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38 Walcott St, Broome WA 6725

House

6

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

7

Car spaces

2,428 m²

Land

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

Why this property?

  • FactLand 2,428 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Broome (last 5 years) with land size: median $755/m² of land (n=59). 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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Broome (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $755/m² of land (n=59). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Broome at a glance

4,241

People

$741,000

Median sale

$1,024/wk

Median rent

7.19%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 36 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Broome report →

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. Soldprice unknown24 July 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted3 Apr 2024

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

Capital growth

WA

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

WA full cadastre is not free for commercial use. Lot optionality cannot be computed from official geometry. Listed land size is 2,428 m² — that is not official geometry. 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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $1,024/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. Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property. 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

    WA full cadastre is not free for commercial use. Lot optionality cannot be computed from official geometry. Listed land size is 2,428 m² — that is not official geometry.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

  • 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

Broome in one glance

Broome at a glance

4,241

People

$741,000

Median sale

$1,024/wk

Median rent

7.19%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 36 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Broome report →

Keep researching

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

Listing material

Listed by Broome Property Specialists

Recently renovated Pearling Master's home

History: Built 1910 Original home of Beresford Bardwell went into pearling together with his younger brother Bernard (best known for his WW1 diary transcribed and now with WA museum.) Heritage Listed Class B. Major structural renovations completed in 2021, featuring addition of new open plan living area, outdoor decking areas with full renovation/refresh of kitchen, laundry and all bathrooms.

Formally known as "Captain Kennedy House!" This Master Pearler home refreshed to remain testament to Old Broome's rich history and be a perfect family home.

Built in 1910, 38 Walcott Street is now a meticulously renovated property seamlessly blending old-world grace with modern luxury, making it a true masterpiece in the world of real estate. Nestled on a sprawling half-acre (2429m2) block, the property boasts a five-bedroom main residence pod style, a self-contained caretaker's dwelling, two spacious sheds, two convenient carports, and a captivating azure, kidney-shaped pool. A network of meandering pathways, stepping stones, and charming arbours connect all the buildings and outdoor spaces, enhancing the overall beauty. With a classic white picket fence gracefully framing the entire property.

Read the full description

The main residence has three generously sized bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a variety of open-plan and cosy living spaces. You'll discover a separate living area, perfect for a home theatre, and an additional wing connected to the master bedroom, ideal as a parents retreat or nursery. The pool house, a detached living space, offers two more generously sized bedrooms with a shared ensuite.

For the past four years, the current owners have lovingly restored this Master Pearler home. It proudly stands as a testament to Old Broome's rich history, beautifully combining the past, present, and future. The restoration is a true work of art, preserving the hardwood floors and updating fixtures and fittings throughout. Pendant lights draw attention where needed, while split air conditioning and modern downlights seamlessly blend with the property's historical charm. The main home itself indulges you with a total of five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Opulent freestanding bathtubs and crisp white tiling add a touch of luxury, and floating vanities, wall niches, and stylish tapware enhance every space. Even the laundry commands a comfortable work area with elegance. (Work done by Tjallara Building Company)

The architectural design of the Master Pearler is meticulously maintained, with soaring ceilings and elegant timber accents that pay homage to the home's rich history. The kitchen is a true delight, featuring gas cooking, shaker cabinetry, stone benchtops, and a well-appointed butler's pantry, all customized for modern living.

Outdoor entertainment is a dream at 38 Walcott Street. The expansive timber deck at the rear of the house overlooks the meticulously landscaped grounds, meandering pathways, inground trampoline and the inviting pool. It's a place to relax, unwind, entertain, and truly savor your new surroundings.

The property includes two sheds, two carports, and a self-contained caretaker's residence, all seamlessly connected by a winding gravel driveway. The flow of the grounds provides both accessibility and privacy, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

The gardens are a true delight for outdoor enthusiasts, featuring a central fountain/pond, lush lawns perfect for a game of bowls, and beautifully placed, mature garden beds. This property is more than a home; it's aserene haven where you can escape from the demands of the outside world. 38 Walcott Street in Broome is waiting for you to call it your own.

For further property details or to arrange a private inspection please contact Chris McCartney on 0424 167 779 or sales2@broomepropertyspecialists.com.au

• Generous parking spaces onsite and on verge

• 2 x carports (5 cars)

• Securely fenced

• Crimsafe security screens

• Separate self-contained 1 bed caretaker's residence

• Mature and shaded gardens

• Pool with outdoor decking

• Spacious back verandah for entertaining

• Water feature

• Inground trampoline

Listing description written by Chris McCartney, Broome Property Specialists — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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