135 Maleny-Stanley River Road, Maleny QLD 4552

Rare flat 3290m² block | 538m² under roof | 2km to Maleny township | self-contained cottage adds income flexibility This property offers an uncommon combination of scale and proximity. The 3290m² parcel is unusually flat for the area, and the 538m² built form with a separate cottage creates genuine multigenerational or rental income potential. The northeast deck orientation, established gardens with fruit trees and a chicken run, plus the bore and 65000L rainwater storage reduce ongoing utility costs and appeal strongly to buyers seeking semi-self-sufficiency. It sits within walking distance to town and in both state school catchments, which broadens its appeal to families. The 9.6% suburb growth supports long-term value retention, and the 3.1% rental yield is reasonable for a property of this type. The main risk is the 1980 build date and the 16% building coverage,renovation or extension potential is limited without council approval. The single-bathroom main dwelling is a functional constraint for larger households, though the cottage offsets this. The price per square meter at $471 reflects the land premium, not the dwelling condition, so buyers should budget for eventual kitchen and bathroom updates. The 2.4kW solar system is undersized for a property this large. For a buyer seeking lifestyle with income support, this property works best held as a primary residence with the cottage rented long-term or used for guests.