858 River DriveEmpire Vale NSW 2478
Property Details for 858 River Dr, Empire Vale
Last Listing description (June 2026)
Set on 2.5 acres, the two-storey brick home enjoys sweeping views of the Richmond River, farmland, and surrounding hills. Designed to maximise natural light, the north-facing home features four spacious bedrooms, three bathrooms, a country-style kitchen, cocktail bar, media room, and multiple living area, all with scenic outlooks.
A separate, modern studio sits privately away from the main house. It’s fully self-contained with open-plan living, kitchenette, bathroom, laundry, and large windows overlooking the river—ideal for guests or extended family.
Additional features include a large shed with office space, a double garage, and room for extra storage for boats, caravans, or vehicles.
Key Features:
4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Multiple living areas including media room
River-facing verandah and upstairs deck
Self-contained granny flat with carport
Large shed with office space
Ceiling fans, gas outlet, and wood fire in studio
Conveniently located just 5 km to West Ballina (via Burns Point Ferry), 12 km to Ballina-Byron Airport, and 40 km to Byron Bay.
South Ballina Beach is just 3 km away, perfect for whale watching and spotting dolphins.
A rare lifestyle property just minutes from Ballina, this elegant home offers peaceful rural living close to town and the beach.
A versatile waterfront property offering space, privacy, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle.
NB. Positioned on elevated land, the home was not affected by the 2022 floods.
Please feel welcome to inspect with exclusive agent Gabrielle Thompson.
Property History for 858 River Dr, Empire Vale, NSW 2478
- 20 Nov 2025Listed for Sale $1,540,000
- 27 Apr 2023Listed for Rent $450 / week
- 14 Dec 2019Listed for Rent $590 / week
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0About Empire Vale 2478
The size of Empire Vale is approximately 15.1 square kilometres. The population of Empire Vale in 2016 was 173 people. By 2021 the population was 185 showing a population growth of 6.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Empire Vale is 50-59 years. Households in Empire Vale are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $2400 - $2999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Empire Vale work in a labourer occupation.In 2021, 79.70% of the homes in Empire Vale were owner-occupied compared with 92.00% in 2016.
Empire Vale has 114 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Empire Vale have seen a 4.00% increase in median value. As at 31 May 2026:
- The median value for Houses in Empire Vale is $977,611 while the median value for Units is $1,262,525.
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