Black River at a glance
1,645
People
$838,250
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
4.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Black River › Bowden Rd
$1,250,000
Last sold
30 May 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
20,000 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
$1,250,000
30 May 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Black River (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $101/m² of land (n=40). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Black River at a glance
1,645
People
$838,250
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
4.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Black River
+49.1%
Median sale
Suburb $838,250
-1.33 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.03%
Suburb median $838,250 from 12 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.
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 $650/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
UnknownArea
Black River at a glance
1,645
People
$838,250
Median sale
$650/wk
Median rent
4.03%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 12 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McDonough Property TownsvilleWelcome to an extraordinary lifestyle opportunity where modern family living meets equine excellence and rural charm - all just minutes from town. Situated on a picturesque 5-acre parcel with stunning Black River frontage, this exceptional property has been meticulously designed and maintained to cater to animal lovers, horse enthusiasts, breeders, or anyone dreaming of a private countryside escape without sacrificing convenience.
This immaculately presented 4-bedroom home is a haven of comfort and space. Thoughtfully laid out with three separate living zones, a dedicated study, and generous bedrooms - including a master with ensuite - it's perfectly suited for large families or multi-generational living. Freshly painted inside and out, the home also features split-system air conditioning throughout, a spacious open-plan kitchen with quality appliances, and a family dining area that seamlessly flows to the outdoor entertaining space.
Entertainment and relaxation are elevated with a fabulous inground pool featuring a waterfall, complemented by a fully air-conditioned pool house. With glass walls overlooking the pool and a fenced kids' play area, this is the ideal spot for year-round entertaining or unwinding on warm North Queensland days. The adjacent covered patio adds yet another space to relax with family and friends.
But it's the equine and animal facilities that truly set this property apart. Purpose-built to an exceptional standard, the infrastructure is ready for horse breeding, training, racing, or even small-scale livestock or pet breeding; Highlights include:
• 10 masonry block and steel horse stables (4m x 4m) with wide undercover day yards
• 11 day yards and 2 foaling sheds with adjoining yards
• A 50m lap pool/swimmer designed for horses or dogs, with easy entry and exit
• Sand roll yard, tack room, feed room, and machinery bay
• Holding pens and paddocks with direct river access - perfect for scenic trail rides
• Working bores and full irrigation for year-round green paddocks and landscaped surrounds
• Fully fenced property with electric remote-controlled gate and wide access for horse floats or trucks
For the animal lover, breeder, or equine professional - this is the ultimate setup. Every feature has been thoughtfully implemented to ensure the highest standard of care and functionality, offering a rare blend of lifestyle, luxury, and working potential.
Located just 5 minutes to Black River Pony Club, and under 30 minutes to Townsville CBD, James Cook University, Townsville Hospital, and Lavarack Barracks, this is acreage living with unbeatable access to schools, shopping, medical, and community services. You're also only minutes from North Shore Shopping Centre, Bunnings, and a variety of public and private school options.
This cherished home has been a passion project for the current owners who have invested heavily in making it the perfect animal-friendly lifestyle retreat. It's now time for the next lucky family to call 46 Bowden Road home. Don't miss your chance to secure this once-in-a-lifetime property.
Home Features:
• Immaculately presented 4-bedroom home
• Three separate living zones
• Dedicated study
• Generous bedrooms, including master with ensuite
• Freshly painted inside and out
• Split-system air conditioning throughout
• Spacious open-plan kitchen with quality appliances
• Family dining area flowing to outdoor entertaining space
• Fabulous inground pool with waterfall
• Fully air-conditioned pool house with glass walls overlooking the pool
• Fenced kids' play area
• Covered outdoor patio for entertaining
Equine & Animal Facilities:
• 10 masonry block and steel horse stables (4m x 4m) with wide undercover day yards
• 11-day yards and 2 foaling sheds with adjoining yards
• 50m lap pool/swimmer designed for horses or dogs, with easy entry and exit
• Sand roll yard
• Tack room, feed room, and machinery bay
• Holding pens and paddocks with direct river access
• Working bores and full irrigation for year-round green paddocks and landscaped surrounds
• Fully fenced property with electric remote-controlled gate
• Wide access for horse floats or trucks
• 5-acre parcel with Black River frontage
• Scenic trail rides with direct river access
The Location:
• Approx. 28-minute drive to The Strand
• Approx. 26-minute drive to Townsville Central Business District (CBD)
• Approx. 18-minute drive to James Cook University (JCU)
• Approx. 25-minute drive to Castle Hill Lookout
• Approx. 15-minute drive to Willows Shopping Centre
• Approx. 18-minute drive to Riverway Arts Centre and Riverway Lagoon
• Approx. 20-minute drive to Townsville Airport
McDonough Property Townsville has taken all reasonable care in preparing the information provided and believes it to be correct at the time of publication. However, no warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy, reliability, or completeness. McDonough Property Townsville accepts no liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies contained herein. Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to conduct their own investigations and obtain independent professional advice to verify the information before making any purchasing decisions.
Listing description written by Martin McDonough, McDonough Property Townsville — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
Nearby 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.