Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Orbost › Wolseley St
$341,000
Last sold
16 May 2025
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
5
Car spaces
1,179 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
$341,000
16 May 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Orbost (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $423/m² of land (n=91). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Orbost
-5.3%
Median sale
Suburb $360,000
+0.27 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.69%
Suburb median $360,000 from 39 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
VICPlanning 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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $325/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. 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.
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
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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
Orbost at a glance
2,167
People
$360,000
Median sale
$325/wk
Median rent
4.69%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 39 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Orbost & District Real EstateLOW MAINTENANCE LITTLE HOUSE ON A LARGE BLOCK, DOWNSIZE WITH ROOM TO MOVE, OR DEVELOP INTO A DUAL INCOME ASSET (S.T.C.A.) THE OPTIONS ARE THERE...
This is the ideal property for anyone seeking to downsize without sacrificing space. Located at 48 Wolseley Street, this charming 2-bedroom home sits on a generous block with dual access and is just a short walk to local shops.
Property Features:
• Spacious 1,179 sq.m block
• Dual access from Wolseley Street and Lawson Street
• North/South block orientation
• Grid Connected Solar System (20 Panels and Inverter)
• Open plan living (kitchen, dining, lounge)
• 2 bedrooms, both with built-in robes
• Bathroom with large shower
• Separate toilet
• Expansive entertaining deck (approx. 12m x 5m)
• Carport with powered roller door (approx. 7.3m x 5.7m)
• Additional carport parking
• Shed with access from Wolseley Street
This well-maintained home offers a fantastic location along Wolseley Street. It's just a short distance from the Orbost CBD, yet enjoys a private, peaceful setting. The open-plan living area is spacious, with a large kitchen featuring plenty of workspace and gas cooking. The dining and lounge areas are well-connected and offer year-round comfort with both a gas log fire and a split system air conditioner.
Step outside to the massive undercover deck on the southern side of the house, complete with rural views, a brick fireplace, and a BBQ, making it perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a busy day.
The property includes ample undercover parking, with plenty of room for a caravan or boat, and a shed ideal for a workshop or extra storage. With an easy-care yard featuring established lawns and gardens, this home is perfect for a couple looking to downsize or a retiree wanting a bit of extra space.
Inspections:
Please contact our office or the lead agent directly to arrange a private inspection.
WHY INVEST IN ORBOST?
Escape the hustle and bustle and discover the serene beauty of Orbost, located in Far East Gippsland. This charming town offers a peaceful lifestyle with essential amenities including a hospital, P-12 College, cafes, shops, clubs, and pubs.
Orbost's prime location is another standout feature: just a 10-minute drive to Marlo, where the mighty Snowy River meets the ocean, offering stunning coastal views and some of Victoria's best fishing spots. For more action, Lakes Entrance is just a 35-minute drive away, offering a vibrant atmosphere with plenty of entertainment and activities.
Don't miss this unique real estate opportunity in Orbost-contact us today to secure your slice of paradise!
Inspections:
Arrange a suitable time with the agent.
For more details, visit: https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/housing/buying-and-selling-property
Listing description written by Luke Oakley, Orbost & District Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.