8 Barbara Avenue, Morphett Vale SA 5162
8 Barbara Avenue, Morphett Vale SA 5162
1966 family house | 742m² block, 274m² floor | 1 bathroom, 37% coverage | large yard, solid bones | older residential pocket
This 1966 house is sited on a 742 m² block with a building area of 274 m², providing a substantial family footprint that newer infill properties rarely match. The 37% building coverage leaves generous outdoor space, which is valued by households seeking room for children, gardening, or future extensions. The single bathroom is a practical constraint, but the large land parcel offers clear scope for adaptation. This property is best suited to owner-occupiers wanting a long-term family home or investors seeking a stable rental return. It sits within an established residential pocket where larger lots define the older housing character.
The property’s value might be influenced by the condition of its original 1966 finishes, with renovation costs being weighed by buyers. The single bathroom is often seen as a limiting factor for family appeal, and the large land parcel may be considered for subdivision, subject to council approval. Market sentiment for this style is steady, but the final price might be determined by street presentation and layout more than floor area.
>> Comparable Sales: 2025 sale of subject at $700,000 | Property Price Band: $700k–$800k | Value Drivers: land size, building area, presentation
Detailed Independent Property Report prepared by PropCred Analyst team for 8 Barbara Avenue, Morphett Vale SA 5162
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Value Risk
Liquidity Risk
Planning Risk
2
Income Risk
Execution Risk
1
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Market Insight
Median house prices in this suburb run from $698,250 to $790,500, with annual growth of 11.8% to 15.2%. Unit medians are $553,000 to $608,500, growing 12.7% to 19.8%. Selling times of 22 to 47 days and an annual house sales volume of 116 to 457 indicate a thin but active market. Gross rental yields of 3.8% to 4.3% for houses and 3.5% to 4.3% for units, against weekly rents of $580–$590 and $475–$513, show price growth outpacing rental income, pointing to demand focused on capital appreciation. This price-led demand, combined with tight days-on-market, suggests strong buyer competition. High entry prices and modest yields are the key constraints, while the limited transaction volumes could intensify price swings if demand stays strong.
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PropCred Estimated Value
Bedrooms
3
Bathroom
2
Parking
1
Land
210m²
Research & Review
Prepared by Steve Dalton, Senior Analyst
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Reviewed by Matt Proctor, Principal Analyst
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