South Australia’s cheapest blocks of land revealed including Minnipa and Coober Pedy
Whether you are sick of the city life or just looking for a change these cheap blocks of property are worth a look – some for under $10,000.
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Have big city COVID-19 blues got you down and looking to get well and truly away from it all?
Rural South Australia has plenty of cheap blocks of land up for grabs.
While being able to buy land at under $10,000 may seem like a pipedream, if Far West living appeals, there is land available in the Eyre Peninsula town of Minnipa for only $9500.
But you might want to get in quick, with plenty of cheap country blocks already under offer, including land at the Mid North town of Terowie for an astonishing $4500.
LOT 125 JAMES STREET, MINNIPA
Price: $9500
Size: 1011 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 611km
Population: 177
If you’re after the quiet life in a small town of 177 people, for only $9500, a massive 1011sq m block is available in Minnipa.
It backs onto a sealed road, with council rates of only $549.15 a year.
This Eyre Peninsula town is home to the Minnipa Agricultural Centre, an experimental farm established by the State Government in 1915 to give farming families insight into what may or may not work in the area.
Today, the 1200-hectare centre continues to make major contributions to the state’s agriculture research.
LOT 5 ITALIAN CLUB ROAD, COOBER PEDY
Price: $10,000
Size: 600 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 849km
Population: 1762
Looking to well and truly get away from it all, more than 800km away from Adelaide? Coober Pedy could be the ticket, particularly if you like the heat.
This 600sq m block is going for only $10,000 and offers good views.
It is also close to the centre of Coober Pedy and is connected to the mining town’s Main Street sewer system.
19 RAWNSLEY STREET, HAWKER
Price: $13,990
Size: 1011 square metres
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 403km
Population: 237
Think a fully fenced block of more than 1000 square metres for less than $14,000 is impossible?
How about creating a dream home in the scenic Flinders Ranges?
This bargain block of land is located in the centre of Hawker and just over 100km from all the major services in Port Augusta.
39-41 SECOND STREET, SHERINGA
Price: $15,000
Size: 1012 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 683km
Population: 31
For beach lovers who want to get away from it all, Sheringa on the Eyre Peninsula boasts some of the most stunning coastline in SA.
There are three large allotments available at Sheringa for only $15,000 each and only just a few minutes drive from the local beach.
While it is only 130km from all the services available at Port Lincoln, don’t expect to find a lot in the town, which contains a hall, church, CFS and roadhouse.
JAMES STREET & FLORENCE STREET, JAMESTOWN
Price: $15,000-$50,000
Size: 1200-4000 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 218km
Population: 1561
Jamestown is in the heart of Mid North sheep producer country – with its monthly sheep sale attracting visitors from far and wide.
There are 12 allotments on offer on the eastern side of town, starting from $15,000.
With plenty of heritage features, Jamestown offers a laid-back lifestyle in the heart of productive farming country.
4 WILLIAM STREET, BOOLEROO CENTRE
Price: $17,000
Size: 1447 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 266km
Population: 516
How does a massive 1447sq m to create your ideal home sound?
It’s on offer in the Flinders Ranges town of Booleroo Centre for only $17,000.
Located walking distance to the towns amenities, this block could offer a great spot for a tree change.
7 NORTH TERRACE, KAROONDA
Price: $17,500
Size: 949 m²
Distance to Adelaide CBD: 146km
Population: 512
The small Mallee town of Karoonda has attracted attention in recent years for its stunning silo art in its main street.
Located only a couple of hours from Adelaide and half an hour from Murray Bridge, Karoonda is an agricultural powerhouse, with prime sheep/crop producing country and a yearly farm fair.
This block is close to the town’s school and Karoonda township services.
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