Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Encounter Bay › Penguin Ln
$695,000–$725,000
For sale
Asking range
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
305 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
$695,000–$725,000
Asking range · $2,279/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Encounter Bay
-14.2%
Median sale
Suburb $810,000
+0.58 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.50%
Suburb median $810,000 from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$42,933 on top of the price (6.2% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: South Australia schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
Pre-filled with Encounter Bay's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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 $545/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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 4.1%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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
Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White Victor Harbor/GoolwaPositioned in the highly sought-after Oakford Estate in Encounter Bay, this beautifully presented near-new home offers the perfect combination of style, comfort and easy-care living. Built 2025 this near new home has been finished to a high standard throughout, this quality-built Oakford home is an outstanding opportunity for downsizers, retirees, investors or anyone seeking a relaxed, low-maintenance coastal lifestyle.
Ideally located just moments from Encounter Bay's stunning beaches, Victor Harbor township, shopping, cafes and everyday conveniences, this home delivers modern living in a desirable coastal setting.
Step inside to discover a spacious open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, creating the heart of the home. This inviting space flows seamlessly to the undercover alfresco entertaining area under the main roof - perfect for year-round entertaining or simply relaxing with family and friends.
The well-appointed kitchen offers quality appliances including an electric cooktop, electric oven and dishwasher, along with ample bench space and storage to make everyday living effortless.
Accommodation includes three generous bedrooms plus a separate study, which could also serve as a fourth bedroom if required. The master suite features a walk-in robe and private ensuite, while bedrooms two and three include built-in robes. Positioned at the front of the home, the study enjoys pleasant views over the front yard, making it an ideal home office or guest room.
The main bathroom is thoughtfully designed with a shower, bath and vanity, complemented by a separate toilet for added convenience. The well-equipped laundry includes extensive built-in cabinetry, a large benchtop and excellent storage, while additional hallway storage further enhances the home's practicality.
The double garage features an automatic panel lift door with direct internal access, providing both security and convenience.
Outside, all the hard work has already been done. The home is complete with a concrete driveway and pathways, while the front and back yards feature artificial lawn allowing you to spend more time enjoying the Fleurieu lifestyle and less time on upkeep.
- 2.55m high ceilings
- Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning
- 3 bedrooms plus a study
- Main bedroom with ensuite and WIR
- Kitchen with electric appliances + dishwasher
- Double garage with auto panelift door
- Undercover alfresco
- Good storage throughout
- Near new built 2025
Immaculately presented and offering all the benefits of a new home without the wait, this quality-built Oakford residence is sure to impress. An inspection is highly recommended.
Ray White Goolwa | Victor Harbor
73 Ocean Street, Victor Harbor SA 5211
1 Cadell Street, Goolwa SA 5214
Disclaimer - Every precaution has been taken to establish the accuracy of the material herein. Prospective purchasers should not confine themselves to the contents but should make their own enquiries to satisfy themselves in all respects. Ray White Goolwa | Victor Harbor will not accept any responsibility should any details prove to be incomplete or incorrect: RLA 298107.
Listing description written by Nathan Fry, Ray White Victor Harbor/Goolwa — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.