3 Clapton Lane, Donnybrook VIC 3064
3 Clapton Lane, Donnybrook VIC 3064
Compact 2-bed townhouse | Growth-corridor location | First-home and investor demand | Bushfire overlay noted | 117m² low-maintenance lot
Positioned as a compact two-bedroom townhouse, this property is distinguished by its 117m² allotment within a growth-corridor suburb dominated by larger family houses. A recent build-era dwelling with modern fixtures, it is complemented by placement near Donnybrook Station and major freeway connections. The townhouse format is well-suited to first-home buyers and investors seeking an affordable, lock-and-leave entry into the Donnybrook market. Its smaller footprint is seen as an advantage where attached housing remains comparatively limited, giving it distinct appeal that diverges from the area’s typical four-bedroom detached stock.
The property’s value might be shaped by the bushfire overlay, with insurance costs and buyer perception potentially impacted. The compact 117m² allotment could be limited against larger lots, while the 2-bed layout might narrow family appeal. Rental demand at $450 weekly may underpin investor interest. These factors should be weighed against the growth-corridor setting.
>> Comparable Sales: 19 Clapton Lane sold at $562,000 | Property Price Band: $450K-$550K | Value Drivers: modern presentation, compact land size, growth-corridor location
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 3 Clapton Lane, Donnybrook VIC 3064
Checks found:
Value Risk
2
Liquidity Risk
2
Planning Risk
1
Income Risk
1
Execution Risk
2
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Market Insight
Donnybrook, 34km northeast of the CBD, is a semi-rural suburb attracting family-oriented buyers after spacious homes, with first-home buyer packages also in play. House prices are effectively stagnant: the median sits at $651,100 with annual growth of 0.02%, and houses average 61 days on market. Sales volume remains healthy at 452 per year, while rental demand is firm-vacancy is 2.58%, weekly house rent is $500, and gross yields reach 3.91% for houses and 4.52% for units. Rental income runs 16.1% above Greater Melbourne’s average. The key constraint is rate sensitivity: auction clearance is weak at 25–27.4%, and supply is ample with 551 properties listed, which will likely cap price gains despite steady turnover and infrastructure support for family living.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
2
Parking
2
Land
155m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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