Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
SA › Encounter Bay › Franklin Pde
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
385 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Encounter Bay (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,156/m² of land (n=122). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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 $545/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
Encounter Bay at a glance
5,480
People
$810,000
Median sale
$545/wk
Median rent
3.50%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 11 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Harris South CoastSet along the iconic Franklin Parade esplanade, this exceptional Torrens Title townhouse (circa 2011) delivers a true "lock-up and leave" coastal lifestyle in the heart of Encounter Bay.
Spanning three impressive levels, the home offers under croft garaging for two vehicles with additional storage for surfboards, kayaks and bikes, plus the convenience of lift access to all floors.
The ground level welcomes you with a spacious second living area, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame stunning sea and island views. A professionally installed sprung parquetry dance floor, suitable for dance lessons or yoga classes adds warmth and sophistication. Three generously sized bedrooms with built-in robes are also located on this level, alongside a beautifully appointed main bathroom, powder room, and a cleverly designed New York-style laundry. An undercover courtyard provides secure storage and additional outdoor space.
Upstairs, the home truly shines. The light-filled open plan living, dining and kitchen area captures breathtaking panoramic views stretching from Granite Island to The Bluff. The designer kitchen features a marble island bench, integrated Liebherr refrigeration, and premium Miele appliances.
The living space flows seamlessly to the front balcony-perfect for sunrise coffees and evening sunsets-while a central all-weather courtyard offers a private alfresco retreat. The luxurious master suite enjoys direct courtyard access and features a stunning ensuite with double vanity and double rain shower. A separate powder room services guests.
Additional features include ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, gas fireplace, security system and NBN connectivity. Recently repainted externally, the home is beautifully presented and low maintenance, with a small rear lawn ideal for pets or children.
Positioned just moments from local favourites including Yilki General Store, Beach House Café and Whalers Seaside Dining, and with easy access to Petrel Cove, the Heysen Trail and Victor Harbor township, this is a rare opportunity to secure premium waterfront living.
A lifestyle of ease, luxury and breathtaking coastal beauty awaits.
Specifications:
CT / 6090/15
Council / Victor Harbor
Zoning / WN
Built / 2011
Land / 385m2 (approx)
Frontage / 9.69m
Council Rates / $6,356.00pa
Emergency Services Levy / $249.80pa
SA Water / $555.40pq
Estimated rental assessment / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools /Victor Harbor P.S, Victor Harbor 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 | 337539
Listing description written by Mark Forde, Harris South Coast — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.