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38 Koala St, Cowes VIC 3922

House

$812,000

Last sold

3 Aug 2026

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

656 m²

Land

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $812,000 (3 Aug 2026).(Recorded sale)
  • FactLand 656 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Cowes (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,193/m² of land (n=52). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$812,000

3 Aug 2026 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Cowes (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,193/m² of land (n=52). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Cowes at a glance

7,858

People

$711,250

Median sale

$508/wk

Median rent

3.71%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Cowes report →

Vs Cowes

+14.2%

Median sale

Suburb $711,250

-0.46 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.71%

Suburb median $711,250 from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$812,0003 Aug 2026
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted2 Mar 2026

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

VIC

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

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

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $508/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Cowes in one glance

Cowes at a glance

7,858

People

$711,250

Median sale

$508/wk

Median rent

3.71%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 82 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Cowes report →

Keep researching

  • Why Cowes? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Cowes →
  • Other records on Koala St →

Listing material

Listed by Gr8 Est8 Agents

SOLD BY TEAM LEO & SIENNA ZENELI 0434 929 184 Coastal Elegance in the Heart of Cowes

Coastal Elegance in the Heart of Cowes

SELLING FULLY FURNISHED!

38 Koala Street, Cowes – Phillip Island

Read the full description

Welcome to a home that perfectly captures the relaxed charm and lifestyle appeal of Phillip Island. Positioned in a sought-after pocket of Cowes, this beautifully presented four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with double garage offers the ideal balance of comfort, space, and coastal sophistication.

Whether you are searching for a luxurious holiday retreat, a high-performing investment property, or the perfect place to retire and embrace the seaside lifestyle, this home delivers exceptional flexibility and long-term appeal.

Thoughtfully Designed for Modern Living

From the moment you step inside, you are welcomed by light-filled interiors and a spacious open-plan layout designed for effortless living and entertaining.

The Heart of the Home

The contemporary kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring:

Sleek stone benchtops

Quality appliances including oven and cooktop

Ample cabinetry and storage

Generous preparation space

Seamless connection to the living and dining areas

Perfect for hosting family gatherings, summer dinners, or relaxed evenings after a day at the beach.

Comfort & Accommodation

The master suite is privately positioned and offers:

Spacious bedroom retreat

Modern ensuite with shower

Generous walk-in robe

The additional three bedrooms are well-proportioned and ideal for children, guests, or extended family. These rooms are serviced by a central bathroom complete with:

Full-size bathtub

Separate shower

Quality fittings and finishes

The practical floorplan ensures privacy while maintaining open, connected living spaces.

Outdoor & Lifestyle Appeal

Step outside and enjoy the coastal atmosphere that Cowes is renowned for. The home is positioned within walking distance to:

Cowes Beach

Local cafés and restaurants

Supermarkets and specialty shops

Public transport

Schools and essential amenities

Just a short drive away you’ll find:

Phillip Island Golf Course

The iconic Penguin Parade

Marina precinct

Scenic coastal walking tracks

Imagine evenings spent watching the sunset over the water, weekend brunches at local cafés, or hosting friends after a day exploring the island.

The Perfect Opportunity

This property offers outstanding versatility:

✔ A relaxing holiday home to enjoy year-round

✔ A strong short-term rental investment opportunity

✔ A long-term family residence near the beach

✔ An ideal downsizing option for retirees seeking lifestyle and convenience

Cowes continues to be one of Victoria’s most desirable coastal destinations, combining natural beauty with vibrant local amenities — making this home both a lifestyle purchase and a smart investment.

Coastal Living Starts Here

38 Koala Street presents an opportunity to secure a spacious, modern home in a premium Phillip Island location where everything is at your doorstep.

Homes of this quality and position rarely last long.

All the hard work has been done so make sure you add this to your list as it wont last!!!

Call Team Leo 0434 929 184

PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED ON ALL INSPECTIONS

“Selling? Get Gr8. Get SOLD! Trustworthy – Transparent – Proven Results

*All information contained therein is gathered from relevant third party sources. We cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided.

Listing description written by Leo Zeneli, Gr8 Est8 Agents — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Built-in Robes
  • Dishwasher
  • Ducted Heating
  • Ensuites: 1
  • Floorboards
  • Fully Fenced
  • Outdoor Entertaining
  • Remote Garage
  • Toilets: 2
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