Ipswich at a glance
2,571
People
$850,000
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Ipswich › Macalister St
$920,000
Last sold
2 Mar 2026
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
440 m²
Land
99 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
$920,000
2 Mar 2026 · derived via latest_sale
Sources disagree on the sale price. All recorded figures are shown in the history below — Districts does not pick a winner.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Ipswich (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $949/m² of land (n=104). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Ipswich at a glance
2,571
People
$850,000
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Ipswich
+8.2%
Median sale
Suburb $850,000
-0.23 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.05%
Suburb median $850,000 from 29 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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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 $499/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
Ipswich at a glance
2,571
People
$850,000
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
3.05%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 29 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Place IpswichATTENTION HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS.
TIMELESS CHARACTER ON THE CBD & MEDICAL PRECINCT FRINGE
Discover the enduring charm of a Circa 1920 residence paired with everyday modern comfort, positioned in a tightly held, elevated pocket on the fringe of the Ipswich CBD and Medical Precinct.
Flood-free, walkable, and wonderfully connected, this classic character home offers warmth, soul, and a lifestyle of genuine convenience.
From the moment you arrive, the covered front verandah sets the tone - elevated, welcoming, and perfectly placed to capture breezes and outlooks across this established inner-city neighbourhood.
CLASSIC CHARACTER, COMFORT & FLEXIBILITY
Step inside and immediately feel the personality that defines this home.
High ceilings, polished timber floors and tongue-and-groove detailing speak proudly to its heritage, while thoughtful updates ensure comfortable, modern living throughout.
The layout is practical yet flexible, offering multiple living zones and work-from-home options to suit today's lifestyles - whether you're a professional, student, investor or downsizer seeking position without compromise.
KEY FEATURES INCLUDE
• Air-conditioned formal lounge positioned off the front verandah
• Spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and family room at the rear with independent A/C
• Three well-proportioned bedrooms, two with air-conditioning
• Additional air-conditioned study / library / second living zone
• Flexible sleep-out style third bedroom or home office option
• Elevated, flood-free position on a 440m² allotment
KITCHEN & LIVING DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY LIFE
The rear kitchen and dining zone forms the functional heart of the home, opening seamlessly to the generous rear sun deck - ideal for relaxed entertaining or quiet mornings outdoors.
The kitchen is well equipped with:
• Electric oven and mains gas cooktop
• Dishwasher and double-door pantry
• Large fridge cavity and microwave nook
• Practical layout with excellent storage
A separate internal laundry adds further convenience, thoughtfully relocated inside the home for all-weather ease.
FRESH & FUNCTIONAL FAMILY BATHROOM
Light-filled and generously sized, the bathroom blends comfort with practicality while retaining a nod to the home's era.
• Double basin vanity
• Separate shower
• Full bathtub
• Separate toilet nearby for family functionality
OUTDOOR LIVING & PRACTICAL EXTRAS
• Covered front verandah and expansive rear sun deck
• Secure, fully fenced backyard
• Remote-controlled garage with additional storage or motorcycle parking
• Two external storage sheds
• Mains gas hot water system
• Roof insulation for year-round comfort
WALK-EVERYWHERE CBD & MEDICAL PRECINCT LOCATION
Perfectly positioned in one of Ipswich's most connected inner-city pockets, this address delivers unbeatable lifestyle convenience.
Set within the CBD and Medical Precinct fringe of Ipswich, everything you need is quite literally at your doorstep - ideal for hospital staff, university students, professionals and investors alike.
Nearby Schools (approx.)
• Blair State School - 2 min / 1.1km
• Ipswich Grammar School - 3 min / 1.3km
• St Mary's College - 4 min / 1.7km
• St Edmund's College - 5 min / 1.9km
Easy Access To (approx.)
• Roderick Street Community Preschool - 2 min / 900m
• Thomas Street Train Station - 3 min / 1.4km
• Bunnings West Ipswich - 4 min / 2.2km
• Ipswich CBD - 6 min / 2.7km
• Coles Ipswich - 6 min / 3km
• Queens Park - 9 min / 3.5km
• Riverlink Shopping Centre - 10 min / 4km
EXTRAS YOU'LL APPRECIATE
• Internal Laundry
• Spacious Walk-in Robe
• Low-maintenance grounds
• Estimated Rental return of $600 - $630
• Rates approx. $525.70 per quarter
• Urban Utilities approx. $419.00 per quarter
A SMART MOVE IN A GROWING CITY
Ipswich continues to strengthen as one of South East Queensland's most resilient and opportunity-rich cities - offering heritage charm, major infrastructure investment and long-term confidence for homeowners and investors alike.
DISCLAIMER: First National Action Realty has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that the information contained in this advertisement is true and correct but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. All distances, measurements and timeframes contained within this advertisement are approximate only. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this advertisement.
Listing description written by Helene Shephard, Place Ipswich — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.