162 Yarrowee Street, Sebastopol VIC 3356
162 Yarrowee Street, Sebastopol VIC 3356
3-bed detached on 580m² | value-focused price point | strong school proximity | active local turnover | standard suburban finish
A straightforward detached house on a generous 580 m² allotment is offered here, giving it a meaningful advantage over the unit and townhouse stock in the immediate area. The configuration is suited to a family buyer or an investor seeking single-level living with secure parking and land that retains future flexibility. Its market positioning is competitive rather than aspirational; the finish is expected to be functional rather than renovated, and the price point reflects that. Proximity to primary schooling and a P-12 college strengthens the appeal to younger households, while brisk turnover in this segment of the suburb suggests that well-priced, conventional houses are not left to linger. It is best suited as an entry-level family home or a low-maintenance investment property in a pocket where demand is steady and driven by practicality.
The value may be influenced by the condition of the kitchen, bathroom, and heating or flooring finishes, as move-in readiness is weighed heavily by buyers in this price range. The 580 m² land size might also attract interest from those contemplating an extension or future subdivision, though that is dependent on zoning and site shape. Presentation at inspection may materially affect the final price, as standard stock in this suburb is competed for on polish.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 162 Yarrowee Street, Sebastopol VIC 3356
Checks found:
Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
Planning Risk
2
Income Risk
2
Execution Risk
2
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Market Insight
This suburb’s market is defined by a mature, trade-heavy workforce, with a median age of 41 and a housing stock split 73% houses and 27% units. Demand comes from a mix of owner-occupiers and investors, given 33% owned outright, 31% mortgaged, and 36% rented. House prices sit at $475,000 after 13.1% annual growth, though days on market vary sharply from 21 to 42, and quarterly growth figures range from 2.3% to 13.1% depending on source. Units are weaker, with medians between $348,000 and $361,150 and negative quarterly growth of around -1.1%. Gross yields are solid: 4.5–5.2% for houses and 5.0–5.6% for units, supported by weekly rents of $410 and $370 respectively. Future growth drivers are unclear, as infrastructure, school, and vacancy data are unavailable; constraints include possible unit oversupply and rate sensitivity given the 31% mortgaged cohort.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 3/17 Yarrowee St 3-bed unit sold $365,000; 1/17 Yarrowee St 2-bed unit sold $270,000 | Property Price Band: $400,000–$500,000 | Value Drivers: land size, condition, school proximity
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
1
Parking
2
Land
580m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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