Four Of The Best Rural Properties For Sale Grafton NSW

Grafton Bucks The Trend With Rise In House Prices

The Coffs Harbour-Grafton region of NSW was one of only seven sub-regions to record a rise in house values in August, according to CoreLogic’s latest national Home Value Index (HVI).

The region registered a 0.6 per cent increase in the month against a national decline of 1.6 per cent, the fourth consecutive month of deflation and the largest month-on-month drop since 1983.

Other sub-regions to report an increase in house prices in August were the northern suburbs of Adelaide (0.9 per cent) and Perth’s North East and Mandurah (0.6 per cent / 0.5 per cent).

Above: The Clarence River, Grafton - one of only seven sub-regions to record a rise in house values in August. Credit: Destination NSW

All up, Corelogic found regional home values were down a marginally lower 1.5 per cent in August compared with a 1.6 per cent fall in values across the combined capitals.

Between March 2020 and January 2022 regional dwelling values surged more than 40 per cent compared with a 25.5 per cent rise for the combined capitals.

“The largest falls in regional home values are emanating from the commutable lifestyle hubs where housing values had surged prior to the recent rate hikes,” says CoreLogic’s research director, Tim Lawless.

Above: Grafton - the central township in the Clarence Valley remains a regional property hotspot. Credit: Destination NSW

“Over the past three months, values are down eight per cent across the Richmond-Tweed, 4.8 per cent across the Southern Highlands-Shoalhaven market and 4.5 per cent across Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.”

It’s no surprise Grafton – the central township in the Clarence Valley in the Northern Rivers region of NSW – remains a property hotspot.

Just south of Byron Bay, the Clarence Valley offers an unrivalled landscape shaped by rivers, beaches, World Heritage-listed rainforest reserves and lush countryside, and is characterised by a unique combination of sleepy fishing villages and coastal and rural hamlets – all within a three-hour drive of Brisbane.

Above: Grafton offers an unrivalled landscape of rivers, beaches, rainforest reserves and lush countryside. Credit: Destination NSW

Drawing its name from the mighty Clarence River, the Valley encompasses the inland towns of Grafton and McLean, the charming riverside village of Ulmarra, and the coastal enclaves of Iluka, Yamba and Wooli.

If you’re looking to make a ‘tree change’ to one of the region’s rural communities, check out four of our favourite rural properties for sale Grafton NSW Region below – or click on the following link for more rural properties for sale Grafton NSW Region.

Rural Properties For Sale Grafton NSW Region: Goodwood Island

This rare and absolute Clarence River waterfront property, located at the eastern tip of Goodwood Island, offers three parcels of agricultural land with more than six kilometres of waterfront comprising sandy beaches, deep water and fabulous views to Yamba, Iluka and the mountain ranges to the west.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region boasts six kilometres of rare frontage to the mighty Clarence River 

‘Riverland’ comprises approximately 123.62 hectares (306 acres) of rich and fertile paddocks which have held up to 100 head of cattle but are also suited to other agricultural activities including fruit or nut trees.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region comprises 123.62ha of rich and fertile paddocks suitable for cropping and grazing

Throughout the property are pockets of natural bushland with an abundance of tree varieties, both picturesque and providing ample shade. ‘Riverland’ comes with cattle yards, freshwater wildlife ponds, plenty of shedding, a boat ramp, two additional building entitlements and a DA approval for an eco-tourist resort comprising 50 two-bedroom self-contained and elevated bungalows, an auditorium, office facilities, manager’s residence, 60-seat restaurant and parking area.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region has run up to 100 head of cattle but is also suited to other agricultural activities

Council will allow jetties or additional boat ramps subject to consultation and approval between Fisheries and Waterways. The mighty Clarence River is world-renowned for its fishing, crabbing and water sports and can be done from this property’s doorstep.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region has DA approval for an eco-tourist resort comprising 50 self-contained bungalows

Surrounded on three sides by waterfront to the Clarence River and the North Arm, the property currently houses two modern, fully renovated cottages featuring quality polished hardwood floors, two bathrooms in each and surrounded by wide decks with handicapped access facing the view.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region currently houses two renovated cottages featuring quality polished hardwood floors

The property, which also boasts an 800-metre airstrip, is just 10 minutes to Yamba by boat, 15 minutes’ drive to Iluka, 20 minutes’ drive to Maclean, one hour to Byron/Ballina Airport and under two hours to the Gold Coast International Airport.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region is surrounded on three sides by waterfront to the Clarence River and North Arm

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Grafton NSW Region at Goodwood Island.

Rural Properties For Sale Grafton NSW Region: 602 Lawrence Road, Alumy Creek

The stunning ‘Southgate’ is a stately country manor with a modern twist, set on 47 hectares (116 acres) of premium floodplain grazing land just five minutes’ drive from Grafton.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region boasts a stunning stately country manor set on 47 hectares of premium grazing land

Set amidst beautiful, established gardens, the beautifully restored and renovated home, built circa 1925, has all the charm of yesteryear but with modern lifestyle twists.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region has all the charm of yesteryear including original pressed metal features

The home includes a stunning 54sqm outdoor veranda space to enjoy the summer breezes off the Clarence River flat and entertain your guests as you look over the post-and-rail paddocks across your holding to the horizon beyond. The established garden casts beautiful shade across the lawns and provides easy access to the stables, yards and shed to make the farm jobs a pleasure.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region includes a 54sqm outdoor veranda space to enjoy the summer breezes off the river

Ceilings are an impressive 13-feet high with original pressed metal features, and the renovated kitchen and large bathroom will appeal to the most discerning of buyers.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region has a renovated kitchen and bathroom that will appeal to the most discerning buyer

The farm offers scope for a diverse income whether you want to carry bullocks, breeders or horses. There are three main paddocks with a central lane way for ease of mustering. All paddocks are connected to mains water and have cement troughs; while fencing is in excellent condition, with mains electric fencing around six horse paddocks, three of which have double shelters.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region offers three main paddocks with a central lane way for ease of mustering

Excellent grazing and fattening properties with quality homestead and infrastructure just do not come on the market regularly.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Grafton NSW Region at 602 Lawrence Road, Alumy Creek.

Rural Properties For Sale Grafton NSW Region: 2469 Kangaroo Creek Road, Kangaroo Creek

Offered for sale for the first time in 16 years, this 110.7-hectare (274-acre) property encompasses a wide valley floor with fertile, arable creek flats rising, at first gently and then more steeply, to a northern plateau containing stands of native forest timber.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region comprises 110.7ha of fertile, arable creek flats rising to a northern plateau

Approximately 48.5 hectares of the land is cleared, pastured land, with the residual steeper timbered country. This productive property has, in the past, run 28 beef breeders, producing vealers to the local market fattened on extensive improved pastures. With the Towallum River acting as a midway marker, the current programming in place allows for around 50 weaner steers to grow on the south western side of the river covering approximately eight paddocks.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region includes 48.5ha of cleared, pastured land with residual timbered country

The property features a rotational grazing system and a larger hill paddock, with laneways leading to the extensive cattle handling facilities. There are approximately 11 fenced paddocks, consisting primarily of barbed wire and steel posts throughout. What’s more, there are two paddocks of around 8.1 hectares combined used for harvesting, at present hay.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region boasts a creek running through the property, multiple dams and plenty of storage

The property features a two-bedroom brick home currently returning $310p/w from long-term tenants. A second dwelling, which is not approved for living, adds to the stunning design. The central courtyard captures the serenity with its greenery and beautiful display of flora and fauna.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region includes a two-bedroom brick home as well as a second (unapproved) dwelling

The shed that surrounds the courtyard is where the current tenants call home and features three bedrooms and an open-plan living/kitchen/dining area with windows to follow the sun throughout the day.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region features a shed with three bedrooms and open-plan living/kitchen/dining area

Eight batteries and four solar panels deliver completely off-grid living, alongside two 5,000-gallon water tanks and extra storage for the caravan, boat and tractor. Water is a feature of the property, with the permanent Towallum Creek running through the site and providing the source for a reticulated water system to farm gardens and stock troughs in many of the paddocks along with five stock dams and two spring-fed dams. A pump and generator are included in the sale.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region boasts completely off-grid power and water supplies

A 24m x 10m hay shed is available to store lucerne hay produced on the property. Established vegetable gardens and orchards produce quality fruit and vegetables which are supplied to local fruiterers for retail sale. Located about 43km south of Grafton, the property is serviced by a sealed council road, mains power, NBN satellite broadband, daily mail, school bus and council garbage and recycle bin service.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Grafton NSW Region at 2469 Kangaroo Creek Road, Kangaroo Creek.

Rural Properties For Sale Grafton NSW Region: Lot 436 Bonnie Place, Kremnos

If you’ve been searching for the perfect escape from city living, this home – conveniently located between Grafton and Coffs Harbour on a private 40 hectares (100 acres) – is ideal.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region comprises 40ha capturing the surrounding picturesque forest outlook and views

Situated just a short 40-minute drive from key regional centre of Coffs Harbour, this home has the perfect north-east aspect to the surrounding picturesque forest outlook and views.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region is perfect for those searching for an escape from city living

Among the few larger-sized land holdings still available in this highly sought-after region, this rural property boasts four large bedrooms and a modern bathroom and ensuite.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region includes a big home with four large bedrooms and modern bathroom and ensuite

The home also has a new kitchen and two great outdoor entertainment areas with fireplace and BBQ, perfect to take in all of the views or just relax by the large inground pool.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region boasts two great outdoor entertainment areas including inground swimming pool

Outside the home, there’s plenty of storage space with the 12m x 7.5m high-roof Colorbond shed, plus ample water storage and even an irrigation licence to the Orora River.

Above: This rural property for sale Grafton NSW region includes plenty of shedding space as well as abundant water supply and storage

This is a great opportunity for a larger family or current or propsective farmer looking for space, water and privacy, with the land ideally suited for agricultural pursuits.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Grafton NSW Region at Lot 436 Bonnie Place, Kremnos.