Forrest at a glance
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Median sale
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Median rent
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Suburb gross yield
$790,000–$869,000
For sale
Asking range
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
1,011 m²
Land
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
Asking
$790,000–$869,000
Asking range · $781/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Forrest at a glance
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Median sale
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Median rent
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Suburb gross yield
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$48,123 on top of the price (6.1% 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: Victoria 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.
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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
VICPlanning 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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent and no suburb rent aggregate are loaded. Official bond files are not loaded. Listing rent and suburb aggregates are evidence, not this address’s rent.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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.
0 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownArea
Forrest at a glance
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Suburb gross yield
Listing material
Listed by Ray White ColacSurrounded by the breath-taking beauty of the Otways, this beautifully transformed residence offers a private lifestyle escape where modern comfort meets a relaxed country atmosphere. Located 35 Minutes from Colac and under two hours from Melbourne, the home has been completely reimagined to create a sophisticated retreat designed for those who appreciate quality, nature, and adventure.
Occupying a spacious 1,011m² block, the property combines contemporary finishes with warm natural elements, creating an inviting environment that feels instantly welcoming. At the centre of the home, a stunning feature fireplace brings character and ambience to the main living zone, while large windows and open spaces capture the peaceful outlook and natural light throughout the day.
Every detail has been carefully upgraded, including extensive structural improvements, updated services, and thoughtfully designed extensions that enhance both functionality and style. The home offers three generously sized bedrooms, highlighted by a beautifully appointed master suite complete with its own private ensuite. A designer bathroom services the remaining accommodation with understated elegance.
The expansive open-plan living and dining area flows effortlessly into a well-equipped kitchen featuring stone surfaces, premium appliances, and induction cooking. Sliding doors open onto a sun-drenched entertaining deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection ideal for hosting guests or simply enjoying the surrounding landscape.
Perfectly suited to outdoor enthusiasts, the property includes practical additions such as secure bike storage and an outdoor shower, while its sought-after location places you within easy walking distance of Forrest's vibrant cafes, local dining, and the famous Forrest Brewery. With direct access to some of the country's most renowned mountain bike trails and walking tracks, the lifestyle on offer here is second to none.
Currently operating as a successful Airbnb retreat, this exceptional property presents a unique opportunity to secure a luxurious home, weekend getaway, or investment in one of regional Victoria's most admired destinations.
Listing description written by Toby Kent, Ray White Colac — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Honest achievable rent
UnknownNo advertised rent and no suburb rent aggregate are loaded. Official bond files are not loaded. Listing rent and suburb aggregates are evidence, not this address’s rent.
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.