Railway Estate at a glance
3,034
People
$650,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
4.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 52 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Railway Estate › Seventh St
$615,000
Last sold
10 June 2025
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
3
Car spaces
607 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
$615,000
10 June 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Railway Estate (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $939/m² of land (n=97). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Railway Estate at a glance
3,034
People
$650,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
4.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 52 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Railway Estate
-5.4%
Median sale
Suburb $650,000
+0.22 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.02%
Suburb median $650,000 from 52 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 $502/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
Railway Estate at a glance
3,034
People
$650,000
Median sale
$502/wk
Median rent
4.02%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 52 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White TownsvilleWelcome to 55 Seventh Street, Railway Estate, a beautifully unique high-set home offering charm, character, and near-city convenience. Perfect for young families or those seeking a private retreat, this home provides a secure and peaceful atmosphere.
Step inside to warm timber flooring leading to four spacious bedrooms, each featuring traditional casement windows inviting natural light and breezes. The master bedroom and living area boast striking multi-level ceilings, a unique architectural feature that adds openness and dimension-originally part of the home's front deck before being enclosed to create additional space.
The kitchen is a true highlight. It features original stained-glass windows that cast beautiful, colourful light into the space, creating a warm and inviting ambience. Equipped with a dishwasher for convenience, the kitchen seamlessly connects to the rear deck, making it ideal for entertaining while overlooking the lush backyard.
A standout feature of this home is the versatile fourth bedroom, which offers a unique direct connection to the back deck-perfect for a private retreat, guest space, or creative studio. This room also features a custom ceiling fan nook, adding an extra touch of charm.
Step outside to a tranquil backyard sanctuary surrounded by established trees and lush greenery that provide both shade and privacy. The property features an automated irrigation system on five circuits, ensuring easy watering for the front, back, and side gardens.
For those who love to cook, the garden is home to fruit-bearing trees, including avocado, lemon, mango, and key lime-perfect for fresh, homegrown ingredients straight from your backyard!
The backyard also features a covered entertaining area, ideal for relaxing, hosting BBQs, or gathering with friends and family.
The lower level of the home offers ample storage and functional spaces, including a dedicated laundry area with built-in side tables for convenience. There's also a workshop space, making it the perfect spot for hobbyists or DIY enthusiasts.
Parking is plentiful, with space for up to three cars under the house. Additionally, a side gate provides extra access, perfect for storing a boat, trailer, or additional vehicle.
Located in Railway Estate, this home offers the nearby school catchment zones of Railway Estate State School and Townsville State High School. It offers easy access to local shops and is just minutes from Townsville's city centre and The Strand. Enjoy the best of both worlds-a peaceful, character-filled home with the convenience of inner-city living.
Property Features
• Approx. $550.00-$580.00 per week
• Approx. Half-yearly rates $2,121.88
• Unique high-set home with character and charm (non-legal height)
• Four spacious bedrooms, all with traditional casement windows
• Master bedroom & living area with striking multi-level ceilings
• Timber flooring throughout
• Back bedroom with direct access to the back deck
• Kitchen with original stained-glass windows & a dishwasher
• Large bathroom with plenty of space
• Rear deck overlooking the backyard
• Lush private backyard with established trees & greenery
• Automated irrigation system covering front, back & sides
• Fruit trees including avocado, lemon, mango & key lime
• Covered outdoor area for BBQs & relaxing
• Under-house storage & workshop space for tools or projects
• Laundry area with built-in side tables for convenience
• Parking for up to three cars under the house
• Side gate access for a boat, trailer, or extra vehicle
• Prime location - minutes from Townsville's city centre & The Strand
• Within catchment school catchment zones for Railway Estate State School and Townsville State High School
Listing description written by Lisa Turner, Ray White Townsville — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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