Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Carrara › Paddington Dr
$1,240,000
For sale
Asking
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
566 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
$1,240,000
Asking · $2,191/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Carrara
-12.1%
Median sale
Suburb $1,410,000
+0.42 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.09%
Suburb median $1,410,000 from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
$60,708 on top of the price (4.9% 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: Queensland schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Pre-filled with Carrara'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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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 $838/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 3.5%. 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
Carrara at a glance
14,314
People
$1,410,000
Median sale
$838/wk
Median rent
3.09%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 41 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
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Nestled in one of Carrara's most tightly held pockets, this impressive Queenslander-inspired residence combines timeless character with modern functionality, creating a home that is as beautiful as it is practical. Showcasing approximately 313m² under roof on a 566m² allotment, the home immediately captivates with its elevated street presence, classic wraparound verandah, soaring ceilings, exposed timber beams and polished hardwood floors. Designed for growing families and those who love to entertain, every space has been thoughtfully crafted to maximise comfort, natural light and effortless indoor-outdoor living.
Offering exceptional flexibility, the spacious floorplan features multiple living and dining zones, four generous bedrooms (or three bedrooms plus a large rumpus, media or music room), two bathrooms and a well-appointed open-plan kitchen complete with breakfast bar and bi-fold servery overlooking the outdoor entertaining area. The expansive front verandah and private rear entertaining space provide the perfect setting for family gatherings or relaxing afternoons. Adding even greater appeal is the impressive energy-efficient solar system featuring 6.6kW of solar panels, a 5kW inverter and a substantial 12kW battery, helping to significantly reduce electricity costs while future-proofing the home.
Perfectly positioned within minutes of Emerald Lakes, world-class golf courses, major shopping centres, quality schools, the M1 motorway, public transport and the Gold Coast's famous beaches, this outstanding residence offers the ideal balance of convenience and lifestyle. Whether you're searching for a forever family home, a property with dual living potential, or simply a unique residence full of warmth and character, 42 Paddington Drive presents an outstanding opportunity to secure a home unlike any other in this sought-after central Gold Coast location.
PROPERTY FEATURES INCLUDE:
- Queenslander-style family home with approximately 323m² under roof
- Elevated 566m² block in a quiet, sought-after Carrara location
- Four bedrooms, or three bedrooms plus large rumpus/media/music room
- Spacious master suite with walk-in robe, ensuite and verandah access
- Two well-appointed bathrooms, including main bathroom with bathtub
- Two expansive open-plan living areas
- Multiple dining areas perfect for entertaining
- Large family kitchen with breakfast bar
- Bi-fold window servery connecting kitchen to outdoor entertaining
- Full-length covered front verandah with multiple entertaining zones
- Private rear entertaining area
- Polished hardwood timber floors
- High ceilings with exposed timber beams
- Character wall panelling and classic Queenslander features throughout
- Split-system air conditioning
- Separate internal laundry
- Double automatic lock-up garage with workshop/storage area
- Low-maintenance landscaped gardens
- Stamped concrete outdoor areas
- 6.6kW solar panel system
- 5kW solar inverter
- 12kW battery storage system
- Significant energy savings and reduced electricity costs
- Potential for dual living or multi-generational living (STCA)
- Close to Emerald Lakes, golf courses, shopping centres and cafes
- Minutes to quality schools, public transport and the M1
- Approximately 15 minutes to Broadbeach, Pacific Fair and the Gold Coast beaches
PROPERTY INFORMATION:
Gold Coast City Council Rates: $2,611* p.a. approx
Gold Coast City Water Rates: $1,716* p.a. approx
Currently Owner-Occupied, so you can live in or rent out.
Current Permanent Rental Appraisal: $1,100* to $1,200* per week, approx
Built: 1990*
* denotes approximate measurements
Don't miss this rare opportunity! Contact us today to arrange a private viewing and experience the unparalleled lifestyle this apartment offers. Your dream home awaits at 42 Padding Drive, CARRARA.
For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact your local Carrara Area Expert, Brad Scott on 0408 338 605 or Ben Woodburn.
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DISCLAIMER:
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All information, including but not limited to property descriptions, photographs, floor plans, measurements, boundaries, areas, building improvements, approvals, zoning, and other particulars, is provided in good faith and is believed to be accurate at the time of publication. However, prospective purchasers must make and rely upon their own independent enquiries, searches, inspections, and professional advice to satisfy themselves as to all aspects of the property.
Neither the seller nor the agent makes any representation or warranty that any building works, structures, renovations, additions, improvements, installations, or alterations have been approved by, certified by, or comply with the requirements of any relevant authority, including local council, building certifiers, or other regulatory bodies. Prospective purchasers should undertake their own investigations and obtain independent legal, building, planning, engineering, financial, and other professional advice as they consider necessary before entering into any contract or making any decision in relation to the property.
Listing description written by Brad Scott, Smart Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.