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SA › Marion › Finniss St

51 Finniss St, Marion SA 5043

House

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

600 m²

Land

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • FactLand 600 m²; no building size recorded.(Property record)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Marion (last 5 years) with land size: median $1,871/m² of land (n=42). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.

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

No recorded sale price for this property yet.

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Marion (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,871/m² of land (n=42). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Marion at a glance

4,153

People

$1,106,000

Median sale

$573/wk

Median rent

2.69%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Marion report →

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

i

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. Soldprice unknown6 July 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted17 June 2024
  3. Soldprice unknown21 Jan 2021
  4. Listedprice unknowncompleted6 Jan 2021

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

Capital growth

SA

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.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

Rental

Income, competition, and yield

What will it realistically rent for?

Confidence: low

No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $573/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. 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.

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. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

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

    Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.

  • 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

    Statutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.

  • Net yield / holding costs

    Unknown

    Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.

Area

Marion in one glance

Marion at a glance

4,153

People

$1,106,000

Median sale

$573/wk

Median rent

2.69%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Marion report →

Keep researching

  • Why Marion? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Marion →
  • Other records on Finniss St →

Listing material

Listed by Ray White Glenelg

Character & Charm on Finniss Street

A beautiful character home set on a generous 600sqm (approx.) allotment in the heart of Marion. Located in a desirable neighbourhood, this 3-bedroom property is tailor-made for those seeking comfort, convenience, and a touch of elegance.

As you approach the house, you're greeted by a tall fence ensuring privacy and security. The character facade sets it apart from the rest; picture yourself enjoying quiet mornings on the long front porch, sipping coffee and soaking in the serene surroundings. Step inside to discover polished timber floorboards that exude warmth and character, setting the tone for a cosy living experience.

The living room invites you to unwind by the fireplace, promising snug evenings during the colder months. The kitchen provides ample storage and bench space, a gas stovetop, and a dishwasher, making meal preparation a delight.

Read the full description

The three spacious bedrooms offer retreats of relaxation, with two boasting built-in robes for added convenience. The main bathroom services all bedrooms, featuring a combined shower and bathtub, perfect for unwinding after a long day.

Outside, the expansive rear yard beckons with its lush grass area, ideal for children to play safely outdoors, with ample room to create an outdoor entertaining area to host guests and have family meals outdoors. Retain the gorgeous character of this circa 1890 built home and add a modern space for the family to enjoy at the rear (STCC)

Convenience is key with a single carport for covered parking, complemented by a fully enclosed garage for added secure parking and storage. Other features we love about the property include ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, attic space with a ladder, and multiple fireplaces.

Location-wise, this property hits the jackpot. Westfield Marion is a mere 3-minute drive away, offering an array of shopping and entertainment options. Flinders University and Medical Centre are within easy reach, ensuring hassle-free access to education and healthcare facilities. Sports enthusiasts will rejoice with Marion Oval in close proximity, offering soccer pitches, a football oval, tennis courts, and a basketball stadium. Jetty Road Brighton beckons with its array of cafes, restaurants, and specialty shops, along with the inviting shores of Brighton Beach for seaside escapades.

For those commuting to the CBD, the nearby railway line provides swift and convenient access. Quality schooling options are near, with Westminster School and Sacred Heart College just around the corner.

What we love:

• Tall fence for privacy and security

• Character facade

• Generous 600sqm (approx.) allotment

• Ample space to renovate (STCC)

• Long front porch for relaxation outdoors

• Polished timber floorboards throughout

• Cosy living room with fireplace

• Kitchen with ample storage and bench space

• Three bedrooms, two with built-in robes

• Main bathroom with combined shower and bathtub

• Expansive rear yard with large grass area

• Single carport

• Fully enclosed garage for additional secure parking/storage

• Proximity to Westfield Marion, Flinders University, and Medical Centre

• Nearby Marion Oval with sports facilities

• Easy access to Jetty Road Brighton and Brighton Beach

• Convenient railway line for CBD commute

• Quality schooling options including Westminster School and Sacred Heart College

Specifications:

Title: Torrens

Year built: 1890

Council Rates: $1,720.28 per annum

ESL: $313.10 per annum

Heating & Cooling: Ducted reverse cycle air conditioning

Hot water: Gas

Water rates: $74.20 per quarter

Sewer rates: $99.78 per quarter

Auction: Saturday, 6th July 2024 at 1.30pm

Any offers submitted prior to the auction will still be under auction conditions. It is the purchaser's responsibility to seek their own legal advice and a Form 3 Cooling-Off Waiver.

PLEASE NOTE: This property is being auctioned with no price in line with current real estate legislation. Should you be interested, we can provide you with a printout of recent local sales to help you in your value research.

The vendor's statement may be inspected at 411 Brighton Road, Brighton, SA 5045 for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction; and at the auction for 30 minutes before it commences.

Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions.

Listing description written by Samuel Paton, Ray White Glenelg — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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