Newnham at a glance
7,263
People
$625,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 47 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
TAS › Newnham › Josephine Pl
$600,000
Last sold
7 Mar 2025
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
731 m²
Land
170 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
$600,000
7 Mar 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Newnham (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $825/m² of land (n=96). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Newnham at a glance
7,263
People
$625,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 47 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Newnham
-4.0%
Median sale
Suburb $625,000
+0.15 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.73%
Suburb median $625,000 from 47 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
$625,000
Median sale
$448/wk
Median rent
3.73%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 47 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Thomas & Associates TasmaniaTucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac, 5 Josephine Place, Newnham, is a home that feels both private and welcoming. Set on a generous 731 m² block, this beautifully kept 1990s brick residence has a presence that stands out-not just for its classic façade, but for the careful attention to detail in its landscaped gardens and a sweeping drive-through driveway that adds both function and charm.
Step inside, and you'll find a living space designed for comfort in all seasons. Sunlight spills into the room, bringing warmth to the open-plan layout, while a wood heater and two reverse-cycle heat pumps ensure year-round cosiness. It's a space that invites you to settle in-whether that means curling up by the fire or enjoying a quiet morning with a cup of tea.
The home's three bedrooms are positioned for privacy, each with built-in storage, while the master suite enjoys its own ensuite. The family bathroom, complete with a separate shower and bath, is paired with an independent toilet to make daily routines effortless.
The kitchen and dining areas flow seamlessly to the backyard- a space that's more than just a yard, but an extension of the home's liveability. Level and secure, it's a haven for both relaxation and play, framed by mature native plants and a direct gate to Mount Stewart Reserve. With a playground just beyond the fence, younger family members can enjoy the outdoors within view, adding a unique element of convenience.
Practicality hasn't been overlooked, either. A single-car garage at the front, a substantial 9x3m shed at the rear, and a powerful 7.6kW solar system mean this home is designed with both storage and sustainability in mind.
This property has been appraised for a rental return of approx. $600 p/w.
If you're looking for a home that blends warmth, space, and an unbeatable location, 5 Josephine Place is well worth a closer look. Contact Damien to arrange your inspection.
Listing description written by Damien Springer, Thomas & Associates Tasmania — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.