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TAS › Sandy Bay › Walford Rd

4 Walford Rd, Sandy Bay TAS 7005

House

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Car spaces

754 m²

Land

240 m²

Building

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Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Sandy Bay (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,961/m² of land (n=65). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Sandy Bay (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,961/m² of land (n=65). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Sandy Bay at a glance

12,555

People

$1,152,500

Median sale

$548/wk

Median rent

2.47%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 36 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Sandy Bay report →

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Soldprice unknown28 Mar 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted25 Mar 2025

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

TAS

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $548/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    Nearby development applications are not loaded for this property.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Sandy Bay in one glance

Sandy Bay at a glance

12,555

People

$1,152,500

Median sale

$548/wk

Median rent

2.47%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 36 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Sandy Bay report →

Keep researching

  • Why Sandy Bay? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Sandy Bay →
  • Other records on Walford Rd →

Listing material

Listed by New Haus Agency

A Mid-Century Masterpiece | Offered for Only the Second Time in History

From the moment you arrive at 4 Walford Road, it's clear this home is something truly special. Its design is a celebration of mid-century modern architecture, where form meets function in perfect harmony.

4 Walford Road, Sandy Bay is an architectural treasure—meticulously designed in 1950 by esteemed architects E. Garfield Haslock and Patrick Bush. Drawing inspiration from the legendary Frank Lloyd Wright, this mid-century modern residence is a true 'house of ideas', incorporating innovative features that were revolutionary for its era and remain impressive today.

Built for Mary & Gordon Gray, on land gifted by Mary's father, this home remained in the same family for over 55 years before changing hands in 2005. Now, for only the second time in history, this iconic residence is being offered to the market.

Read the full description

Step inside and experience architectural brilliance and warmth. Every space has been thoughtfully crafted to enhance daily life, showcasing masterful mid-century design elements that remain just as striking today.

Cleverly positioned windows flood the home with natural light, creating a seamless connection to the beautifully landscaped gardens. The split-level layout ensures effortless flow between living zones, with private spaces subtly separated for comfort and functionality.

The main living area is a showcase of craftsmanship—rich Tasmanian timber detailing, a striking stacked-stone fireplace, and a bespoke built-in bookcase all contribute to the home's undeniable character. Sunlight dances across the original timber floors, while the paved terraces and timber deck provide a perfect retreat for quiet moments or entertaining guests.

The dining and kitchen area offers an intimate yet airy setting, where large picture windows frame lush green garden. The kitchen, updated with modern appliances while retaining its 1950's charm, features custom timber cabinetry, a spacious layout and quality finishes that blend form and function effortlessly.

On the upper level, the bedrooms continue the theme of mid century design, each featuring original built-in timber wardrobes, and large picture windows. The primary suite captures both garden and river views and enjoys generous proportions, while the bathroom is a striking blend of period elegance and practicality, with bold black tile-work, original timber vanity and a deep soaking tub.

The home's architectural integrity has been meticulously preserved, from the stacked-stone fireplace to the Tasmanian timber detailing, showcasing a level of craftsmanship rarely seen today. The sheltered entrance, provides an inviting transition between the built environment and the lushly landscaped gardens that embrace the home on all sides.

Multiple terraced spaces spill into the established gardens, where mature trees, sculpted hedges, and seasonal plantings create an ever-changing canvas of colour and tranquillity. The garage, laundry, and fuel store are discreetly positioned along the eastern boundary, ensuring both convenience and a clean, uncluttered façade. Every aspect of the home reflects the architects' forward-thinking approach. Considered ahead of its time the house was featured on the cover of the 1951 Australian Home Beautiful magazine.

The lower floor comprises a self-contained one bedroom apartment which again reflects the architectural integrity of the house.

A home of enduring quality and craftsmanship, 4 Walford Road stands as a testament to architectural innovation, offering a rare blend of beauty, comfort and functionality that is simply unmatched.

Set within one of Sandy Bay's most distinguished enclaves, a short stroll to Long Beach Park, Nutgrove beach, cafes & shops, 4 Walford Road is more than just a home—it is a statement of architectural brilliance and timeless design. With its thoughtful mid-century aesthetic, and breathtaking natural surrounds, this residence embodies a rare harmony between visionary craftsmanship and enduring beauty.

Homes of this calibre—where design, history and setting come together so effortlessly—are seldom offered to the market. 4 Walford Road stands as a testament to a bygone era of ingenuity and elegance, an architectural treasure waiting to be embraced and preserved for generations to come.

Contact us today to arrange your private viewing of this remarkable home.

Disclaimer:

We have obtained this property information from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective buyers are advised to carry out their own investigations.

Listing description written by Ed McKay, New Haus Agency — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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