New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$765,000
Last sold
2 Apr 2025
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
222 m²
Land
100 m²
Building
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
$765,000
2 Apr 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in New Town (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,585/m² of land (n=71). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs New Town
-14.0%
Median sale
Suburb $889,500
+0.47 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.92%
Suburb median $889,500 from 18 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
TASPlanning 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 for this property.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $499/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 for this property. 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 for this property.
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
New Town at a glance
6,802
People
$889,500
Median sale
$499/wk
Median rent
2.92%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 18 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by New Haus AgencyTucked away in a quiet pocket of New Town, this enchanting c1840s cottage is a rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved piece of Tasmania's history. Expertly restored with guidance from Heritage Tasmania, this home honours its past while seamlessly blending with modern comfort, offering a warm and inviting sanctuary just minutes from Hobart's CBD and North Hobart's vibrant café scene.
Stepping inside, you're greeted by polished timber floors and the glow of a wood-burning fireplace, setting the perfect tone for cosy evenings. Natural light and ventilation were thoughtfully enhanced during restoration, with operational attic windows, strategically placed skylights, and underfloor ventilation helping to create a fresh and airy living environment while preserving the home's character.
- A Carefully Considered Restoration
At the heart of the home, the kitchen is a perfect blend of tradition and innovation, featuring a Smeg induction cooktop, Miele dishwasher and a traditional wood stove. A cleverly vented floor behind the fridge promotes airflow, a subtle yet significant enhancement for long-term preservation.
The attic level was reimagined to create a light-filled retreat. The original lath and plaster walls and ceilings were carefully repaired, and two heritage-style attic windows were remade to match their predecessors, now complemented by double-glazed skylights that provide breathtaking views of kunanyi / Mount Wellington.
Adding to the home's historical charm, a remarkable 1920s newspaper lining discovered in the attic has been preserved under Perspex, offering a rare glimpse into the past.
- Flexible & Comfortable Accommodation
A tranquil downstairs bedroom providing privacy and restful retreat.
A loft-style upstairs bedroom, bathed in natural light from skylights, offering a serene escape with stunning mountain views.
A versatile study or sitting area, perfect for reading, quiet moments or working from home.
The bathroom, positioned at the rear of the home, is fresh and functional with a walk-in shower, vanity and tiled flooring.
- A Private Outdoor Sanctuary
Step outside to a secluded courtyard oasis, framed by lush greenery and immaculate gardens. Whether entertaining, unwinding in the sun or enjoying the peaceful surroundings, this space is a private retreat from the bustle of everyday life.
A valuable off-street parking space completes the package—an enviable asset in this sought-after New Town location.
- A Piece of Living History
Beyond its charm and warmth, 6 Pirie Street stands as a testament to thoughtful heritage conservation, with meticulous restorations undertaken in consultation with the Tasmanian Heritage Council. The original iron roof has been insulated, the timber floors replaced, and sagging ceilings re-plastered, ensuring this historic cottage is ready for its next chapter.
Perfectly positioned within easy reach of local shops, parks, leading schools, and transport links, this home offers a rare blend of history and modern comfort.
This is more than just a home—it's a living piece of New Town's history.
Contact us today to arrange a private viewing.
Disclaimer:
We have obtained this property information from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective buyers are advised to carry out their own investigations.
Listing description written by Ed McKay, New Haus Agency — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.