Welcome to 80 Gists Road, a beautifully positioned property offering the perfect blend of tranquillity, privacy and convenience. Set in one of Smythesdale's most tightly-held pockets, this home invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and enjoy the true essence of country living all while being just a short drive from Ballarat.
Surrounded by established trees and natural landscape, this property delivers the peaceful rural lifestyle so many buyers are now seeking. Whether you're dreaming of hobby farming, space for the kids to explore, or simply a quiet escape from the city, this address ticks every box.
Key Features
A generous 10 acre approx parcel of land offering room to spread out, create, grow and enjoy.
A comfortable and inviting home with great potential to style, renovate or extend (STCA).
Beautifully private setting.
The perfect blend of cleared land and natural surrounds.
Ample space for shedding, animals, gardens or outdoor entertaining.
The Lifestyle
Living in Smythesdale means embracing a calm, community-oriented lifestyle. Enjoy weekend walks on the nearby BallaratSkipton Rail Trail, coffee at local cafs, and all the convenience of everyday essentials just moments from home. With Ballarat only a short commute away, you get the best of both worlds rural living without compromise.
This location suits a wide range of buyers: families wanting space, downsizers seeking peace, hobby farmers, and those simply wanting to escape the suburban grind.
Why 80 Gists Road?
Because properties offering this much space, privacy and value are becoming harder to find. Whether you're looking for your forever home or a lifestyle upgrade, this is a rare opportunity to secure a slice of country living with endless potential.
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The size of Smythesdale is approximately 41.0 square kilometres. There is 1 park, covering nearly 35.6% of the total area. The population of Smythesdale in 2016 was 1032 people. By 2021 the population was 1189 showing a population growth of 15.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Smythesdale is 50-59 years. Households in Smythesdale are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Smythesdale work in a trades occupation.In 2021, 91.20% of the homes in Smythesdale were owner-occupied compared with 92.20% in 2016.
Smythesdale has 674 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Smythesdale have seen a 2.40% increase in median value. As at 30 June 2026:
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