Newnham at a glance
7,263
People
$631,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › Newnham › Rothesay Cl
$540,000
Last sold
27 May 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
663 m²
Land
146 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
$540,000
27 May 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Newnham (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $826/m² of land (n=96). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Newnham at a glance
7,263
People
$631,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Newnham
-14.4%
Median sale
Suburb $631,000
+0.62 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.69%
Suburb median $631,000 from 45 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
TASPlanning 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 for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $448/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 for this property. 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 for this property.
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
Newnham at a glance
7,263
People
$631,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Sims for PropertyTucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, down an internal driveway, 43 Rothesay Close in Newnham presents a solid brick home ideal for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle with convenience close at hand. This freshly painted residence enjoys a light-filled interior and a practical layout, making it an excellent choice for families, first-home buyers or investors alike.
Inside, the home features three well-proportioned bedrooms. The master includes built-in robes and a private ensuite, while the additional two bedrooms also include built-in storage. The main bathroom offers both a separate shower and bath. The central kitchen is equipped with quality appliances, excellent storage and generous bench space, ideal for everyday use or entertaining. Adjoining the kitchen is the dining area, which connects to two separate living spaces, offering flexibility for families or those who enjoy entertaining. The home is kept comfortable year-round with the inclusion of a reverse cycle air conditioning system, as well as a wood heater creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere. A separate laundry with direct access to the backyard adds further practicality to the home.
Outdoors, the fully fenced rear yard is secure and child- and pet-friendly, with a paved area ideal for outdoor entertaining, a raised veggie bed for gardening enthusiasts, and a garden shed for additional storage. A single garage provides secure parking or could be used as extra shed space, while an adjoining carport and additional off-street parking options complete the package.
Conveniently located just moments from the Maritime College, TAFE, local schools, shops and public transport, the property is only a five-minute drive to Mowbray Shopping Centre and just 10-15 minutes from Launceston's CBD. Offering a solid foundation in a quiet and convenient location, this home is a fantastic opportunity to secure a low-maintenance lifestyle with room to grow.
Rental assessment $500 - $510 per week.
- Solid brick home positioned in a quiet cul-de-sac;
- Freshly painted interior with excellent natural sunlight;
- Three bedrooms plus two bathrooms;
- Functional kitchen with good storage;
- Single garage/shed plus carport.
Year Built: 1994
House Size: 146sqm
Land Size: 663sqm
Council Rates: $1,783pa approx
Water Rates: $1,000pa apprx
Municipality: Launceston City Council
School Catchments: East Tamar Primary School
Zoning: General Residential
Sims for Property has no reason to doubt the accuracy of the information in this document which has been sourced from means which are considered reliable, however we cannot guarantee accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Listing description written by Richard Sims, Sims for Property — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.