East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › East Ipswich › Torch St
$1,300,000
For sale
Asking
$799,000
Last sold
30 Apr 2025
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
6
Car spaces
759 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
Asking
$1,300,000
Asking · $1,713/m² of land
Last recorded sale $799,000 (30 Apr 2025).
Local land rate: recorded House sales in East Ipswich (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $780/m² of land (n=154). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs East Ipswich
+74.5%
Median sale
Suburb $745,000
-1.50 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.51%
Suburb median $745,000 from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
$64,438 on top of the price (5.0% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: Queensland schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Pre-filled with East Ipswich's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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 $503/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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 2.0%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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
East Ipswich at a glance
2,483
People
$745,000
Median sale
$503/wk
Median rent
3.51%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 34 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Walkers Real Estate IpswichPerfectly blending the elegance of a classic Colonial Queenslander with the comforts of modern living, this beautifully restored residence at 5 Torch Street, East Ipswich offers timeless character, generous proportions, and exceptional lifestyle appeal.
Inside, soaring ceilings, gleaming original hoop pine timber floors, and an abundance of natural light create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The home features three generously sized bedrooms, a dedicated home office, a comfortable lounge with a cosy wood heater, and a light-filled dining room enhanced by beautiful stained glass windows.
At the heart of the home is the spacious country-style kitchen, complete with ample storage, a stunning oak kitchen hutch, and seamless access to a delightful side verandah—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or entertaining family and friends.
Both bathrooms have been tastefully renovated. The luxurious main bathroom features a classic clawfoot bath and a separate shower, creating the perfect space to relax and unwind. The main bedroom also enjoys the convenience of a private ensuite and a generous built-in wardrobe. A spacious laundry with an additional toilet adds further practicality.
Downstairs offers exceptional versatility, featuring a 2 car lock-up garage, generous workshop, extensive storage space, and a separate toilet. In addition to the garage, the secure, fully fenced yard provides ample off-street parking with room for up to six additional vehicles, making it ideal for families with multiple cars, tradies, or those needing space for a boat, caravan, trailer, or camper. Outdoors, a large concrete entertaining area with a covered patio and fire pit provides the ideal setting for year-round gatherings with family and friends.
Adding even more appeal is the charming rustic "She Shed", complete with its own verandah. Whether you're dreaming of a creative studio, peaceful retreat, home office, or a fun rumpus room for the kids, this versatile space offers endless possibilities.
Ideally positioned just minutes from Ipswich Girls' Grammar School, Ipswich Grammar School, East Ipswich Train Station, Ipswich CBD, cafés, parks, and a selection of quality public and private schools, this outstanding home delivers the perfect balance of convenience and lifestyle.
A rare opportunity to secure a beautifully restored character home in one of East Ipswich's most sought-after locations. Offering timeless elegance, exceptional versatility, and modern comfort, this remarkable residence is ready for its next family to simply move in and enjoy.
Rates: Approx $630 per quarterly Water: Approx $374 per quarterly
$1,300,000
For further information or to arrange your inspection, contact June Frank on 0423 426 942.
Property Code: 1868
Listing description written by June Frank, Walkers Real Estate Ipswich — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.