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VIC › Strathfieldsaye › Bowles Rd

420 Bowles Rd, Strathfieldsaye VIC 3551

For saleHouse for Sale

$930,000–$970,000

For sale

Asking range

4

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

7

Car spaces

40,200 m²

Land

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

Given the $930,000–$970,000 ask, is this worth your time?

Why this ask?

  • FactListed for sale, asking $930,000–$970,000(Listing record · 4 Aug 2026)
  • FactLand 40,200 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationAsk is 22% above the Strathfieldsaye median recorded sale ($762,500, n=46, last 12 months).(Districts calculation from recorded sales)
  • CalculationIf it leased at Strathfieldsaye's advertised median rent ($634/wk), implied gross yield would be 3.54% — this is not a rent for this listing.(Districts scenario calculation)

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

The ask against the evidence

Asking

$930,000–$970,000

Asking range · $23/m² of land

No recorded sale for this property.

Strathfieldsaye at a glance

8,026

People

$762,500

Median sale

$634/wk

Median rent

4.32%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 46 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Strathfieldsaye report →

Vs Strathfieldsaye

+22.0%

Median sale

Suburb $762,500

-0.78 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 4.32%

Suburb median $762,500 from 46 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Total cost to purchase

Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.

Purchase Price
$930,000
Stamp Duty (Victoria)
$50,870
Transfer/Registration Fee
$2,281
Mortgage Registration (est., if financed)
$200
Legal & Conveyancing (est.)
$2,000
Building & Pest Inspection (est.)
$700
Rates & Water Adjustment at Settlement (est.)
$800
Total cash required
$986,851

$56,851 on top of the price (6.1% extra)

  • Stamp Duty (Victoria)
  • Transfer/Registration Fee
  • Mortgage Registration
  • Legal & Conveyancing
  • Building & Pest Inspection
  • Rates & Water Adjustment

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.

Rental yield

Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.

Pre-filled with Strathfieldsaye's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.

Net yield
2.04%
Annual cashflow (pre-tax)
$-29,342
Interest cover (DSCR)
0.39
Annual rent
$32,968
Operating expenses
$13,950
Loan amount
$744,000
Annual interest
$48,360
Gross yield
3.54%

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.

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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. Listed$930,000–$970,000available4 Aug 2026

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

Capital growth

VIC

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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $634/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. 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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

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

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

    Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.

  • 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

Strathfieldsaye in one glance

Strathfieldsaye at a glance

8,026

People

$762,500

Median sale

$634/wk

Median rent

4.32%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 46 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Strathfieldsaye report →

Keep researching

  • Why Strathfieldsaye? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Strathfieldsaye →
  • Other records on Bowles Rd →

Listing material

Listed by Janelle Stevens Property

Hollyhock – A Truly Unique Lifestyle Estate on 10 Acres

Set on approximately 10 picturesque acres, Hollyhock, 420 Bowles Road, Strathfieldsaye, is an exceptional lifestyle estate offering a rare combination of character, craftsmanship, versatility and commercial potential. Lovingly handcrafted by a local builder, this remarkable property seamlessly blends a unique mudbrick and recycled brick residence with outstanding infrastructure and substantial outbuildings, creating a lifestyle opportunity unlike any other.

The custom-built two-storey residence has been thoughtfully designed with warmth, timeless appeal and enduring quality. Offering four distinctive bedrooms and two bathrooms, the home showcases soaring raked ceilings, beautiful recycled leadlight windows and handcrafted finishes throughout, creating a home filled with charm, personality and comfort.

At the heart of the home is a stunning Tasmanian Oak kitchen featuring a 900mm Ilve oven, traditional wood-fired stove and quality cabinetry, flowing effortlessly into the expansive open-plan living and dining area. A wood heater creates a cosy atmosphere through the cooler months, while reverse-cycle air conditioning provides year-round comfort. A second living room offers valuable additional space for families or relaxed entertaining.

Read the full description

Occupying the entire upper level, the private master retreat is a true sanctuary, complete with a spacious ensuite, full-wall built-in robes, reverse-cycle air conditioning and peaceful views across the surrounding countryside.

Step outside onto the wrap-around veranda and enjoy the tranquil rural outlook. The impressive 11-metre in-ground swimming pool, complemented by a Balinese-style hut, provides the perfect resort-inspired setting for entertaining family and friends or simply relaxing in complete privacy.

Adding enormous versatility is the substantial 18m x 6m separate building. Currently fitted out as a games and billiards room with a wood heater and 7kW reverse-cycle air conditioning, this outstanding space offers endless possibilities. Subject to council approval, it could easily become a second residence, self-contained accommodation, granny flat, home office, creative studio, gym or business headquarters.

For tradespeople, business owners or serious hobbyists, the industrial-grade shed/workshop is an exceptional asset. Featuring 3-phase power, multiple 3-phase outlets, a large mechanics pit, loading dock, expansive mezzanine level and full-height industrial sliding doors, the shed has been designed with functionality in mind. A separate electricity meter also creates the opportunity to operate a home-based business or lease the facility for additional income.

The property is exceptionally well equipped with a large three-bay carport providing ample clearance for caravans, boats and multiple vehicles. Two substantial dams, supplied by a natural watercourse, are interconnected by underground plumbing and pumps. Two 15,000 litre rainwater tanks in addition to an 80-metre-deep bore provides high-quality water via a HydroSmart filtration system, while underground power and secure fencing dividing the property into two paddocks make it ideally suited to horses, livestock or simply enjoying the privacy and space of country living.

Perfectly positioned just minutes from the thriving Strathfieldsaye township and only a short drive from Bendigo, Hollyhock offers the best of both worlds-peaceful rural living with convenient access to schools, shopping, cafes and essential services.

Properties of this calibre are rarely offered for sale. Combining timeless craftsmanship, outstanding lifestyle amenities, premium infrastructure and remarkable versatility, Hollyhock presents a truly unique opportunity to secure one of Strathfieldsaye's most distinctive lifestyle estates.

Listing description written by Mitch Kenny, Janelle Stevens Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

Property features

  • Living Areas: 2
  • Toilets: 2
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