Caves Beach at a glance
3,906
People
$1,580,000
Median sale
$766/wk
Median rent
2.52%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Caves Beach › Dolphin Ct
$1,500,000
Last sold
24 Apr 2026
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
969 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
$1,500,000
24 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Caves Beach (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,226/m² of land (n=109). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Caves Beach at a glance
3,906
People
$1,580,000
Median sale
$766/wk
Median rent
2.52%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Caves Beach
-5.1%
Median sale
Suburb $1,580,000
+0.14 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.52%
Suburb median $1,580,000 from 31 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
NSWPlanning 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.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $766/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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
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
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Caves Beach at a glance
3,906
People
$1,580,000
Median sale
$766/wk
Median rent
2.52%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by SOLD Real EstateHidden away up a quiet, country-lane-like cul-de-sac, this home feels like one of those secret pockets only locals ever find.
Peaceful, private, drenched in warm north-facing winter sun and refreshed by cool coastal breezes, this home sits in a wonderfully sheltered position close to everything, but somehow still feels tucked away from it all.
Much loved by its long-term owner, this is a garden-centred coastal sanctuary where every room takes in leafy, established greenery and where everyday life flows seamlessly from indoors to out.
You step inside and are immediately met with a sense of calm, shaped by courtyards, soft light and beautiful mature gardens that wrap the home from every angle.
The formal living and dining zones sit at the front of the home, quiet and inviting, with plantation shutters and lovely garden vistas.
Move deeper in and the home opens into fabulous open plan living, where stunning views spill out toward the vine-draped central courtyard and beautifully landscaped gardens. The connection between indoor and outdoor space here is exceptional.
The contemporary stone-topped kitchen sits perfectly between both living areas, offering plenty of bench space, overhead cabinetry and a full view to the courtyard, so whether you're cooking for two or entertaining twenty, everything flows.
Multiple outdoor sitting and entertaining spots give you sun when you want it, shade when you need it, and peaceful garden nooks to unwind in all year long. It's a home that invites you to slow down, settle in and enjoy the tranquillity.
Practical features enhance everyday comfort too. Drive-through garaging makes it easy to bring in cars, trailers, kayaks or garden gear, giving you secure storage for all the coastal toys. Solar panels keep energy costs low year-round, while ceiling fans and air-conditioning ensure the home stays cool, comfortable and breezy in every season.
One of the biggest benefits is that you can live entirely on one level. With the original floor plan boasting three bedrooms (or now two bedrooms and music room/library), two bathrooms and all main living zones are located downstairs, ideal for retirees wanting simpler day-to-day living.
The master suite is particularly lovely, with a walk-in robe, ensuite and direct views over the pretty courtyard and gardens through plantation shutters.
Then there's the upstairs level, a genuine surprise and a rare offering in this area.
Two guest bedrooms and a bathroom sit alongside a spacious art studio that could easily be converted into a living space or kitchen making the space completely self-contained thanks to its separate access.
Upstairs you even enjoy glimpses toward Swansea Channel and Black Neds Bay, a reminder of just how close to the coastline you are.
And the location?
It's one of Caves Beach's most well-kept secrets!
A peaceful walk takes you to the sand of dog friendly Caves Beach, local cafés, village shops and Caves Beach Bar & Bungalows.
Warm, welcoming and wonderfully flexible, this is a home that suits retirees, families and holiday-home buyers alike.
It offers space where you need it, separation when you want it and gardens that truly elevate the entire living experience.
• Peaceful cul-de-sac location with a sheltered north-facing aspect & beautiful natural light
• Established gardens surrounding the home, creating privacy & calming green outlooks
• Open-plan living with lovely vistas across the courtyard & landscaped garden surrounds
• Light-filled formal lounge & dining zones offering inviting spaces for everyday relaxation
• Stone-topped kitchen with great storage, generous bench space & outdoor connection
• Multiple outdoor areas with sunny patios, shaded nooks & vine-covered courtyard
• Ability to live on one level with 2-3 bedrooms, two bathrooms & main living areas
• Master suite with walk-in robe, ensuite bathroom & tranquil courtyard garden outlooks
• Upper-level retreat with two guest bedrooms, full bathroom & spacious creative studio
• Studio with separate access ideal for guests, teens or self-contained living if desired
• Drive-through double garaging providing easy access for cars, trailers, kayaks & toys
• Solar panels for impressive energy efficiency and reduced household running costs
• Ceiling fans and air-conditioning ensuring cool, comfortable living in every season
• Plantation shutters, generous storage options and beautifully maintained interiors
• Easy walk to dog friendly beach, surf club, cafés, village shops, bar and restaurants
Homes with this much greenery, privacy and multi-level flexibility are exceptionally rare!
*Disclaimer: All information provided, including marketing materials, is for general guidance and indicative purposes only. While deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed. Prospective buyers are advised to conduct their own investigations to verify the accuracy of details, including property features, inclusions, and availability.
Listing description written by Shanti Page, SOLD Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.