Colonel Light Gardens at a glance
3,297
People
$1,691,000
Median sale
$580/wk
Median rent
1.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Colonel Light Gardens › Springbank Rd
$845,000
Last sold
1 May 2024
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
666 m²
Land
121 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
$845,000
1 May 2024 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Colonel Light Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,085/m² of land (n=44). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Colonel Light Gardens at a glance
3,297
People
$1,691,000
Median sale
$580/wk
Median rent
1.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Colonel Light Gardens
-50.0%
Median sale
Suburb $1,691,000
+1.79 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 1.78%
Suburb median $1,691,000 from 12 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
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 $580/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
Colonel Light Gardens at a glance
3,297
People
$1,691,000
Median sale
$580/wk
Median rent
1.78%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harris Real Estate Kent TownA sweeping block, superb scope to create, and light-filled loftiness – that's the sought-after ingredients giving this beautifully presented and updated c.1920's abode an impressive foundation for those spellbound by the sight of character charm and seeds of what could be.
With solid footings giving rise to a familiar four-square footprint gliding over glossy solid timber floors, wide central hallway, and sailing beneath soaring ceilings… there's no shying away from the allure of yesteryear's bold beauty. Let the three generous bedrooms and a lovely formal lounge – brightened by large windows and fresh paint work – together with a sparkling kitchen, laundry and stone-topped bathroom be the inspiration to take this understated abode flourishing into spectacular modern standards.
Already an everyday delight spilling with family-friendly comfort, including a north-facing backyard with lush lawn capturing the best of the day's sun all year round, enjoying picture-perfect outdoor entertaining under the all-weather alfresco adds immediate lifestyle bliss, while the possibilities to extend, expand and transform across the 666m2 parcel should have hearts aflutter and the creative juices flowing (STCC).
Superb, southern pocket positioning coincides with a raft of conveniences all at arm's reach; from a leisure stroll to Colonel Light Gardens Primary and popular parks, playgrounds and sporting ovals, to the vibrant shopping hubs of Pasadena and Mitcham Square, as well as an enviable halfway between Adelaide's bustling city centre and the scenic surrounds of several national parks, it's no wonder Colonel Light Gardens is such a sought-after suburb by sophisticated buyers who know a good investment when they see it.
Features you'll love:
- Beautiful character property set on supremely spacious 666m2 (approx.) allotment inviting a raft of exciting renovation, extension or rebuild possibilities (subject to council conditions)
- Lovely red-brick frontage with verandah and portico overlooking neat lawns and easy-care greenery
- Wide hallway, gorgeous solid timber floors, and soaring ceilings
- 3 lofty and light-filled bedrooms, all with AC, two with ceiling fans, and one with BIRs
- Charming formal lounge with feature gas heater
- Updated modern kitchen flush with great bench top space and bar, abundant cabinetry and cupboards, and gleaming stainless appliances including dishwasher
- Bright and light laundry, sparkling main bathroom with stone benches, as well as second outdoor WC
- Charming outdoor alfresco with all-weather verandah overlooking a sunny and sweeping backyard with lush lawn and cubby-house, perfect for kids to play or family pet to happily roam
- Long driveway, secure carport, garage and storage shed/workshop
Location highlights:
- Around the corner from manicured sporting grounds and playgrounds, as well as a short stroll to Colonel Light Gardens Primary and Springbank Secondary; zoned for Unley High
- Close to a range of local cafés and popular takeaway eateries for easy eats and weekend treats
- A quick 5-minutes to both Pasadena Foodland and Shopping Centre, as well as Mitcham Square for all your daily essentials and weekend entertainment in easy reach
- On the doorstep of scenic conservation parks, and also 10-minutes to Adelaide CBD
Specifications:
CT / 5545/108
Council / Mitcham
Zoning / EN
Built / 1926
Land / 666m2(approx)
Frontage / 15.24m
Council Rates / $1967.20pa
Emergency Services Levy / $398pa
SA Water / $410.51pq (incl usage)
Estimated rental assessment / $560 to $590 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Colonel Light Gardens P.S, Clapham P.S, Edwardstown P.S, Clovelly Park P.S, Unley H.S, Springbank Secondary College, Mitcham Girls H.S, Urrbrae Agricultural H.S
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 226409
Listing description written by Tom Hector, Harris Real Estate Kent Town — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.