North Ward at a glance
5,297
People
$1,275,000
Median sale
$535/wk
Median rent
2.18%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › North Ward › Cook St
$1,360,000
Last sold
24 Oct 2025
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
588 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
$1,360,000
24 Oct 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in North Ward (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,423/m² of land (n=37). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
North Ward at a glance
5,297
People
$1,275,000
Median sale
$535/wk
Median rent
2.18%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs North Ward
+6.7%
Median sale
Suburb $1,275,000
-0.13 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.18%
Suburb median $1,275,000 from 25 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.
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 $535/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.
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. 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
North Ward at a glance
5,297
People
$1,275,000
Median sale
$535/wk
Median rent
2.18%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 25 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McDonough Property TownsvilleNestled at the rear of a private 588m² battle-axe block, 51A Cook Street, North Ward delivers the ultimate in privacy, lifestyle, and modern living, just seconds from the iconic Townsville Strand. This stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with double car accommodation has been thoughtfully designed to combine family comfort with resort-style features that make everyday living feel like a holiday.
From the moment you step inside, the sense of space and light is undeniable. The home offers two generous living areas-a quiet retreat at the front of the property, and the main lounge room seamlessly connected to the open plan kitchen and dining zone. This central hub is the heart of the home, designed for entertaining and everyday living, with direct sightlines to the pool and backyard so you can keep an eye on family activity while enjoying a meal or hosting guests.
The kitchen is a true standout, featuring Essa stone benchtops, laminated push-close cabinetry, and high-end Blanco appliances, including a 9-burner gas cooktop with electric oven. Stylish yet practical, it's a space that will inspire every home cook.
Accommodation is equally impressive, with four well-sized bedrooms. The master suite boasts an ensuite complete with double sinks, while the main bathroom is perfectly designed for family living with a separate shower, bath, and generous bench space. Upstairs, the plush carpet and double-glazed windows ensure comfort and quiet, while the hardwood timber staircase and ceramic tiling downstairs add timeless style and durability.
Step outside and you'll discover your own private retreat. A large undercover patio flows onto the backyard and sparkling Narellan Symphony 8 pool in Grey Quartz, finished with travertine pavers, sleek glass fencing, and an advanced Ozone filtration system for lower-chlorine, low-maintenance swimming. With full irrigation to the backyard, driveway, and entry garden beds, the landscaping is as effortless as it is beautiful.
Additional features include air-conditioning throughout, crimsafe doors and windows downstairs for peace of mind, roller blinds to all rooms, and a separate internal laundry with excellent storage and easy access to the backyard.
With its blend of modern finishes, thoughtful design, and resort-style features, this home is ideal for families, professionals, or anyone seeking the coveted North Ward lifestyle. Just minutes from The Strand, local cafés, schools, and Townsville's CBD, this is an opportunity to secure a property that truly ticks every box.
If you've been searching for a home that combines privacy, luxury, and location, 51A Cook Street is a must to inspect.
Council Rates: Approx $3,200 Twice a year
Features:
• 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 car accommodation
• Located on a 588m² battle-axe block for privacy
• Two living areas - separate front lounge + main open-plan living/dining off the kitchen
• Resort-style inground pool (Narellan Symphony 8 in Grey Quartz) with travertine pavers, glass fencing, and Ozone filtration system
• Open plan kitchen with Essa stone benchtops, Blanco 9-burner gas cooktop + electric oven, and push-close cabinetry
• Outdoor undercover patio overlooking pool and backyard
• Air-conditioned throughout
• Roller blinds to all rooms
• Main bathroom with separate shower and bath + ample bench space
• Ensuite with double sinks
• Flooring: Ceramic tiles downstairs and bathrooms, hardwood timber stairs, carpet to bedrooms
• Windows & doors: Double-glazed windows, Crimsafe doors and windows downstairs
• Irrigation system servicing backyard, entry, and driveway garden beds
• Separate internal laundry with backyard access and plenty of storage
McDonough Property Townsville has taken all reasonable care in preparing the information provided and believes it to be correct at the time of publication. However, no warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy, reliability, or completeness. McDonough Property Townsville accepts no liability for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies contained herein. Prospective purchasers are strongly advised to conduct their own investigations and obtain independent professional advice to verify the information before making any purchasing decisions.
Listing description written by Martin McDonough, McDonough Property Townsville — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.