Karuah at a glance
2,583
People
$705,000
Median sale
$525/wk
Median rent
3.87%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Karuah › Mustons Rd
$600,000
Last sold
21 Feb 2025
0
Bedrooms
0
Bathrooms
0
Car spaces
4,047 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
$600,000
21 Feb 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded Land sales in Karuah (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $494/m² of land (n=9). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Karuah at a glance
2,583
People
$705,000
Median sale
$525/wk
Median rent
3.87%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Karuah
-14.9%
Median sale
Suburb $705,000
+0.68 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.87%
Suburb median $705,000 from 17 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
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 $525/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms. No recorded off-street parking — often a discount versus the suburb median for the same beds.
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.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. 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
Karuah at a glance
2,583
People
$705,000
Median sale
$525/wk
Median rent
3.87%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 17 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by River Realty MaitlandFor exclusive access to River Realty VIP properties please join http://bit.ly/RiverVIPs today, or SMS 'RiverVIPS' to 0428 166 755.
The Key Details:
● 4,047 sqm of residential title
● Flat site with sub-division potential of up to 5 blocks (STCA)
● Zoned residential low-density
● Services to the front and back of the property with town sewer and water connections
● Crown land to the back and left of the property
● Mustons Creek and the Karuah River to the rear of the property
● Close proximity to local shops and amenities
● Zoned for Karuah Public School
● 5 minutes to local boat ramps
● 20 minutes to the holiday hotspots of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest
● Easy access to the Pacific Highway
The Agent Loves
"The numbers simply stack up: this is one not to miss. The opportunity to find a residential block of this size in the heart of a growing suburb of Port Stephens is an absolute rarity in today's real estate space. Develop, build or enjoy acreage living in the heart of town."
The Location
Karuah is renowned for its lush greenery, vibrant community spirit, and access to stunning waterways, making it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat. Local amenities including cafes, boutique shops and community parks add to Karuah's appeal. With its scenic beauty and friendly atmosphere, Karuah embodies the perfect blend of relaxation and community living.
Maitland - 40 min (47.4km)
Stockland Green Hills - 35 min (44.3km)
Newcastle - 45 min (53.6km)
The Opportunity
Discover an unparalleled opportunity at 6 Mustons Road, where the promise of a coastal lifestyle melds seamlessly with boundless potential.
Spanning a generous 4,047 sqm in the heart of Port Stephens' enchanting coastal villages, this low-density living residential title beckons with the allure of a flat site, primed for the visionary with subdivision potential of up to five blocks STCA.
Imagine the ease of connection with services to both the front and back of your property, including town sewer and water connections, simplifying the journey towards realising your dream.
The property is cradled by crown land to the back and left, unfolding a park-like environment that invites nature to your doorstep. With Mustons Creek and the captivating Karuah River at the rear, your connection to the water is perpetual, enriching your lifestyle with its serene presence.
Nestled within a quiet coastal community, this land is much more than space; it's a gateway to a life where the village atmosphere and the soothing sounds of Port Stephens' waterways are daily companions.
Merely 5 minutes from public boat ramps, adventure on the water is always within reach. While just 20 minutes from the holiday hotspots of Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, you're perfectly positioned for both seclusion and excitement.
Ease of access to the Pacific Highway ensures connectivity to wider regions, while zoning for Karuah Public School caters to educational needs. Local amenities are but 2 minutes away, promising convenience alongside the tranquillity of coastal living.
Ideal for developers or those desiring a substantial residential block, this land offers endless potential for multiple dwellings, a grand home with space for a home business, or simply a vast expanse to enjoy the proximity to local hubs and amenities.
At 6 Mustons Road, Karuah, craft the lifestyle you've dreamed of, surrounded by the natural beauty and community spirit of Port Stephens.
SMS 6Mus to 0428 166 755 for a link to the online property brochure.
Listing description written by Tom Woods, River Realty Maitland — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.