11 Ruby Road, Rutherford NSW 2320

Five-bedroom duplex | 578m² land in Rutherford | 12kW solar & three-phase power | Five-year lease in place This property presents a rare configuration in Rutherford—a five-bedroom duplex on a full 578m² block. The 12kW solar system with three-phase power and ducted air conditioning adds genuine operating cost advantages. The existing five-year lease structure makes this suited to investors seeking immediate income certainty rather than owner-occupiers. The 202m² internal footprint and dual parking are above average for duplex stock in this corridor. The main risk is the lease arrangement itself, which may limit capital growth potential compared to vacant possession sales. However, for buyers prioritising yield over optionality, the rental estimate of $800+ per week with a near-4% return is competitive against detached houses in the area. The property sits within good school catchments and has no flood or bushfire risk, which reduces insurance friction. The 2017 purchase price suggests reasonable holding cost base, though current valuation accuracy is high—meaning limited negotiation leverage. This works best for a buyer who values passive income over renovation upside.