Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Brown Hill › Apple Orchard Dr
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
698 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Brown Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $968/m² of land (n=80). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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 $408/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
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McGrath BallaratNestled within the highly sought-after Brown Hill precinct, this beautifully presented family residence delivers the perfect balance of space, comfort and lifestyle, all set on a generous 698m² allotment. Renowned for its peaceful surrounds, established native trees and abundant birdlife, Brown Hill offers a tranquil semi-rural feel while remaining only minutes from the Ballarat CBD, schools, shopping and convenient freeway access. Thoughtfully designed for effortless family living and entertaining, the home showcases an abundance of north facing natural light, a calming natural pallet, generous proportions, multiple living zones and valuable side access, making it ideal for families, tradies or those seeking additional space for caravans, trailers or recreational vehicles.
• Privately positioned large master suite featuring a spacious walk-in robe and well-appointed ensuite, creating the perfect parents' retreat.
• Three additional good sized bedrooms, all complete with built-in robes and positioned within easy access to the central family bathroom.
• Stylish main bathroom offering a separate bath, shower and separate toilet, designed for practical family living.
• Expansive open plan kitchen, dining and living zone forming the true heart of the home, ideal for both entertaining and family gatherings.
• Stylish designed kitchen boasting generous bench space, ample cabinetry, quality appliances and excellent storage throughout.
• Multiple living areas providing flexibility for growing families, formal entertaining or a dedicated children's retreat.
• Light-filled interiors complemented by a functional floorplan and neutral colour palette throughout.
• Seamless connection between indoor living and outdoor entertaining spaces, perfect for hosting family and friends year-round.
• Double lock-up garage with secure internal access and additional off-street parking options.
• Valuable side access offering ideal accommodation for caravans, trailers, boats or extra vehicles.
• Spacious 698m² (approx) allotment with an expansive backyard, providing plenty of room for children and pets to enjoy with excellent potential for additional shedding, workshop space or future outdoor enhancements (STCA).
• Enjoy the peaceful Brown Hill lifestyle surrounded by established native trees and scenic walking tracks. It is the perfect balance of tranquil living while remaining only moments from Ballarat's CBD, schools, shopping and Melbourne freeway access
Listing description written by Sarah Skinner, McGrath Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.