Hidden Gems: Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW

Amazing Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW Under $2 Million

After slumping in the second half of 2022, the median value of farm land for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales lifted in the first half of this year, jumping 44.4 per cent half-on-half and 15.9 per cent year-on-year to $12,834/hectare.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: Market Trends

The bounce back in values was struck on lower transaction volumes, which were 5.6 per cent lower than the second half of last year and 18.3 down on the corresponding half of 2022, according to the Australian Farmland Values Mid-Year Update 2023 produced by Rural Bank.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales saw prices rebound in the first half of 2023. Credit: Destination NSW

Following the recovery, Northern Rivers NSW ranks as the third most expensive region for farm land, just behind the more fancied south east (Bega Valley, Goulburn, Queanbeyan, Shoalhaven, Snowy Monaro, Yass Valley) at $13,937/hectare and the Hunter (Cessnock, Maitland, Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter) at $13,625/hectare.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales rank as the third most expensive region for farm land in the state

Indeed, while the region’s median price fell 9.6 per cent to $9,800/hectare in the second half of 2022, this followed six consecutive years of growth. The 20-year CAGR for the region remained healthy at 6.3 per cent.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales - farm land prices in Kyogle hit $11,662/ha. Credit: Destination NSW

Within the region, Lismore ranks as the most expensive area to buy farm land ($22,081/ha), followed by Bellingen ($15,980/ ha), Tweed ($15,754/ha), Nambucca Valley ($12,242/ha), Kyogle ($11,662/ha), Coffs Harbour ($10,193/ha), Richmond Valley ($9,559/ha), Port Macquarie-Hastings($9,266/ha), Kempsey ($8,637/ha) and Clarence Valley ($6,573/ha).

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: Investment Opportunities

With its location close to some of Australia’s best beaches, humid subtropical climate and relaxed lifestyle, less than an hour’s drive to Gold Coast Airport, it’s not surprising that Northern Rivers NSW farm land ranks as among the most sought-after – and expensive – farm land in the state.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales - conveniently located close to tourism spots like Tweed. Credit: Destination NSW

From coastal living to lush hinterland, the region – comprising the shires of the Tweed, Kyogle, Ballina, Byron, Lismore, and the Richmond and Clarence valleys – boasts a population of more than 310,000 residents and in excess of 200,000 jobs.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales - average prices jumped 44.4 per cent half-on-half in the first six months of 2023

The region spans from the western agricultural hinterland (Kyogle and Richmond Valley, Casino), through to the services hub of Lismore, to the coastal communities of Byron, Ballina and some easterly sections of the Richmond Valley.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales benefit from rich volcanic soils, sub-tropical climate and high rainfall

It is home to thriving construction, health, financial services, retail, and tourism and hospitality industries. And with its rich volcanic soils, sub-tropical climate and high rainfall, the region also derives significant income from agriculture, forestry and fishing.

Rural properties for sale Northern Rivers New South Wales are close to some of Australia’s best beaches, including Byron

Beef production is the dominant agricultural activity, followed by fruit and nuts (especially macadamias), nurseries, cut flowers and cultivated turf, sugarcane, and milk and poultry. Other key produce includes vegetables and pork.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: Farmbuy’s Five Favourites

Surprisingly, there’s still opportunities to secure rural properties for sale Northern Rivers NSW at affordable prices.

Check out our five favourite affordable rural properties for sale Northern Rivers NSW – or click on the following link for more rural properties for sale Northern Rivers NSW.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: 202 Koonorigan Road, Koonorigan ($1.68m)

This immaculately presented rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW represents the finest of real estate offerings in its price-bracket. The magnificent land is typically Koonorigan – picturesque evergreen gently sloping plateau with world-class views of the mountain ranges beyond.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts world-class views of the mountain ranges beyond

There’s a spring-fed creek running through which has never dried up, and the bulk of the 12-hectare parcel is cleared and beautifully maintained for cattle.

It is lightly studded with specimen trees and has rainforest pockets at its perimeter. Making the most of the north/north-west aspect, there’s a fabulous coffee plantation on one section. The vendors currently outsource the labour for this venture and gain a tidy income from the coffee.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features pockets of rainforest and a fabulous coffee plantation 

The rural property's soils are volcanic and rich marked by bountiful and fruitful gardens around the immediate yards of the main dwelling.

The mostly self-maintaining gardens contain gravel pathways and stone stepping, and you are virtually transported to another world on the garden walks.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes a homestead with grand entrance, timber floors, and marble finishes

Boasting a grand entrance, the homestead features wide-board timber floating floors, opulent marble finishes and high-end appliances in the open-plan kitchen.

As well as a large living room, the home boasts two recreation rooms; one a library and one a dual reclining space for “coffee and reading with a view”.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes a large living room, open-plan kitchen and two recreation rooms

There are four double bedrooms, all with access to bathrooms and built-in wardrobes, and there’s a unique office gallery-style opening to the living room so you can work and still enjoy the views.

The gorgeous home is insulated, air conditioned and has ceiling fans throughout. This is all supported by the inclusion of solar to the mains power.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW offers four double bedrooms, all with access to bathrooms and built-in wardrobes

As well as the main dwelling with its attached two-bay lock up garage, there’s a remote self-contained accommodation which adjoins a large two-bay machinery shed.

Comfortable and well-appointed, this lovely space enjoys proximity to the pool area and equally shares the valley and mountain views with the main home.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts self-contained accommodation which adjoins a two-bay machinery shed

The large swimming pool is a beautiful area in itself. Designed with a good deal of family space around it and having access to the family bedroom end of the home, it has a split-level lawn area for family fun.

And after the late afternoon swim in the pool, you can retire to the jewel in the crown of this property; the home’s entertaining deck where you can party, lounge, dine or just relax with your own artisan coffee and marvel at the sunset beyond.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features an expansive entertaining deck and large swimming pool

Click on the following link for more information on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW at 202 Koonorigan Road, Koonorigan.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: 1163 Williams Road, Lillian Rock ($1.29m)

If you're looking for acreage with exceptional views and plenty of growth potential, then you must consider this beautiful property. Situated in a prime tourist location on the road to the Border Ranges National Park, the possibilities are endless.

The original weatherboard farmhouse rests on the ridge with breathtaking north-easterly views across the farm to the forested foothills of the Border Ranges, Hanging Rock and beyond to Wollumbin (Mount Warning).

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts breathtaking views across the farm to the foothills of the Border Ranges

Maintaining her 100-year-old charm with three-metre high ceilings, rich hardwood floors, Veejay lining boards and casement windows, she lives on in the modern era reminding us of past qualities rarely seen in today’s construction.

The three bedrooms are all well-sized and the central living room is a cool and cosy retreat from the hot days of summer, or in the cold nights of winter heated by a brand new woodfire.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features a 100-year-old home with high ceilings, hardwood floors, and VJ walls

The kitchen/dining room is positioned to maximise the views and opens out to a deck on the north-east corner. The funky bathroom has a modern free-standing bath from which Hanging Rock is framed by a floor-to-ceiling window, a separate shower, and newly fitted his and hers wash basins.

A walk-through study takes you to the laundry/mudroom and out to the backyard where there are four raised garden beds just waiting to be filled with your sustainable veggie gardens.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes a kitchen/dining room positioned to maximise the views

A wrap-around entrance veranda positioned on the south-east of the homestead is the perfect place to relax in mid-summer.

What's more, a brand new two-bay carport has recently been added at the entrance to the home along with a stunning new deck and outdoor entertainment area.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW offers a wrap-around veranda and new deck and outdoor entertainment area

The land is 79 acres (32 hectares) in size with a mix of soils from volcanic red, to rich chocolate, to sandy loam, making a variety of agricultural ventures possible.

The cleared land is fully fenced with three internal paddocks and four-wheel drive tracks to almost every corner. It will run 25 head of cattle and a large spring-fed dam has a water licence for agriculture.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW comprises 32 hectares of fully fenced, cleared land with rich volcanic soils

An established orchard has mangoes, citrus and macadamia, to name a few. Pockets of tall timbers, including rainforest and hardwoods, have beautiful walking tracks throughout.

Multiple gates from Kyogle and Williams Roads make the whole property easily accessible. Three seasonal creeks traverse the property, the largest of which has a weir and a picturesque waterfall.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features a dam and pockets of tall timbers, including rainforest and hardwoods

A massive shed has endless tourist potential for the savvy investor, motor mechanic, builder. A one car lockable garage sits beside this shed. A further 9m x 4m shed and four-bay carport are situated close to the home.

Located 15 minutes to Nimbin, 30 minutes to Kyogle, 40 minutes to Murwillumbah and just over an hour to the Gold Coast airport and beaches, this is the ideal hinterland lifestyle property.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts a massive shed which has tourist potential for the savvy investor

Click on the following link for more information on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW at 1163 Williams Road, Lillian Rock.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: 65 Brazels Road, Bentley ($1.15m)

Introducing a stunning property with a beautiful four-bedroom home nestled in an elevated position, offering a harmonious blend of comfort and style.

This remarkable property boasts a range of desirable features that are sure to captivate any discerning buyer.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW offers a beautiful four-bedroom home nestled in an elevated position

Step inside and be greeted by the spacious open-plan living areas, providing an inviting atmosphere for relaxation and entertainment. The silky oak timber kitchen offers elegance and functionality, providing a delightful space for culinary enthusiasts to create their masterpieces.

Enjoy the serenity of the outdoors from the undercover veranda, which wraps around two sides of the property.

The homestead on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes spacious open-plan living areas

Situated on a sprawling 86-acre (35-hectare) parcel of land, this property offers ample space for various activities and pursuits. This could include a hip camp setup or continue to run cattle like the current owner.

The well-drained basalt soil provides fertile ground for your agricultural endeavours with the capacity to run 30+ breeders.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features a wrap-around veranda and elegant timber kitchen 

For those in need of storage or workspace, the 18m x 9m machinery shed is a valuable asset. Furthermore, the property features four dams that have been recently cleaned out, ensuring a reliable water supply for livestock or irrigation purposes.

Completing this exceptional package is a good set of metal yards with a loading ramp adjoining the shed, providing convenience for livestock management.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes a machinery shed and four dams ensuring reliable water supply

Embrace sustainable living with the 1.5kW solar system, ensuring energy efficiency and reduced utility costs. Additionally, a generous 66,000-litre and two 22,000-litre water tanks supplies the house.

This property is in the centre of the ‘Golden Triangle’, being a convenient 20-minute drive to Casino, Kyogle and Lismore – and just 60km away from Byron Bay.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW comes with a chicken coop and a good set of metal cattle yards 

Click on the following link for more information on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW at 65 Brazels Road, Bentley.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: 975 Green Pigeon Road, Green Pigeon ($1.3-$1.43m)

Sitting in pride of place and overlooking the historical village of Green Pigeon, this 167-acre (67.5-hectare) fully off-grid rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW has been lovingly tended, regenerated and nurtured by current owners for almost 25 years.

But with change comes opportunity and this one is not to be missed!

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW comprises 67.5 hectares with frontage to the crystal waters of Fawcetts Creek

An elevated holding with frontage to the crystal waters of Fawcetts Creek as well as Johnsons Creek (a tributary) meandering through the western paddocks you are in the best position for the elements be it flood or drought.

The property features a three-bedroom farmhouse perched in perfect position on the hilltop for 360-degree views of the surrounding Border Ranges and includes distant waterfalls cascading down into Fawcetts Basin.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features a three-bedroom farmhouse perched on the hilltop for 360-degree views

Fenced into six paddocks, all with water for stock, the soil types range from basalt clay soil to alluvial creek flats for ideal rotation of stock and also small-scale crop production.

The original 1920’s Queenslander home was relocated in 2015 and at that time the roof, plumbing and wiring were all newly updated. Inside features Hoop Pine flooring throughout, high ceilings and VJ timber internal walls and the bonus of two sunrooms/enclosed verandas currently used as his and hers studies.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW is fnced into six paddocks, all with water for livestock

The country-style kitchen features gas cooking and a wood stove which heats the home and also backs up the solar hot water if required. The property is fully off grid, with 3.75kW solar and 48-volt tubular gel battery storage.

Attached to the home and perfect for either storage or an extension of the current floorplan are two 40ft containers on steel footings. Separate to that is another container-constructed workshop with roof awning currently used for storage.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes a country-style kitchen, Hoop Pine, high ceilings and VJ timber walls

In addition to this is a 6m x 12m machinery shed, cattle yards, plenty of water storage with four 22,000-litre tanks, three dams (one spring-fed) plus a well which gravity feeds to irrigate the creek paddock in which current owners have successfully grown garlic for many years.

There is also a mature orchard and raised vegetable garden beds.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts plenty of water with four 22,000-litre tanks, three dams and a well 

The history of the property is cattle production and current owners run a conservative 30 breeders with calves very comfortably on around on 70 per cent of the acreage.

The remaining 30 per cent is dedicated to regeneration, with untouched rainforest pockets, mature re-vegetation along the creeks, and a mature Hoop Pine forest offering shade and shelter for both cattle and wildlife.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW has a history of cattle production and features untouched rainforest pockets

The village of Green Pigeon, although small in population, is big on heart and there is a strong and supportive local community to become a part of with many social gatherings, a local hall, and even produce swaps.

This property is located under 20 minutes to Kyogle and within a 2.5-hour drive to Brisbane or Gold Coast for domestic and international airports.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW is located under 20 minutes to Kyogle and within 2.5 hours of Brisbane

Click on the following link for more information on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW at 975 Green Pigeon Road, Green Pigeon.

Affordable Rural Properties For Sale Northern Rivers NSW: Wyrallah ($1.8m)

‘Alexanders View’ is a truly exceptional rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW that has been cherished by the same family for more than a century.

Nestled on 71 acres (28.7 hectares) of picturesque land, this estate offers a serene and private retreat for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW is nestled on 28.7 hectares of picturesque land, offering a peaceful lifestyle

As you enter through the long private driveway, you’ll be greeted by the magnificent sight of a 60-year-old fig tree and meticulously landscaped gardens.

The homestead, constructed in 2005, maintains the original footprint while incorporating modern touches. Step inside to discover a foyer entrance, four spacious bedrooms, and two bathrooms, providing ample space for comfortable living.

The homestead on this rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW maintains the original footprint while incorporating modern touches

The semi-formal living areas seamlessly blend family dining and lounge rooms, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining.

Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of polished Sydney blue gum floors, high ceilings, and French doors that open onto wide verandas.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW includes semi-formal living areas blending with family dining and lounge rooms

The well-appointed timber kitchen not only offers functionality but also provides breathtaking views of the gardens and rural backdrop, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere.

In addition to the main residence, ‘Alexander View’ boasts impressive outbuildings. An enormous five-bay machinery/storage shed provides ample space for all your storage needs.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW boasts a well-appointed timber kitchen with breathtaking views 

The property also features the original dairy, complete with stockyards, as well as the original stables and adjoining horse arena, catering to equestrian enthusiasts.

Designed with grazing in mind, this property offers frontage to both the Wilson River and Pearces Creek. The majority of the land gently slopes from low hills to creek flats, providing a versatile landscape for various purposes.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW features original dairy, stockyards, and original stables and horse arena

Water is abundant, with a permanent well, equipped with a windmill, town water connection, and an existing 49-megalitre irrigation license with irrigator.

‘Alexanders View’ presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history and create your own legacy.

This affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of history and create your own legacy

Click on the following link for more information on this affordable rural property for sale Northern Rivers NSW at Wyrallah.