Bundaberg East at a glance
3,027
People
$640,000
Median sale
$550/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 40 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Bundaberg East › Donald Smith Dr
$490,000
For sale
Asking
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
840 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
$490,000
Asking · $583/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Bundaberg East at a glance
3,027
People
$640,000
Median sale
$550/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 40 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Bundaberg East
-23.4%
Median sale
Suburb $640,000
+1.37 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 4.47%
Suburb median $640,000 from 40 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
$20,966 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: Queensland schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Pre-filled with Bundaberg East'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.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning 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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $550/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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. 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 5.8%. 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. 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. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
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
Bundaberg East at a glance
3,027
People
$640,000
Median sale
$550/wk
Median rent
4.47%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 40 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by @realtyHOUSE LIKE LIVING | TURNKEY BRICK DUPLEX UNIT | PRIME LOCATION
Introducing... 2/1 Donald Smith Drive Bundaberg East, a neat, low-set brick unit offering comfort, practicality, and a rare sense of independence that feels far more like a house than a unit.
Positioned proudly at the front of a tidy duplex, the home enjoys excellent street appeal, a welcoming façade, and a surprising sense of space and privacy that immediately sets it apart from typical unit living. Ideal for downsizers, first-home buyers, or investors seeking a turn key property in a flood-free location, this home delivers low-maintenance living with long-term peace of mind.
Set on a flat, easy-care allotment, the property has been thoughtfully updated to enhance both presentation and everyday comfort. Fresh internal and external paint and a brand-new 3.8kW solar system provide immediate value while keeping ongoing maintenance and energy costs to a minimum.
Inside, the functional layout features two well-proportioned bedrooms, with the spacious master enjoying its own AC for year-round comfort. Both bedrooms include built-in robes and ceiling fans. The centrally positioned bathroom is well presented and is complemented by a separate toilet for added convenience. The practical kitchen provides generous bench space and flows effortlessly into the open-plan living and dining area, creating a comfortable and cohesive hub for everyday living.
Outside, the single carport is complemented by additional off-street parking, while the usable front lawn offers a rare bonus for unit living providing space to grow or simply relaxing outdoors. The property forms part of a duplex comprising two individually owned, strata-titled units. With no body corporate fees, each owner is responsible for maintaining their own property, offering the autonomy of house-style living without the additional costs often associated with larger unit complexes.
Constructed from solid brick for lasting durability, the home is further enhanced by its flood-free location and outstanding convenience. Medical services, takeaway dining, public transport, and direct access to the Bargara coastline are all just minutes away, while Bundaberg CBD is less than a 10-minute drive. As Bundaberg East continues to grow in popularity, the area offers strong rental demand and excellent long-term appeal for both homeowners and investors alike.
Property Highlights
• 2 bedrooms | 1 bathroom | 1 carport | Solar | Brick Duplex Unit
• AC open-plan living and dining + AC Master bedroom
• Both Bedrooms: Built ins + Fans.
• Fresh internal and external paint + Updated guttering + New 3.8kW Solar
• Bathroom with separate toilet
• Additional parking + Full Fenced Courtyard + Usable front lawn
• No body corporate fees
• Front duplex position with excellent street appeal
• Flood-free Prime Bundaberg East location (close to medical/food/shop/transport)
• Turn key ready!
Investor Advantage
Low-maintenance brick construction, no body corporate fees, strong rental demand, and a highly convenient location combine to create a dependable investment opportunity with excellent long-term potential.
Location Highlights
• Minutes to doctors, pathology, hairdresser, car wash, KFC, Hungry Jack's, Impact Community Services, and public transport.
• Less than 10 minutes to Bundaberg CBD.
• Under 15 minutes to the Bargara coastline.
This is an outstanding opportunity to secure a refreshed, low-maintenance home in one of Bundaberg's most convenient and steadily growing suburbs. Whether you're downsizing, entering the market, or expanding your investment portfolio, this property offers exceptional value, independence, and everyday convenience.
Contact Marcus Groth – atrealty Bundaberg to arrange YOUR private inspection TODAY!
Phone: 0419 970 044 | Email: marcusgroth@atrealty.com.au
Disclaimer: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these particulars, no warranty is given by the vendor or the agent as to their accuracy. Interested parties should not rely on these particulars as representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Although high standards have been used in preparing this document, no legal responsibility can be accepted for any loss or damage resulting from the content or use of this information. Any photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared when taken. Areas, amounts, measurements, distances, and all other numerical information are approximate only. Note: Every care has been taken to verify the accuracy of the details in this advertisement; however, we cannot guarantee its correctness. Prospective purchasers are requested to take necessary action to satisfy themselves with any pertinent matters.
Listing description written by Marcus Groth, @realty — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.