17 St Albans Road, East Geelong VIC 3219
17 St Albans Road, East Geelong VIC 3219
1975 unit | 2 bed 1 bath 1 car | 138m² compact | 4.9% gross yield | FTTN & 5G
This unit holds a practical edge for first-home buyers and investors because the 1975 build sits on a manageable 138m² parcel, keeping upkeep low while still offering a separate garage space. Its zoning for Geelong East Primary and Newcomb Secondary College adds family appeal, and the secure parking is a genuine convenience in an established, low-rise neighbourhood. The configuration is straightforward, not flashy, but that simplicity serves a buyer who wants rental return or an entry point into Geelong without the premium attached to larger character houses nearby.
The older build may carry maintenance considerations that a newer apartment avoids, and the compact land size limits any future redevelopment upside. The unit’s presentation is unconfirmed, so condition could shift its market position noticeably; a refreshed interior might justify a stronger price, while dated finishes could cap interest. Rental demand for this format appears steady, but the yield depends on achieving close to the estimated weekly rent. Buyers should weigh the trade-off between immediate affordability and long-term capital growth potential.
|| Comparable Sales: 3/17 St Albans Street sold $197,000 in 2014; 38 St Albans Street sold $500,000 | Property Price Band: $400,000–$500,000 | Value Drivers: condition, land size, presentation
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 17 St Albans Road, East Geelong VIC 3219
Checks found:
Value Risk
✓
Liquidity Risk
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2
Planning Risk
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1
Income Risk
✓
Execution Risk
✓
Market Insight
East Geelong is a sought-after residential suburb characterised by a high-income professional demographic, which underpins strong demand for its housing. This affluent buyer profile is driving robust capital growth in the established house market, evidenced by a competitive sales environment. However, the unit market presents a divergent trend with softening values, creating a segmented performance landscape. Future growth is anchored in the suburb’s desirable lifestyle attributes, though investors should note the clear disparity in momentum between property types.
PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 3/17 St Albans Street sold $197,000 in 2014; 38 St Albans Street sold $500,000 | Property Price Band: $400,000–$500,000 | Value Drivers: condition, land size, presentation
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
399m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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