Katoomba at a glance
8,487
People
$915,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.06%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 95 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Katoomba › Merriwa St
$1,695,000–$1,795,000
For sale
Asking range
6
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
6
Car spaces
1,675 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
Asking
$1,695,000–$1,795,000
Asking range · $1,012/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Katoomba at a glance
8,487
People
$915,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.06%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 95 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Katoomba
+85.2%
Median sale
Suburb $915,000
-1.41 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.06%
Suburb median $915,000 from 95 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$79,104 on top of the price (4.7% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: New South Wales schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
Pre-filled with Katoomba's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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
NSWPlanning 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.” NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $539/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. NSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet. 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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 1.7%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. NSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
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
UnknownNSW has a statewide DA API. Nearby (100–800 m) applications are not loaded for this property yet.
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
UnknownNSW Valuer General land values are not loaded for this property yet.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNSW net yield needs land tax and VG inputs that are not loaded. Gross yield from listings is not net yield.
Area
Katoomba at a glance
8,487
People
$915,000
Median sale
$539/wk
Median rent
3.06%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 95 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Purcell Property Blue MountainsLeura Falls is a timeless mountain home tucked away in a peaceful pocket of South Katoomba, blending the charm and craftsmanship of a bygone era with the comfort and style of modern living. Offering six bedrooms and six bathrooms across two fully equipped residences, it provides exceptional versatility for families, entertainers, or multigenerational living, while also presenting income potential as it currently operates as a popular Airbnb. From its beautifully renovated interiors to its tranquil garden surrounds, this expansive property is a true Blue Mountains retreat.
Inside, the home features a variety of inviting and functional spaces. The main residence includes a sunny, luxurious lounge room complete with a grand open wood fireplace-perfect for gathering on cooler mountain evenings. Flowing from the living space is a generous dining area and a well-appointed kitchen, ideal for family meals or entertaining guests. Meanwhile, the second residence showcases a stunning full German kitchen with a three-meter island bench and sleek, modern living area. Both kitchens are designed for serious cooking and social connection, making everyday living or hosting seamless and enjoyable.
Accommodation is extensive, with six bedrooms and six bathrooms in total, including two master suites with private ensuites. The two distinct sections of the home are connected by a long internal corridor, but also have separate entrances for privacy and flexibility. The thoughtful layout provides multiple light-filled living areas and has been recently renovated throughout, featuring Dyson central heating and three separate Dyson air conditioning units for year-round comfort. A double carport and additional off-street parking complete the offering, ensuring ample space for family and guests alike.
Outside, Leura Falls continues to impress with its array of outdoor living spaces set on a large 1,699 sqm block. From the generous BBQ area and separate entertaining deck to the tranquil eastern-style pavilion, the garden is a sanctuary for relaxation and socializing. The home is ideally located just 100 metres from the Leura Cascade Trail and only minutes from both Katoomba CBD and Leura Mall. With two solar systems totaling approximately 12.78KW, this home is as efficient as it is elegant-offering a rare blend of heritage charm, lifestyle convenience, and mountain serenity.
Summary of Features:
- Grand mountain home with dual-living flexibility
- 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms across two connected but separate residences
- Elegant interiors blending old-world charm with modern finishes
- Two full-size kitchens; one with a 3m German island bench, ideal for entertaining
- Light-filled living areas, including a luxurious lounge with an open wood fireplace
- Two master bedrooms with private ensuites plus additional well-appointed bathrooms
- Comfort all year round with Dyson central heating and 3 separate Dyson air conditioning units
- BBQ area, entertaining deck, eastern-style pavilion, landscaped gardens on a 1,675 sqm block
- Prime South Katoomba location - close to schools, transport, and village centres
Listing description written by Brenden Purcell, Purcell Property Blue Mountains — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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