Lorn at a glance
1,582
People
$1,162,500
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
2.72%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
$745,000
For sale
$745,000
Last sold
21 Dec 2023
4
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
689 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
$745,000
21 Dec 2023 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Lorn (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,641/m² of land (n=42). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Lorn at a glance
1,582
People
$1,162,500
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
2.72%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Lorn
-35.9%
Median sale
Suburb $1,162,500
+1.52 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 2.72%
Suburb median $1,162,500 from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
$31,804 on top of the price (4.3% 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.
Pre-filled with Lorn'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 $608/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.
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
Lorn at a glance
1,582
People
$1,162,500
Median sale
$608/wk
Median rent
2.72%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 8 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Cattell Property GroupPositioned in one of the Hunter's most tightly held locations, this beautifully restored circa 1800s weatherboard residence sits proudly on a generous 689sqm parcel, offering a seamless blend of heritage charm, refined elegance, and contemporary family living. Thoughtfully updated throughout, the home has been carefully maintained to preserve its original character while introducing a collection of quality modern finishes and considered design elements.
Beyond the home itself, the enviable Lorn location places you moments from everything the Hunter has to offer. Just 5 minutes to Maitland CBD, 10 minutes to Green Hills Shopping Centre, 25 minutes to the Hunter Valley vineyards, and 45 minutes to Newcastle, this address delivers outstanding convenience and lifestyle appeal.
From the moment you enter, the interiors reveal a sense of warmth and sophistication, with rich herringbone flooring flowing throughout, creating a beautiful foundation for family living. Beautiful arches welcome you down the hallway, while quality ornate cornices further enhance the home's timeless character. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, balancing comfort, functionality, and the home's original charm.
At the heart of the home lies the impressive kitchen, a beautifully appointed space where heritage influence meets contemporary functionality. Featuring abundant storage, quality finishes, and a striking vintage-style gas oven and cooktop, it provides the perfect setting for everyday meals, entertaining, and memorable gatherings.
Offering four generous bedrooms, all featuring plush carpeting, with two also enjoying original fireplaces, the residence provides a peaceful retreat for the whole family. The grand bathroom is a true statement of luxury, complete with a stunning freestanding bath, elegant finishes, and a sense of understated sophistication. Ducted heating and cooling throughout the home ensures year-round comfort for the whole family.
The inviting living room provides a warm and welcoming space to relax, centred around a charming fireplace that adds character and ambience. Beautiful timber French doors open onto a spacious entertaining deck, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces while overlooking the low-maintenance, fully fenced backyard, an ideal setting for entertaining family and friends.
The home is further enhanced by the addition of 21 solar panels, providing excellent energy efficiency and helping to reduce ongoing running costs. Completing the package is a spacious 6.6m x 6.6m garage/workshop with timber doors and side access via a wide sliding gate, offering exceptional practicality with secure parking for additional vehicles, a caravan, boat, or trailer.
This is a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully restored character home in one of Lorn's most sought-after locations, offering a lifestyle of elegance, comfort, and convenience.
Contact Cathy and her team today!
Listing description written by Cathy Cattell, Cattell Property Group — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.