Lake Macquarie — 2264

Bonnells Bay Property Market Data
Sold Prices & Trends

Settled residential sales data for Bonnells Bay NSW 2264. Sourced from NSW Valuer General. Updated Q1 2026.


Median House Price
$950,000
+4.8% year on year
Median Unit Price
$580,000
+3.9% year on year
Median Land Price
$450,000
+5.2% year on year
Annual Sales Volume
84
settled transactions
CouncilLake Macquarie
Postcode2264
Distance to Sydney~115 km
Distance to Newcastle~35 km
Train StationMorisset (8 min drive)

Recent Settled Sales

Indicative settled sales, Bonnells Bay NSW 2264. Source: NSW Valuer General. Q1 2026.

Address Type Price Settled Land m²
14 Station StreetHouse$1,020,000Mar 2026612
7 Grand ParadeHouse$1,150,000Mar 2026740
23 Sunset StripHouse$895,000Feb 2026556
41 Jennifer StreetHouse$870,000Feb 2026504
3 Alan RoadHouse$940,000Jan 2026632
19 Pacific HighwayHouse$980,000Jan 2026680
8 Avoca StreetHouse$1,080,000Dec 2025720
2/11 Grand ParadeUnit$595,000Mar 2026—
5/24 Station StreetUnit$565,000Feb 2026—
1/6 Sunset StripUnit$572,000Jan 2026—
Lot 4 Wyee RoadLand$465,000Mar 2026618
Lot 7 Jennifer StreetLand$445,000Feb 2026582
32 Alan RoadHouse$915,000Dec 2025544

Data sourced from NSW Valuer General public records. Addresses are indicative. Individual property values vary based on size, condition, outlook, and features.


Suburb Profile

About Bonnells Bay


Bonnells Bay is a residential suburb on the southern shore of Lake Macquarie, approximately 115 kilometres north of Sydney and 35 kilometres south of Newcastle. The suburb sits at the base of a peninsula, with water access to the east and the Pacific Highway corridor to the west. It has attracted steady buyer interest from Sydney relocators seeking waterfront proximity at prices that remain below the broader Hunter Valley market.

The housing stock is predominantly detached houses on generous blocks, many with direct water access or lake views. The suburb includes a mix of older fibro cottages, renovated homes, and newer builds. Block sizes typically range from 450 to 750 square metres, with some larger irregular blocks on the waterfront.

Infrastructure is modest but functional. The suburb has a small commercial strip, access to Morisset train station via an eight-minute drive, and connects to the M1 Pacific Motorway. The Morisset hospital precinct provides employment for local residents, and the Westfield Kotara centre is accessible within 30 minutes.

The demographic profile is mixed. Long-term residents, younger families, and semi-retirees coexist in the suburb. Rental demand is solid, supported by proximity to Morisset employment and the broader Lake Macquarie lifestyle offering.

Quick Facts
Suburb typeResidential, waterfront access
Typical block size450–750 m²
Nearest major centreMorisset (8 min)
Train accessMorisset Station
School catchmentBonnells Bay Public
Zoning (typical)R2 Low Density Residential

Buyer Perspective

Is Bonnells Bay a Good Buy?


This section is educational, not financial advice. Whether Bonnells Bay suits your situation depends on your goals, timeline, and financial position. That said, here are the factors buyers typically weigh.

The suburb has recorded consistent year-on-year price growth across the past three years, driven by lifestyle-seeking buyers from Sydney and Newcastle. Entry prices for houses remain below $1 million at the median, which keeps it accessible for first-time investors and owner-occupiers. Land prices in the $420,000 to $490,000 range suggest development feasibility warrants investigation for sites meeting council requirements.

Key considerations include limited train access (bus or car to Morisset required), a modest local retail offering, and flood overlay affecting some low-lying lots. Buyers focused on capital growth have generally preferred north-facing properties with water views or direct access. Yield-focused investors have found the unit market more competitive, with gross rental yields in the 4.2 to 4.8 percent range at current prices.

FWG Advisory works with investors assessing sites in Bonnells Bay. We have completed development at 82 Station Street and 48 Grand Parade in this suburb. If you want a grounded assessment of a specific site or opportunity, we welcome the conversation.


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