Lucas at a glance
4,661
People
$646,000
Median sale
$512/wk
Median rent
4.12%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 111 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Lucas › Whatman St
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
448 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
No recorded sale price for this property yet.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Lucas (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,371/m² of land (n=131). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lucas at a glance
4,661
People
$646,000
Median sale
$512/wk
Median rent
4.12%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 111 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
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 $512/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
Lucas at a glance
4,661
People
$646,000
Median sale
$512/wk
Median rent
4.12%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 111 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Barry Plant BallaratPositioned in a quiet and family-friendly pocket of Lucas, this beautifully crafted residence by highly regarded local builder Ardor Design Builders offers the perfect balance of quality, functionality, and modern family living. Thoughtfully designed with generous proportions throughout, the home delivers multiple living spaces, a dedicated study, and outstanding indoor-outdoor entertaining that will appeal to growing families and professionals alike.
Upon entering, you're welcomed by a sense of space and natural light, with a flexible floorplan designed to accommodate the demands of modern living. The spacious master suite provides a peaceful retreat, complete with a walk-in robe and private ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms are generously sized and serviced by a central family bathroom.
A standout feature of the home is the large dedicated study, complete with custom built-in joinery, creating the ideal workspace for those working from home, running a business, or requiring a separate study area for the family.
At the heart of the home lies an impressive open-plan kitchen, living and dining zone designed for effortless entertaining and everyday comfort. The stunning kitchen is sure to impress, showcasing a beautiful oversized waterfall stone island bench, quality appliances, abundant storage, a large walk-in pantry, separate dry cupboard, capacity for a plumbed refrigerator, and quality finishes throughout. Overlooking the main living area and outdoor entertaining space, it creates a central hub where family and friends can gather with ease.
Adding further flexibility, a second living area provides the perfect space for a theatre room, children's retreat, games room, or additional lounge, ensuring every member of the family has room to relax and unwind.
Step outside and discover a fantastic outdoor entertaining area that seamlessly extends the living space and provides the perfect setting for year-round gatherings, weekend barbecues, and family celebrations. The secure backyard offers plenty of space for children and pets to enjoy while maintaining a low-maintenance lifestyle. An irrigation system services the rear yard, helping keep the gardens looking their best year-round. Adding further practicality, the property also features additional shedding at the rear, providing valuable storage space for tools, equipment, recreational gear, or those who simply appreciate extra room for hobbies and projects.
Further features include quality fixtures and finishes throughout, excellent storage solutions, heating and cooling for year-round comfort, ceiling fans, double-glazed windows, a double lock-up garage with internal access, and an impressive 8.8kw solar power system designed to help reduce energy costs and improve the home's overall efficiency.
Conveniently located close to schools, childcare facilities, shopping centres, parklands, playgrounds, walking tracks and public transport, this exceptional home offers the lifestyle, space, and convenience that families are searching for in one of Ballarat's most popular communities.
For further information or to arrange your inspection, contact Chris Borgonha on 0425 722 110.
***Every precaution has been taken to establish the accuracy of the above information. However, prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own due diligence***
Listing description written by Chris Borgonha, Barry Plant Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.