12 Pauline Drive, Surrey Downs SA 5126

| Auction timing | No recent date set | 3:2:4 comparables on street | Unique granny flat/workshop | The property’s auction pathway carries direct risk: without a scheduled date, buyer leverage shifts to the vendor, who can delay or test the market. The workshop and granny flat are not just amenities—they convert carrying cost into rental income or trade workspace, lowering net holding expense by an estimated $250–$400 per week if separately occupied. That utility advantage offsets the 740m² block’s maintenance overhead. On a street where 22 Pauline Dr traded after zero years holding at $835k, the midpoint of $789k positions this as below recent market evidence—provided the vendor moves to auction quickly. The judgment is to bid only if a date is set; otherwise negotiate pre-auction to capture the vendor’s timing uncertainty. What makes this property competitively strong is its three-vehicle plus standalone studio configuration—rare on a 740m² lot within 8 days on market. The double garage with 15-amp power and separate workshop appeal to trades or collectible owners, while the granny flat suits multi-generational buyers or yield-focused investors. For a buyer targeting sub-$830k with built-in income or utility redundancy, this house outperforms standard 3/1 stock on Pauline Drive. To proceed, request an auction date or a 48-hour pre-auction offer expiry—forcing the vendor’s hand while leveraging the workshop’s tangible cost savings.