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5 Hodge St, East Maitland NSW 2323

House

$900,000

Last sold

3 Oct 2025

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

848 m²

Land

134 m²

Building

Districts ViewPrice evidencePlanningSite constraintsHistoryListing

Districts View

What should you know about this lot before spending serious money?

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $900,000 (3 Oct 2025).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 848 m² against a 134 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in East Maitland (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,308/m² of land (n=138). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • InterpretationA large lot with a small dwelling means the value case rests on the land and what the zone allows on it, not the house.

What could make it worth less?

No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.

What should you verify next?

  1. 1Official planning layers are still retrieving for this parcel — check back before relying on zoning or overlay absence.
  2. 2No hazard layer has been retrieved — confirm flood, bushfire and heritage exposure from council mapping before an offer.

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

What this lot has actually traded at

Last sold

$900,000

3 Oct 2025 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in East Maitland (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,308/m² of land (n=138). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

East Maitland at a glance

12,227

People

$850,000

Median sale

$566/wk

Median rent

3.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 121 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full East Maitland report →

Vs East Maitland

+5.9%

Median sale

Suburb $850,000

-0.19 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.46%

Suburb median $850,000 from 121 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

Planning

Planning and development

Planning data is being calculated

Development activity

Data unavailable

Source

  • Provider: unavailable
  • Dataset: unavailable
  • Retrieved: not yet retrieved
  • Version: planning-v1

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

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, bushfire and heritage

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Flood

Not retrieved

Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Bushfire

Not retrieved

Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Heritage

Not retrieved

Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.

Records

Property history

  1. Sold$900,0003 Oct 2025
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted15 Sept 2025

Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.

Capital growth

NSW

Why this lot, not just this suburb

Why could this property outperform?

Planning 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.

What could kill that thesis?

Confidence: low

Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $566/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.

What competition will it face?

Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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.

What does the yield actually look like?

Confidence: low

Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Verdict

What this means for this property

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.”

Read more

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

What is known for this property

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

    Unknown

    Planning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.

  • Nearby development pipeline

    Unknown

    NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Honest achievable rent

    Knownlow

    This 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

    Unknown

    Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.

  • Why is this cheap?

    Unknown

    The constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.

  • Lot-level flood

    Unknown

    Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”

  • Catalyst exposure

    Unknown

    Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.

  • This lot's DA history

    Unknown

    Development applications have not been queried for this parcel.

  • Statutory land value versus ask

    Unknown

    NSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.

Area

East Maitland in one glance

East Maitland at a glance

12,227

People

$850,000

Median sale

$566/wk

Median rent

3.46%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 121 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full East Maitland report →

Keep researching

  • Why East Maitland? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in East Maitland →
  • Other records on Hodge St →

Listing material

Listed by Thompson & Clarke Real Estate

Classic Charm Meets Modern Comfort at 5 Hodge Street, East Maitland

Step into timeless character and everyday convenience at 5 Hodge Street – a beautifully presented period home that strikes the perfect balance between traditional charm and contemporary updates. With spacious interiors, elegant original features, and a welcoming warmth throughout, this property is ideal for families, professionals, or downsizers seeking style and comfort in one of Maitland's most sought-after locations.

Perfectly positioned in the heart of East Maitland, the home provides effortless access to local schools, Stockland Green Hills, both Maitland Public and Private Hospitals, and an array of cafes and shops, not to mention this property is walking distance to the East Maitland Pool. Commuters will also appreciate the easy connection to Newcastle CBD (30 minutes) and the Hunter Valley via the nearby Hunter Expressway.

From the moment you arrive, the home's character shines through. A charming façade framed by established gardens leads you to a welcoming front porch, setting the scene for what lies within. Inside, polished timber floors, soaring ceilings, and ornate cornices create a sense of grandeur and history, complemented by tasteful modern updates that ensure comfort and practicality.

Read the full description

The spacious open-plan living and dining area serves as the heart of the home, filled with natural light and thoughtfully designed for everyday living. High ceilings and soft LED lighting enhance the airy feel, while glass doors connect seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining space – perfect for year-round relaxation and family gatherings.

The kitchen is both stylish and functional, boasting shaker-style cabinetry, sleek stone benchtops, and quality appliances. A standout feature is the impressive gas cooktop and oven, making meal preparation a pleasure for home cooks and entertainers alike. With generous storage and a practical layout, this kitchen blends everyday functionality with timeless style.

Accommodation includes three well-proportioned bedrooms, each featuring built-in storage and ceiling fans. The master suite provides a peaceful retreat, while the additional bedrooms are light-filled and versatile. A dedicated study/home office adds extra flexibility for working from home or managing family life.

Outdoors, the covered alfresco area is designed for entertaining, offering a private and inviting setting for barbecues or quiet evenings with friends. Established gardens surround the home, creating a sense of tranquility while still being easy to maintain.

Practicality has not been overlooked, with secure garaging, side access, and ample storage solutions both inside and out. Comfort is assured with multiple split-system air conditioners and ceiling fans throughout.

5 Hodge Street is more than a home – it's a lifestyle. Combining old-world character with modern convenience, and set in a central East Maitland location, it's an opportunity not to be missed.

Contact Connor today on 0401 463 199 to arrange your private inspection and experience the charm and comfort of this remarkable property.

Disclaimer:

Information contained on any marketing material, website or other portal should not be relied upon and you should make your own enquiries and seek your own independent advice with respect to any property advertised or the information about the property.

Listing description written by Reece Thompson, Thompson & Clarke Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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