5 Lydd Street, Gosnells WA 6110
5 Lydd Street, Gosnells WA 6110
R20-zoned 819m² block | double brick with jarrah floors | renovator or land play | quiet street near Gosnells centre | condition constraints obvious
The property offers clear positional and structural strength for its niche. The 819m² block with R20 zoning is a rare configuration in this part of Gosnells, especially on a small, low-traffic street close to town centre amenities. The double brick construction and genuine jarrah floorboards provide a solid base that is often absent in cheaper weatherboard stock, meaning the house has genuine renovation potential rather than being a pure knockdown. It is best suited to a buyer with renovation experience or a long-term investor comfortable with managing compliance upgrades. The size of the land and the zoning signal possible future redevelopment, but the immediate value lies in the opportunity to secure a large block in an established suburb with a liveable, albeit tired, original structure.
The condition of the interior introduces price sensitivity that cannot be ignored. The partial bathroom demolition, non-compliant smoke alarms and RCDs, and possible structural issues may affect lending, insurance, and renovation budgeting. These factors might delay occupancy and add significant upfront cost. The market context suggests this type of property appeals most to buyers who are pricing land first and improvements as either a bonus or a liability. The lack of modern finishes and the need for compliance work mean the final sale price will likely be driven by land value and the cost of remediation, not by the house as a liveable product. A buyer should budget for a thorough building inspection and obtain quotes for electrical, plumbing, and structural repairs before forming a definitive price view.
>> Comparable Sales: 5 Tay Court, Gosnells sold for $1,005,000 on a 961m² block, a larger and higher-quality property | Property Price Band: $600,000–$700,000 | Value Drivers: land size, R20 zoning, condition and renovation cost
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 5 Lydd Street, Gosnells WA 6110
Checks found:
Value Risk
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1
Liquidity Risk
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1
Planning Risk
✓
Income Risk
✕
2
Execution Risk
✓
Market Insight
Gosnells, an established Greater Perth suburb, is attracting trade-sector buyers on upper-middle incomes. Market conditions are tight: houses sell in 10–16 days, with 421 house sales annually. Median house prices span $625,000–$685,000, growing 8.3–9.6% per year; units are stronger, at $510,000–$530,500, with 11.1–15.9% growth. Rents are firm-houses $625–630 weekly, units $575–600-and gross yields range 4.3–5.09% for houses and 5.4–5.76% for units. Future growth drivers include sustained rental demand and tight stock turnover, though prices now sit near local affordability limits, and rate sensitivity poses a constraint.
PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
820m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst