Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Castlemaine › Mcgrath St
$965,000
Last sold
17 Dec 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
1,018 m²
Land
192 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
$965,000
17 Dec 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Castlemaine (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $992/m² of land (n=149). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Castlemaine
+31.3%
Median sale
Suburb $735,000
-0.82 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.45%
Suburb median $735,000 from 96 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
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 is recorded. Suburb median rent $488/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. 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.
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
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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
Castlemaine at a glance
7,306
People
$735,000
Median sale
$488/wk
Median rent
3.45%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Belle Property Bendigo | Castlemaine | MaldonFramed by established gardens on a generous 1018m², this charming three-bedroom brick cottage offers warmth, character, and versatility in a coveted location.
A classic façade gives way to a welcoming interior where rich timber floorboards flow throughout, setting a warm and inviting tone. At the front of the home, the sitting room is a place to unwind, bathed in natural light, while the recently renovated bathroom and laundry introduce a touch of modern luxury with elegant terrazzo tiles.
At the rear, the kitchen is the central gathering space, seamlessly connecting to the outdoors. French doors open to a covered verandah, inviting you to relax and take in the beauty of the gardens-an ever-changing tapestry of seasonal colour, offering both privacy and serenity.
Beyond the main residence, a detached studio/workspace offers incredible flexibility. Whether you're an artist seeking inspiration, a professional working from home, or simply in need of a quiet retreat, this space adapts to your needs.
However, the real surprise lies beyond-a completely self-contained accommodation accessed separately via rear entry. Designed for privacy and independence, this hidden gem includes a loft-style bedroom, a quaint yet functional bathroom, and an open-plan living and kitchen area. A private, fenced garden enhances the sense of retreat, making it an ideal option for extended family, guest stays, or as an income-generating rental.
Positioned within easy walking distance to the much-loved Wesley Hill Bakery and the local recreation reserve, this is a home that blends everyday convenience with lifestyle appeal. A place to put down roots, embrace creativity, or explore the possibilities that dual living provides.
Listing description written by Blasi Mulholland, Belle Property Bendigo | Castlemaine | Maldon — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.