7/60 Ernest Street, Kings Meadows TAS 7249
7/60 Ernest Street, Kings Meadows TAS 7249
1980 compact unit | 67 m² internal | balcony and courtyard | 2-bed 1-bath | strong yield profile
This unit is positioned as a genuine low-maintenance entry point in Kings Meadows. The 67 m² layout is compact but workable, with two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a single car space. A balcony and courtyard are included, adding an outdoor dimension not always found in units of this era. The 1980 build is older stock, though the offering is presented as functional and comfortable rather than premium. It is best suited to first-home buyers seeking a foothold, downsizers leaving a larger house, and investors focused on yield. Convenience is reinforced by proximity to Kings Meadows Shopping Centre, schools, medical facilities, public transport, and Launceston CBD.
Value may be shaped by the older build and lack of documented renovation. Rental demand is consistent, supporting investor interest. The bushfire overlay might warrant attention; no flood or heritage constraints exist. The single car space and modest size may limit family appeal, though the configuration suits investors or downsizers. Presentation may affect resale more than location.
>> Comparable Sales: 8/60 Ernest Street at $340,000 and 3/60 Ernest Street at $270,000 | Property Price Band: $250k-$350k | Value Drivers: condition, layout, presentation
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 7/60 Ernest Street, Kings Meadows TAS 7249
Checks found:
Value Risk
✕
2
Liquidity Risk
✕
2
Planning Risk
✓
Income Risk
✓
Execution Risk
✓
Market Insight
Kings Meadows, a Launceston suburb, remains a steady, professional-focused market. Demand is driven by higher-income professionals attracted by affordability and lifestyle appeal, with houses trading around $551,000 to $558,000 and annual growth flat to mildly positive (–0.4% to 2.8% by source). Units are softer, at $487,500 to $488,750 with negative momentum. Market depth is reasonable: houses sell in 22–29 days and gross yields are moderate at 4.6% for houses and 5.0–5.2% for units. Launceston’s quarterly sales volume rose 22% quarter-on-quarter, supporting buyer activity. Future growth is contingent on regional demand and rental steadiness, but risks include rate sensitivity, limited supply evidenced by Hobart’s 0.4% vacancy, and the outsized impact of local factors on a small market. No suburb-specific vacancy or school data is available.
PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
2
Bathroom
1
Parking
1
Land
96m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst