The cheapest residential block we found within 15 km of Melbourne's CBD.*
$250,000 for about 205 m², 13.5 km from the CBD, in established Gowanbrae. Cheaper than any other priced residential block we found inside 15 km on 18 September 2026.
Enquire about 12 Duranta Drive*Based on all residential blocks advertised with a price on Homely, plus a general web search, within 15 km of Melbourne's CBD on 18 September 2026. 12 Duranta Drive was the lowest priced. The next lowest was $330,000-$360,000 (Kealba, 14.6 km). The only cheaper land inside 15 km was unserviced industrial land in Sunshine North, which is not residential. realestate.com.au and Domain were not included. Three small lots inside 15 km showed no price and could not be compared.
Why this block
On 18 September 2026 we checked every residential block advertised with a price on Homely within 15 km of Melbourne's CBD, and ran a web search as well. At $250,000, 12 Duranta Drive was the lowest. The next was $330,000-$360,000 in Kealba, 14.6 km out. The only cheaper land inside 15 km was unserviced industrial land in Sunshine North, which is not residential. realestate.com.au and Domain were not part of the check, and three small lots showed no price.
The numbers
The asking price is $250,000. The block is approx. 205 m2 according to the listing, to be confirmed on title. It is about 13.5 km north-west of the CBD. Gowanbrae's median house value is about $995,000 (OnTheHouse, August 2026), so the land costs about a quarter of that. If your land and build contract together come to $750,000 or less, you may be eligible for the Victorian $10,000 First Home Owner Grant for a new home. Check the current rules at sro.vic.gov.au.
What you could build
A compact block like this suits a narrow-lot two-storey home. On lots of around 200 m2 in Melbourne, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a single garage is a typical layout. Any design needs council approval, and there is no permit in place today. Talk to a builder with narrow-lot plans before you commit.
Who this suits
First home buyers who want to build new within 15 km of the CBD. People who work around Melbourne Airport, Essendon Fields or the north-west. Builders who need a small site for a client or a narrow-lot design.
The suburb
Gowanbrae is an established suburb, built mostly in the 1990s and 2000s, with a village-style shopping strip. Gowanbrae Primary and parks along the Moonee Ponds Creek are nearby. The Tullamarine Freeway is close and Melbourne Airport is about 5 minutes away. Westfield Airport West and Essendon Fields are also nearby.
How to enquire
Use the form below and the owner will reply directly, usually the same day. Ask for the title plan, the vendor's statement (Section 32) or a time to walk the site. The block is also listed with Jason Barbara if you would rather go through the agent.
Questions
How big is the block?
The listing gives approx. 205 m2. Please confirm the exact area and dimensions on the title plan before you make an offer. You can ask the agent for a copy.
Is there a planning or building permit?
No. There is no permit in place. Any home you build will need council approval, and a builder or town planner can tell you what is likely to be approved on a lot this size.
What is the price guide?
The vendor is asking $250,000. The block was first advertised in December 2025 by expressions of interest with a guide of $240,000-$260,000.
How can I inspect the block?
It is a vacant block at 12 Duranta Drive, Gowanbrae VIC 3043, so you can see it from the street. To walk the site or ask questions, contact the agent, Jason Barbara, through LANDING_URL.
Enquire
Or email [email protected].
Listed with Jason Barbara. Enquiries through this page reach the owner directly.