Forestville at a glance
1,578
People
$1,738,850
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
1.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Forestville › Leah St
$1,330,000
Last sold
2 Sept 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
598 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
Last sold
$1,330,000
2 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Forestville (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $2,571/m² of land (n=25). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Forestville at a glance
1,578
People
$1,738,850
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
1.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Forestville
-23.5%
Median sale
Suburb $1,738,850
+0.50 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 1.63%
Suburb median $1,738,850 from 8 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 $546/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
Forestville at a glance
1,578
People
$1,738,850
Median sale
$546/wk
Median rent
1.63%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by OCOffers Close Tue, 2nd Sep - 12pm (usp)
This gorgeous 1925 built bungalow possesses great street appeal with a proud stance. It's sandstone front with a unique design is characterised by a return Verandah bringing all the desired heritage elements along with fresh upgrades in this highly regarded location.
Entry to the side starts with leadlight and delivers character in bounds with lofty, ornate and decorative ceilings, original timberwork, ornate fireplaces and wide polished timber boards. Big windows and well-proportioned rooms throughout allow light filled and spacious living. A great floorplan functions well and provides for easy future additions if required, subject to all the usual consents.
The cosy lounge to the front enjoys views over an established garden and 3 spacious bedrooms provide enough space for added furniture, desks and hobbies. A gas fire to one and a combustion heater to the large master suite add to the warmth. The luxe ensuite to the master features a huge shower alcove and equally impressive is the main bathroom, both are fully renovated with a dash of flair and have underfloor heating for a touch of luxury.
An eat-in style kitchen is part of recent upgrades, perfectly suited for busy daily life and easy entertaining. Smeg appliances with a gas cooktop, an integrated dishwasher, excellent storage and stone tops are all very simple, stylish and practical. Bifold doors are a great feature and foldback at a servery to connect inside to extended gatherings where a large covered pergola along with the kitchen benefit from a lush garden outlook with great privacy. This has a lovely oasis vibe and is a great space to potter and enjoy family living.
A single garage has extra length for a workshop or storage with an added garden shed for the clutter. There is plenty of off street parking for additional cars or storage of family toys. Comfortable surrounds are assured with ducted gas heating, split system air conditioning, ceiling fans and 5kw solar to keep the power bills at bay.
This is a great property to provide for family living where future additions can extend living space but would serve you well as a home for a smaller family or a downsize option.
The location is highly desirable with all conveniences withing easy reach. A little over 2km to enter the CBD and all the action you could want with the Adelaide Farmers Market around the corner at the Showgrounds. The tram and train are a moment away along with cosmopolitan shops and eateries.
Your recreation needs are taken care of with nearby Goodwood Oval, Unley swimming centre and walking & cycle trails close by. Zoned for Adelaide & Adelaide Botanic High Schools.
The lifestyle and convenience provided with City Fringe living are a huge drawcard making this a very attractive offering.
Certificate of Title - 5187/156
Council - Unley
Zoning - Established Neighbourhood
Year Built - 1925
Land Size - 598sqm (approx)
Total Build area - 219sqm (approx)
Council Rates - $2,357.60pa (approx)
SA Water Rates - $285.11pq (approx)
Emergency Services Levy - $235.35pa (approx)
All information or material provided has been obtained from third party sources and, as such, we cannot guarantee that the information or material is accurate. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any errors or omissions (including, but not limited to, a property's floor plans and land size, building condition or age). Interested potential purchasers should make their own enquiries and obtain their own professional advice. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd partners with third party providers including Realestate.com.au (REA) and Before You Buy Australia Pty Ltd (BYB). If you elect to use the BYB website and service, you are dealing directly with BYB. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd does not receive any financial benefit from BYB in respect of the service provided. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any errors or omissions in respect of the service provided by BYB. Interested potential purchasers should make their own enquiries as they see fit.
RLA 275403
Listing description written by Andrew Hodge, OC — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.