415 Catania Close Waurn Ponds, VIC 3216

Greater Geelong, VIC, 3216

$ 1,399,200

Greater Geelong, VIC, 3216
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  • Rooming House
  • Property Type
  • 9
  • Bedrooms
  • 9
  • Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Cars
  • 295

Details

Updated on Jun 02, 2026

Property Type: Rooming House
Price: $ 1,399,200
Land Price: $ 500,000
Build Price: $ 899,200
Gross Per Week: $ 2,750
Gross Per Annum: $ 143,000
Gross Yield: 10.03 - 10.41%
Capital Growth 12 Months: 13.52%
10Yr Annualised Growth: 6.10%
Vacancy Rate: 1.65%
Property Size: 295 m2
Land Area: 570 m2
Bedrooms: 9
Bathrooms: 9
Parking: 2
Title Status: Titled
Property ID: 23996
SKU: 1045
Sold: Jul 01, 2026

Description

Situated in the thriving suburb of Waurn Ponds, this Rooming House presents an excellent opportunity for modern living and investment. With 9 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms and 2 car space/s, it is thoughtfully designed to suit today's lifestyle needs. Its efficient use of space ensures comfort while maintaining low maintenance requirements. Ideal for investors, it offers a strong balance of rental appeal and future growth potential. A smart choice in a high-demand location.

Waurn Ponds, located in the Geelong region of Victoria, combines suburban tranquillity with convenient access to major amenities. The suburb is home to Deakin University's main campus, making it highly popular among students and professionals seeking nearby accommodation. Residents benefit from proximity to Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre, local cafes, parks, and public transport options, providing a balanced and convenient lifestyle. With ongoing infrastructure development and steady rental demand, Waurn Ponds continues to attract both homeowners and property investors seeking reliable returns.

With its blend of lifestyle appeal and investment strength, this Rooming House in Waurn Ponds is a smart choice for both seasoned investors and first-time buyers. It delivers the right mix of returns today and growth for tomorrow. A property built for lasting success.

Single-person households are on the rise, accounting for a significant 25% of all households in Australia. This trend shows no signs of slowing down, and experts project a continued growth in single-person households, reaching an estimated 3 to 3.5 million over the next two decades. This surge underscores the increasing demand for housing options tailored to individual occupants.

Rooming house properties represent a form of shared accommodation, offering private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and often including living and kitchenette facilities akin to a compact, one-bedroom unit or apartment. These properties appeal to tenants seeking affordable, adaptable, and hassle-free living arrangements that align with their lifestyles and requirements.

Many rooming houses are strategically situated in suburban areas, providing proximity to transportation, shopping centers, restaurants, cafes, and community hubs, making them an enticing choice for tenants.

Typical rooming house tenants encompass young professionals, students, digital nomads, entrepreneurs, creatives, and seniors who prioritize convenience, connectivity, and collaboration.

For investors, rooming house properties offer a compelling value proposition. They present a high-yield, low-risk, and forward-looking investment opportunity. Rooming house properties consistently maintain higher occupancy rates, lower vacancy rates, and reduced turnover compared to traditional rentals. This aligns with the burgeoning demand for affordable and flexible housing solutions in urban settings.

Additionally, rooming house properties often boast higher capital growth potential, given their prime locations with access to transportation, education, employment, and entertainment hubs.

Why are rooming houses so attractive to investors?

  • High Demand: Rooms are in high demand, ensuring quick occupancy.
  • Higher Yields: Often double compared to the suburb average.
  • Diverse Tenant Base: Young professionals and older singles generally seek this accommodation category.
  • Tax Depreciation: Benefits from fixtures and fittings.
  • Income Security: Steady income flow even when one tenant moves out.

Features

  • Hybrid Flooring to Bedrooms & Living, and Tiles to the Wet Areas
  • 10-Year Structural Warranty
  • 900 mm Cooktop and 600 mm dishwasher in the kitchen
  • Provide a 2340h x 920 w front door in lieu of the standard
  • 2700 mm Ceiling Height
  • 1 B Housing Type Compliance
  • Full T-Key Inclusions
  • Keyless Lock - Main Entrance Door & All Bedroom Doors
  • Additional Hot Water System For Additional Ensuite
  • Air Conditioner In All Bedrooms & Living Area
  • 9 Bedroom Pack

Floor plans

Rooming House Investment Property in Waurn Ponds, VIC (10.03% Yield) | Aus Investment Properties - Floor Plan 1

Forecasted value over 20 Years

Forecasted value is based on the 10 Year annualised growth.

Address 415 Catania Close Waurn Ponds, VIC 3216
City Greater Geelong
State VIC
Postcode 3216
Suburb N/A
Estate Waurn Ponds- Birchmore Estate

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Capital Growth 10-year annualised, reflects the average annual increase in a property’s value over the last decade, smoothing out short-term fluctuations to show long-term appreciation trends.

Vacancy Rate, indicates the percentage of properties that are currently unoccupied in that postcode, It’s a key indicator for investors to assess the rental demand.

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