Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
VIC › Brown Hill › Benson St
$600,000
Last sold
30 Oct 2025
5
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
4
Car spaces
839 m²
Land
173 m²
Building
Districts View
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
30 Oct 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Brown Hill (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $968/m² of land (n=79). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Brown Hill
-4.8%
Median sale
Suburb $630,000
+0.17 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.37%
Suburb median $630,000 from 45 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 $408/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.
Area
Brown Hill at a glance
4,639
People
$630,000
Median sale
$408/wk
Median rent
3.37%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 45 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ballarat Real EstateDiscover the perfect blend of suburban tranquillity and convenience at 8 Benson Street, a charming five-bedroom residence nestled in the heights of Brown Hill. Set on a generous 839m² block (approx.), this delightful home offers a welcoming atmosphere and the space you need to foster a growing family. Step inside to discover the five well-proportioned bedrooms that offer a peaceful retreat for every family member, while the centrally located bathroom is both neat and functional. The main living areas are designed for everyday life, providing a comfortable space for relaxation and family gatherings. The kitchen has been recently updated, with fresh splashbacks, striking timber benchtops and an abundance of storage. A true highlight of this property is the expansive backyard. It features a sprawling lawn, beautiful mature shade trees, and a dedicated alfresco space that is perfect for outdoor entertaining. The large shed and dedicated side access for vehicles offer unmatched versatility, providing ample space for hobbies, storage, or a workshop. Just a short drive from local schools, supermarkets and the arterial Western Freeway, the location is ideal. You will love the proximity to several lush parks and reserves, where you can enjoy leisurely strolls and outdoor activities. Don't miss this opportunity to make this home yours. Contact us today for more information or a private inspection.
Listing description written by Lachlan Sylvia, Ballarat Real Estate — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.