Forrest at a glance
2,012
People
No data
Median sale
$570/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
For sale
For sale
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
1,614 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
Asking
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Forrest (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,374/m² of land (n=3). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Forrest at a glance
2,012
People
No data
Median sale
$570/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
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
ACTPlanning 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 for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $570/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 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.
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
Forrest at a glance
2,012
People
No data
Median sale
$570/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
Listing material
Listed by LJ Hooker ManukaOPEN BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT - SATURDAY 29th AUGUST 12.30pm � 1.00pm
Positioned in one of Forrest's most prestigious and tightly held streets, 4 Baudin Street presents a rare opportunity to secure a substantial landholding of approximately 1,614sqm offering immediate comfort with outstanding scope for future enhancement or redevelopment.
Set amongst established gardens in a private, leafy setting, this double brick residence is being offered to the market for the first time in over 60 years, adding a true sense of history and significance that is increasingly rare to find.
Beautifully preserved, the home captures the essence of classic Inner South living, with double hung windows, timber floorboards, detailed high character ceilings and elegant picture rails enhancing its timeless appeal.
The spacious north-facing living room is bathed in natural light, complemented by ducted gas heating and in-floor heating to ensure year-round comfort. Flowing through to a separate dining area and updated kitchen, the layout is both functional and inviting, offering ample storage, quality appliances and an easy connection to the outdoors.
Accommodation is thoughtfully arranged in a separate wing, comprising four bedrooms, with the fourth offering flexibility as a home office. A spacious family bathroom services the home, featuring floor-to-ceiling tiles, a full-sized bath, and a separate shower�ideal for growing families.
Outdoors, the scale of the land truly sets this property apart. The expansive, fully fenced backyard is framed by established gardens and mature trees, creating a private sanctuary with space for families, entertaining or future extension. A generous deck provides the perfect setting for alfresco dining and gatherings, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living.
Located just moments from Red Hill Nature Reserve, and within close proximity to Manuka Village, the Parliamentary Triangle and some of Canberra's finest schools, this address delivers an exceptional lifestyle in a blue-chip Inner South setting.
A home defined by its location, character, history and future potential�offering a rare chance to secure a significant parcel of land in one of Canberra's most sought-after suburbs.
Features:
� Approx. 1,614sqm landholding in prestigious Forrest location
� First time offered for public sale in over 60 years
� Double brick construction
� Classic character home with double hung windows, picture rails & detailed ceilings
� High Cielings
� Polished timber floorboards throughout
� North-facing living area and excellent natural light
� Spacious living room
� Separate dining area adjoining kitchen
� Updated kitchen with ample storage and bench space
� Bosch gas cooktop, electric oven & Miele dishwasher
� Segregated bedroom wing
� Large family bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiles, bath & separate shower
� Dedicated foyer entry
� Ducted gas heating and in-floor heating
� Expansive rear deck (approx. 7.8m x 7.8m) ideal for entertaining
� Fully fenced backyard with established gardens and mature trees
� Single lock-up garage (separate)
� Secure shed
� Private, leafy setting with excellent outdoor space
� Close to Red Hill Nature Reserve, Manuka Village & Inner South amenities
Key Figures: (approximations)
EER: 2.5
Rates: $4,170.01pq
Residence: 148.34sqm
Garage: 26.73 sqm
Shed: 16.14sqm
Block Size: 1614sqm
Disclaimer:
While all care has been taken in compiling information regarding properties marketed for rent or sale, we accept no responsibility and disclaim all liabilities regarding any errors or inaccuracies contained herein. All parties should rely on their own investigation to validate the information provided.
Listing description written by Stephen Thompson, LJ Hooker Manuka — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.
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. This jurisdiction has no comparable official bond series in the free set.
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.