Lake Gardens at a glance
1,722
People
$795,000
Median sale
$433/wk
Median rent
2.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 19 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Lake Gardens › St Michaels Pl
$1,650,000
Last sold
24 July 2025
5
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
797 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
$1,650,000
24 July 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Lake Gardens (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,533/m² of land (n=72). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lake Gardens at a glance
1,722
People
$795,000
Median sale
$433/wk
Median rent
2.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 19 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Lake Gardens
+107.5%
Median sale
Suburb $795,000
-1.47 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.83%
Suburb median $795,000 from 19 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.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
VICPlanning 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.” Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $433/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. Victoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown. 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
UnknownVictoria has no public statewide property-level DA API. Nearby pipeline is unknown.
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.
Nearby
Area
Lake Gardens at a glance
1,722
People
$795,000
Median sale
$433/wk
Median rent
2.83%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 19 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by McGrath BallaratNestled behind a grand red brick fence in one of Ballarat's most exclusive pockets, this stunning residence offers an uncompromising lifestyle of space, quality, and luxury. Cleverly designed to capture natural light and showcase views of the meticulously landscaped gardens, this home impresses at every turn with its thoughtful layout, high-end finishes, and superb indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces.
• From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed into a home of warmth and beauty, with high ceilings and generous proportions that enhance the sense of space throughout.
• Multiple living zones on the lower level provide exceptional versatility, including a formal lounge with gas log fireplace, a second living room ideal for formal dining or a quiet sitting area, and a large open-plan kitchen, meals and family area.
• A separate rumpus room with double doors offers the perfect space for a home theatre, games room or private retreat.
• The kitchen is a standout, featuring a stone island bench with pendant lighting, quality stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, an abundance of cupboard space, and picturesque views across the backyard.
• A fifth bedroom is conveniently located downstairs, ideal for visiting guests or use as a home office, adding to the home's flexible floorplan.
• Upstairs, four oversized bedrooms offer comfort and storage, while the expansive master suite includes a luxurious ensuite with bath, shower, vanity and toilet.
• Zoned heating and cooling ensure year-round comfort, complemented by high ceilings, a security system, and extensive storage options throughout.
• Outside is an entertainer's paradise, with a spacious undercover alfresco area featuring a built-in kitchen with natural gas BBQ, hotplates, double sink, hot and cold water, and outdoor blinds for year-round use.
• The fully landscaped gardens are a tranquil haven with a majestic cedar tree, water feature, and automated irrigation system keeping the grounds pristine and vibrant.
• The inground swimming pool and spa are beautifully integrated into a glass-enclosed zone with gas log heater and ambient natural gas cauldron lights, while side access leads to a remote double garage and additional gated parking area.
• Perfectly positioned in a blue chip location within walking distance to Lake Wendouree, the Ballarat Botanic Gardens, Aquatic Centre and Wendouree Train Station, and only a short drive to some of Ballarat's most prestigious schools.
Listing description written by Sean Toohey, McGrath Ballarat — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.