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54 Dawkins Ave, Willaston SA 5118

House

$600,000

Last sold

26 June 2024

3

Bedrooms

1

Bathrooms

2

Car spaces

942 m²

Land

129 m²

Building

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Districts View

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

Why this property?

  • FactLast recorded sale $600,000 (26 June 2024).(Recorded sale)
  • CalculationLand 942 m² against a 129 m² dwelling — the land is most of what is being bought.(Districts calculation)
  • CalculationRecorded House sales in Willaston (last 5 years) with land size: median $920/m² of land (n=93). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.(Districts recorded sales)

What could make it worth more?

  • InterpretationA large lot with a small dwelling means the value case rests on the land and what the zone allows on it, not the house.

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

$600,000

26 June 2024 · derived via latest_sale

Local land rate: recorded House sales in Willaston (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $920/m² of land (n=93). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.

Willaston at a glance

3,788

People

$730,000

Median sale

$551/wk

Median rent

3.92%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Willaston report →

Vs Willaston

-17.8%

Median sale

Suburb $730,000

+0.86 pp

Gross yield

Suburb 3.92%

Suburb median $730,000 from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.

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. Sold$600,00026 June 2024
  2. Listedprice unknowncompleted11 June 2024

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 $551/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

Willaston in one glance

Willaston at a glance

3,788

People

$730,000

Median sale

$551/wk

Median rent

3.92%

Suburb gross yield

Median sale from 31 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.

See the full Willaston report →

Keep researching

  • Why Willaston? Read the area thesis →
  • What else is on the market in Willaston →
  • Other records on Dawkins Ave →

Listing material

Listed by Ray White Gawler East

EXPERIENCE THE TIMELESS CHARM

Ross Whiston and Sallyann Vivian of Ray White Gawler East are pleased to present 54 Dawkins Avenue, Willaston.

Discover a rare opportunity to own a piece of timeless charm with this untouched, neat, and tidy home. Beautifully maintained since its construction in the 1980s and nestled on a generous 942m² block, this property offers ample space and potential for customisation to suit your lifestyle needs.

Stepping inside, you are welcomed by generous living areas designed to optimise space and natural light. The open floor plan fosters a warm and inviting atmosphere, ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining guests. The functional kitchen is thoughtfully designed, featuring ample cabinetry and the original appliances that are still in good condition and working order, ensuring that meal preparation is both efficient and enjoyable.

Read the full description

The home boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering a comfortable retreat for relaxation and privacy. The two-way bathroom is a standout feature, designed with a separate double vanity and toilet to enhance convenience and functionality, particularly for busy mornings.

Outdoor living is a highlight of this property. The expansive 942 sqm (approx.) allotment provides a multitude of opportunities for recreation and future enhancements. The backyard is perfect for children to play, for hosting gatherings, or for gardening enthusiasts to cultivate their space. Additionally, the property includes a large shed equipped with power, offering versatile storage or workshop options, catering to various needs and hobbies.

Practicality is further enhanced by the single roller door carport, providing secure parking for your vehicle, and the added advantage of side access. This feature not only increases the convenience for parking additional vehicles but also provides easy access to the backyard and the large powered shed.

This property is a rare find, offering a blend of vintage charm and modern potential.

Additionally:

Year Built - 1987 (approx.)

Wall Construction - Brick

Land Size - 942sqm (approx.)

Floor Area - 129m2 (approx.)

Frontage - 21.3m (approx.)

Estimated Rental Return - $550.00-$590.00 per week

Solar System - 3kw

Air conditioning - Ducted Reverse Cycle

Zoning - GN General Neighbourhood

Local Council - Town of Gawler

Council Rates - $550 p/q (approx.)

Water Rates (excluding Usage) - $154.00 p/q (approx.)

Es Levy - $114.00 p/a (approx.)

Easement(s) - No

Encumbrance(s) - No

Sewerage - Mains

Living at 54 Dawkins Road means enjoying the peaceful ambiance of Willaston while benefiting from its proximity to essential amenities. Local shops, schools, parks, and public transport options are conveniently close, simplifying daily errands and commutes. The area also offers a range of recreational facilities and parks, perfect for weekend activities and outdoor adventures, making it a great location for an active lifestyle. To register your interest or to organise a private viewing, Please contact Ross Whiston on 0418 643 770 or Sallyann Vivian on 0419 849 168.

Want to find out where your property sits within the market? Have one of our multi-award-winning agents come out and provide you with a market update on your home or investment!

Disclaimer: Every care has been taken to verify the correctness of all details used in this advertisement. However, no warranty or representative is given or made as to the correctness of information supplied and neither the owners nor their agent can accept responsibility for error or omissions.

Ray White Gawler East

RLA 327 615

Listing description written by Ross Whiston, Ray White Gawler East — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.

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