50 Meakin Street, Watsonia North VIC 3087
50 Meakin Street, Watsonia North VIC 3087
3-bed 1-bath house | mid-size block | established family street | renovation potential | solid rental demand
A practical three-bedroom, one-bathroom layout is offered, sitting on a mid-sized allotment that is typical of the established local area. The property is presented as an older-style detached house, which means some modernisation may be required, but the overall structure and land position provide a solid base for family occupation or investment. The street environment is quiet and settled, with nearby schools, parks, and transport links, so strong demand from families and first-home buyers can be expected. This house is best suited to those seeking an affordable entry into a mature suburb, with renovation potential and rental upside.
The final value may be affected by the condition of the interiors and the extent of updating needed, as dated finishes might limit immediate appeal. The single bathroom could be a constraint for growing families, while the land size and street position may support a price premium if presentation is neat. Any potential for extension or redevelopment, along with parking arrangements, might also influence how the property is compared with others in the area.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 50 Meakin Street, Watsonia North VIC 3087
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Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
2
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
1
Execution Risk
2
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Market Insight
Bundoora is a middle-ring Melbourne suburb with a strong owner-occupier profile. Demand is driven by affluent professionals aged 30-39, with families attracted to its predominantly detached-house stock and low rental turnover. The median house price sits around $920,000, showing slight annual declines of up to 3.2% but a 3.7% quarterly rise, signalling a stabilising market. Clearance rates are robust at 82.6% for houses and 100% for units, with homes selling in a median 25 days. However, sales volumes have dropped 30.6% for houses and 25% for units, indicating thinner demand. Future growth prospects rely on continued buyer confidence in the area’s family-oriented housing, while key risks include affordability constraints and interest-rate sensitivity, given the elevated price points and declining transaction numbers.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 18 Meakin Street sold near $830k, 49 Meakin Street sold in $800k range | Property Price Band: $800k-$900k | Value Drivers: renovation condition, land size, street appeal
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
528m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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