Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
NSW › Emerald Beach › Lake Russell Dr
$1,395,000–$1,495,000
For sale
Asking range
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Car spaces
4,081 m²
Land
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
Asking
$1,395,000–$1,495,000
Asking range · $342/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Emerald Beach (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,496/m² of land (n=69). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Emerald Beach
+34.8%
Median sale
Suburb $1,035,000
-1.01 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.91%
Suburb median $1,035,000 from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
$62,604 on top of the price (4.5% 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.
Based on the low end of the asking range, not a contract price.
Pre-filled with Emerald Beach'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 $779/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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 2.9%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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
Emerald Beach at a glance
2,718
People
$1,035,000
Median sale
$779/wk
Median rent
3.91%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 15 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Dobbs & Co.Nestled within the highly sought-after Lake Russell Estate offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity where privacy, space, and breathtaking coastal views come together in perfect harmony. Set amongst picturesque natural surrounds on approximately one acre of beautifully positioned land, this impressive family home has been thoughtfully designed across two expansive levels to accommodate growing families while embracing the beauty of its unique setting.
As you arrive, you'll immediately appreciate the peaceful atmosphere and sense of seclusion that make this property so special. Elevated to capture stunning ocean vistas and cooling coastal breezes, the home offers a relaxed lifestyle just moments from some of the region's most beautiful beaches.
The upper level serves as the heart of the home, featuring a spacious master suite complete with a private ensuite, walk-in robe, and its own balcony where you can wake up to sweeping views and enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by nature. A separate parents' retreat provides the perfect sanctuary to unwind and escape from the demands of everyday life.
The beautifully appointed kitchen is designed to bring family and friends together, showcasing quality appliances, stunning sandstone benchtops, and ample storage. Overlooking the light-filled living and dining areas, it seamlessly connects indoor and outdoor living spaces. Large glass doors open onto expansive covered balconies that capture magnificent ocean views and create the ideal setting for entertaining guests, enjoying family meals, or simply relaxing while taking in the ever-changing coastal landscape.
Downstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms, all complete with built-in robes, along with a well-appointed family bathroom and a second spacious living area. This versatile floorplan offers excellent separation for families, teenagers, guests, or those working from home.
Outside, the approximately one-acre parcel provides endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Whether it's creating your dream gardens, adding additional recreational space, or simply enjoying the privacy and tranquility of your own slice of paradise, this property offers a lifestyle that is becoming increasingly rare to find.
Conveniently located just minutes from the vibrant coastal village of Emerald Beach, you'll enjoy easy access to stunning beaches, local cafés, restaurants, walking trails, and all the lifestyle attractions that make this area so highly regarded.
Offering the perfect balance of coastal charm, family functionality, and peaceful acreage living
• First time ever offered to the market
• Tightly held position with all original owners still residing in the enclave
• Hardwood timber floors
• Nine-foot ceilings across the upper level
• Vaulted ceilings with large architectural feature windows
• designed to capture northern sun in living area
• Every bedroom enjoys a peaceful outlook over landscaped gardens
• New roof
• Freshly painted exterior
• 20,000-gallon water storage tank
• Bio-cycle septic system
Built: 2005
Land Size: 1.01 acres
Zoning: R5
Council Rates: $2417p/a approx.
DISCLAIMER: This listing is intended solely for marketing purposes and is subject to change without prior notice. The details and images provided are for illustration only and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation. Whilst we have gathered information from a third-party source which we believe to be reliable; we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to conduct their own research. Dobbs & Co. assumes no responsibility for any errors or inaccuracies in the information presented. It is the responsibility of prospective purchasers to thoroughly investigate all aspects of the property for sale.
Listing description written by Nathan Dobbs, Dobbs & Co. — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.