and you'll find a large backyard and undercover patio with plenty of room for kids and pets to play, gardening enthusiasts to create their dream outdoor space, or future improvements (STCC). The yard offers a great sense of privacy while still being conveniently located.
Positioned within easy walking distance to the Kingscote town centre, you'll enjoy quick access to shops, cafes, the supermarket, school, medical services and the waterfront, making everyday living incredibly convenient. The property also features a convenient undercover carport, providing sheltered parking, along with a rainwater tank and a large open fronted shed, offering practical storage and added functionality for tools, equipment or outdoor hobbies.
Key Features:
* Character filled 3 bedroom cottage
* 1 bathroom with functional layout separate toilet
* Beautiful timber flooring and classic features
* Spacious living and dining areas
* Large backyard with plenty of potential
* Close to shops, cafes, schools and local amenities
* Walking distance to Kingscote town centre and waterfront
Whether you're looking for a permanent home, coastal retreat or investment opportunity, this charming property offers comfort, character and an unbeatable location in the heart of Kingscote.
For further information or to arrange a private inspection contact resident selling agents at Century 21 on Kangaroo Island Marnee Clifford 0486 312 375 or Michael Barrett 0427 727 333.
Listing description written by Marnee Clifford, Century 21 Kangaroo Island — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.