Depot Hill Positive Cashflow – 11% Yield

Homer Blancaver
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304 East Street, Depot Hill QLD 4700: positive cashflow case study property
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Updated November 2026: we added a “Depot Hill today” section with current Stash suburb figures and what has happened to the property since. The deal figures below are from the time of the original post.

Address

304 East Street, Depot Hill, QLD 4700

Investment Strategy

Positive Cashflow/High Yield

Development Timeline

13/06/2023
Property For Sale
Offers over $199,000
01/08/2023
Estimated For Rent
$320pw

Unfortunately, this property is now listed as Under Offer. You can find more just like it Australia wide at stashproperty.com.au

Rental Insights

Stash shows rental figures for every property's suburb, including Long Term Rental Statistics (vacancy rate, homes rented in the last 12 months, median rent and potential yield) and the Long Term Yield Analyser, which compares yields by bedroom count and property type. November 2026: the screenshots below were taken in 2024. Some of the statistics shown in them, such as short-term (Airbnb) and rooming rental figures, are no longer part of the standard Stash property page.

Stash rental insights for Depot Hill, captured January 2024
Stash rental insights for Depot Hill, captured January 2024
Stash rental insights for Depot Hill, captured January 2024

Source: stashproperty.com.au

Stash rental insights for Depot Hill, captured January 2024

Investment Stats

2023

Year For Sale

15

Suburb Growth

9

Gross Yield

About the Property

Classic highset gable home ready for you.

This charming two-bedroom gem sits proudly on a level 506 m2 allotment in Depot Hill, within a heartbeat of the city center. Boasting an 8.3% gross rental return, it’s an ideal investment opportunity or a cozy haven to call your own.

Step inside and discover:

A sun-drenched open-plan living area leads to a private rear deck, perfect for alfresco dining and weekend unwinding.
Modern kitchen with a brand new gas stove, ready to unleash your inner chef.
Two comfortable bedrooms for restful nights.
a sparkling bathroom with a shower over a 900 x 900 bath and a separate toilet.
Convenient semi-internal stairs lead to the lower level, revealing a concrete garage, laundry, and storage space.
Bonus features:

a spacious 6m x 6m shed with roller doors for all your storage needs.
Ceiling fans and air conditioning for year-round comfort.
Currently tenanted to excellent tenants at $320 per week, making it a hassle-free investment.
Live easy, invest smart, thrive in Depot Hill. This home ticks all the boxes, so don’t miss out!

From the realestate.com.au listing

Depot Hill positive cashflow property overview, captured January 2024

Source: stashproperty.com.au

About the Suburb

Depot Hill is a suburb located in QLD 4700 with a population of 995 residents. The age group with the highest population is individuals aged 5 to 19 years, followed by those aged 45 to 64 years. The suburb offers a mix of demographics, including families, professionals, technicians, tradeworkers, and sales workers. Commuters mostly rely on motor vehicles for transportation, although there is also a significant number of residents who choose to work from home.

Depot Hill has a median house price of $209,000, making it an affordable option for homebuyers and investors. The suburb has shown steady growth with a median growth rate of 11.8%. The rental market in Depot Hill is also attractive, with a median rental price of $365 per week and a rental yield of 8.6%. The vacancy rate is low at 0.7%, indicating high demand for rental properties. Renovators might find opportunities in Depot Hill due to the high sale price IQR ratio of 34.2%. The market absorption rate is 29.4%, suggesting a seller’s market. Online search interest in the suburb is also significant, indicating strong buyer demand.

Depot Hill, QLD 4700 offers an affordable and attractive property market for both homebuyers and investors. The suburb has a diverse demographic mix and offers a range of amenities such as shopping, education, and public transport. With a low vacancy rate, high rental yield, and steady growth, Depot Hill presents opportunities for investors seeking rental properties. Renovators may also find potential in the suburb. Overall, Depot Hill is a suburb to consider for those looking for affordable properties with growth potential.

Sources:
– proptechdata.com.au
– Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census 2021
– Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) School Profiles 2022

Depot Hill suburb median chart from Stash, captured January 2024
Suburb Median
Depot Hill market absorption chart from Stash, captured January 2024
Market Absorption
Depot Hill suburb yield chart from Stash, captured January 2024
Suburb Yield
Depot Hill sales volume chart from Stash, captured January 2024
Sales Volume

Depot Hill today (November 2026)

Here is where the Depot Hill house market sits now. The figures cover house sales and rentals over the 12 months from November 2025.

  • Median house price: $400,000 (Stash data, November 2026)
  • 12-month change in the median house price: +8.8% (Stash data, November 2026)
  • Median house rent: $455 a week, a median gross rental yield of 6.2% (Stash data, November 2026)
  • Vacancy rate: 0.7%, with a median of 38 days on market for houses (Stash data, November 2026)

What happened to the property? 304 East Street was listed at $199,000 in June 2023. Stash's sales history shows it sold in May 2024 for $195,000, after 337 days on the market, and no later sale is recorded.

Then vs now: When this was written, the yield figures in this post were based on an estimated $320 a week against the $199,000 asking price. Today the median house yield in Depot Hill is 6.2% and the median house price is $400,000.

See the latest numbers on the Depot Hill suburb page. To look for positive cashflow deals like this one yourself, use Find On Market Deals with the Suburb Rental Yield filter.

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