1146 Finniss-Clayton Road, Clayton Bay SA 5256
1146 Finniss-Clayton Road, Clayton Bay SA 5256
This property spans 52.13 hectares across three titles with Finniss River frontage. The house has 5 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It is a single-storey rural dwelling on mixed grazing, conservation, and waterfront land, offering extremely low density and direct water access.
What is competitively strong about this property is its rare combination of scale and waterfront access. Most rural holdings in Clayton Bay lack direct river frontage, making this configuration a distinct advantage for buyers seeking privacy, recreation, or grazing potential. The three-title structure adds flexibility for future subdivision or separate use. The property is best suited to lifestyle buyers, hobby farmers, or conservation-minded owners who value seclusion and direct water access over proximity to services. Its positioning within the suburb is premium due to the river frontage and land size, though it remains a niche offering for those who prioritise land and location over dwelling condition.
Factors that might materially affect value include the property’s age and condition, as the house appears to be an older structure with limited modern amenities. The 2016 sale price suggests the dwelling may have been minimal at that time, so current improvements could vary significantly. The conservation zoning on part of the land may restrict certain uses, which could influence buyer appetite. Maintenance costs for 52 hectares are considerable, and the remote location may limit appeal to a smaller pool of buyers. The estimated value for one title alone suggests significant land value, but the overall sale price will depend on how the house and land improvements align with buyer expectations.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 1146 Finniss-Clayton Road, Clayton Bay SA 5256
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Market Insight
Clayton Bay demand is driven by the Lake Alexandrina lifestyle, affordable mid-$500k entry point and the tiny stock of family-sized lots that keeps buyers competing despite low annual sales. People buy here for slower-paced living, room to renovate older homes, and to escape Adelaide prices while still keeping access to the city corridor. Prices have inched upward over the last six months (about 2.5–3% in the latest quarter and roughly 9% for the year), yet the market’s size, limited services and occasional lake-level risks mean investors should plan for seasonality even as the lifestyle premium offers growth upside.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
-
Land
52.13 ha
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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