Goolwa at a glance
2,654
People
$720,000
Median sale
$505/wk
Median rent
3.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Goolwa › Johnston St
$715,000
Last sold
8 Apr 2026
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
713 m²
Land
106 m²
Building
Districts View
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
$715,000
8 Apr 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Goolwa (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,121/m² of land (n=85). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Goolwa at a glance
2,654
People
$720,000
Median sale
$505/wk
Median rent
3.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Goolwa
-0.7%
Median sale
Suburb $720,000
+0.02 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.65%
Suburb median $720,000 from 33 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
SAPlanning 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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $505/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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
Goolwa at a glance
2,654
People
$720,000
Median sale
$505/wk
Median rent
3.65%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 33 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by OCTucked away in a tightly held pocket of Goolwa, this charming timber A-frame cottage offers a peaceful sanctuary just moments from the River Murray. Set on approximately 713m², this warm and inviting home is the perfect coastal getaway, where you can slow down, unwind, and truly enjoy the lifestyle.
From the moment you arrive, you'll fall in love with the character and craftsmanship of this Western Red Cedar home, complete with exposed timber interiors and beautiful cedar windows that bring the outdoors in. Whether you're seeking a weekend escape, investment, or permanent residence, this hidden gem delivers on charm, comfort, and location.
Open the Door To:
• Unique A-frame timber loft home full of warmth and character
• Open plan kitchen, dining, and family living on the ground floor
• Cozy combustion heater for those relaxing winter evenings
• Master bedroom and full bathroom conveniently located downstairs
• Loft-style second bedroom and additional living space upstairs
• Quality Western Red Cedar construction with stunning natural finishes
• Generous approx. 724m² allotment with private positioning
• Front shed ideal for boat storage or extra equipment
• Just metres to the public boat ramp and river access
• Walking and cycling trail at the end of the street leading into town
Close the Door On:
• Compromising on charm – this home is rich in character and warmth
• Long drives to the water – river access is right at your fingertips
• Busy, built-up streets – enjoy peace and privacy in a tucked-away setting
• Missing out on lifestyle – boating, markets, and cafés all nearby
This is a home where memories are made - from quiet mornings by the river to weekends exploring Goolwa's vibrant township. Whether you're escaping the city or embracing a laid-back coastal lifestyle, this delightful retreat is ready to welcome you home.
CT Reference - 5325/178
Council - Alexandrina
Land Size - 713 m² approx.
Year Built - 1986
Zoning – Neighbourhood
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RLA 275403.
Listing description written by Kathleen Fry, OC — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.