20 Iona Street, Black Rock VIC 3193
20 Iona Street, Black Rock VIC 3193
Large family house | north-facing Bayside pocket | tightly held street | premium detached stock | school catchment demand
The property is placed within a tightly held, blue-ribbon bayside pocket where substantial family homes on 650 to 690 m² allotments are the norm. A north-facing orientation is considered a genuine advantage, and the quality of nearby detached stock—stone kitchens, double glazing, solar panels, and pools—indicates a consistent premium standard. This house is best suited to upgrader families and executives seeking beach proximity, strong public school options, and low-density living. Multiple living zones and outdoor entertaining are expected, which matches the prevailing owner-occupier demand in Black Rock. The street’s scarcity value is reinforced by infrequent turnover and a clear preference for turn-key quality over renovation projects.
The exact internal condition, build year, and land size may be the primary variables in price setting. A newer build with modern finishes might command a premium at the top of the range, while older fabric could require an allowance for updating. North-facing aspect and any bay outlook might add scarcity value, but a less favourable orientation or sloping block may moderate expectations. Buyer competition is likely owner-occupier led, which may keep bidding firm for well-presented, move-in-ready houses. Price sensitivity is expected around layout and outdoor usability rather than basic amenity.
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 20 Iona Street, Black Rock VIC 3193
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Market Insight
Black Rock is a high-value bayside suburb with an older demographic—median age 50—and median house prices around $2.3 million. Demand is driven by established, equity-rich buyers prioritising lifestyle and permanence, yet the market is cooling: house prices fell 3.5% annually on 56 sales, with units down 9.6% to a $1.27 million median. Houses average 49 days on market, and rental yields are thin at 2.6% for houses and 3.7% for units, underscoring rate sensitivity. Supply is constrained, but affordability is the key risk, particularly for units, which posted an 8.8% quarterly decline.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Comparable Sales: 5 Iona Street sold $2.69M in Jul 2024 and 34 Iona Street sold May 2026 | Property Price Band: $2.6M to $2.7M | Value Drivers: land size, build quality, north aspect
Bedrooms
4
Bathroom
3
Parking
2
Land
677m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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