446 Chewko Road, Mareeba QLD 4880
Productive mango and pomegranate farm with water security, two residences, farm infrastructure and future income growth potential.
A$2,399,000
treated as gross until verified
prime rural land
or staff residence
Simple Property Summary
446 Chewko Road is an established horticultural farm located about 7 minutes from Mareeba CBD. The property includes producing mangoes, producing and maturing pomegranates, strong water assets, two residences and useful farm infrastructure.
The listing uses the word “earnings” and states up to A$500,000 / ₹3.50 crore per year once all pomegranate trees mature and reach full production. For safety, this page treats that figure as agent-stated projected gross farm income, not confirmed net profit, unless the seller provides verified accounts proving it is profit after expenses.
Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Property Type | Rural / Farming |
| Land Size | 33.18 ha / approx. 81 acres |
| Location | 5.8 km / approx. 7 minutes to Mareeba CBD |
| Zoning | Rural |
| Water | Approx. 20 ML dam, bore and 36 ML water allocation |
| Residences | Renovated 3-bedroom main home + 2-bedroom rental/staff home |
| Services | NBN available, school bus service, garbage collection |
Money Summary in INR Crores
Exchange rate used for this page: 1 AU$ = ₹70. INR values are approximate. The agent/listing uses the word “earnings” for A$500,000/year. Until the seller confirms whether this means gross sales, gross farm income, EBITDA, or net profit, this page treats it as gross projected farm income only.
A$2,399,000
Farm gross + house rent
Before tax + finance
Before tax + finance
| Money Item | AU$ Amount | INR Approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Asking Price | A$2,399,000 | ₹16.79 crore |
| Agent-Stated Projected Earnings Treated here as gross farm income until verified. Need to confirm if this is sales revenue, EBITDA, or net profit after expenses. | A$500,000/year | ₹3.50 crore/year |
| Second Residence Annual Rent | A$18,720/year | ₹0.13 crore/year |
| Total Annual Income Estimate Includes A$500,000 agent-stated earnings treated as gross income + second residence rent. | A$518,720/year | ₹3.63 crore/year |
| Estimated Farm Operating Expenses Planning assumption: approx. 50% of farm gross income for labour, fertiliser, chemicals, irrigation, machinery, repairs, packing and farm management. | A$250,000/year | ₹1.75 crore/year |
| Council Rates Estimate | A$3,380/year | ₹0.024 crore/year |
| Total Annual Expenses Estimate | A$253,380/year | ₹1.77 crore/year |
| Estimated Annual Profit Before Tax & Finance Planning model only. Not verified seller profit. | A$265,340/year | ₹1.86 crore/year |
Estimated annual profit calculation: ₹3.63 Cr total income − ₹1.77 Cr estimated expenses = approx. ₹1.86 Cr/year before tax, loan interest, depreciation, owner salary, crop failure risk and major capital replacement. This is our planning calculation only, not seller-confirmed profit.
Vacant Land for Vegetable Cultivation
The listing mentions approx. 10 hectares of cleared land ready for cropping, expansion or equine use. For investor planning, this can be treated as available land for additional vegetable cultivation, subject to soil, water, labour and market verification.
approx. 81.99 acres
Total minus vacant land
approx. 24.71 acres
10 ha ÷ 33.18 ha
| Land Item | Area | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Total Property Land | 33.18 ha / approx. 81.99 acres | 100% |
| Approx. Presently Used Land | 23.18 ha / approx. 57.28 acres | 69.9% |
| Vacant / Cleared Land for Vegetables | 10.00 ha / approx. 24.71 acres | 30.1% |
| Vegetable Profit Planning Scenario | Net Profit / Acre / Year | Additional Profit from 24.71 Acres | Total Profit Including Farm Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Case | ₹1.00 lakh | ₹0.25 crore/year | ₹2.11 crore/year |
| Medium Case | ₹2.00 lakh | ₹0.49 crore/year | ₹2.35 crore/year |
| Good Case | ₹3.00 lakh | ₹0.74 crore/year | ₹2.60 crore/year |
Vegetable cultivation profit is shown as a planning scenario only. Actual profit depends on crop selection, season, labour availability, irrigation cost, fertiliser/chemical cost, machinery, transport, wastage and buyer price.
Existing Tree Crops
| Crop | Quantity | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kensington Pride Mangoes | 1,000 trees | Producing |
| Keitt Mangoes | 200 trees | Producing |
| Wonderful Pomegranates | 3,000 trees | Producing |
| Young Pomegranates — Wonderful & Ruby Red | 1,500 trees | Maturing in approx. 18 months |
Crop & Land Potential
The property includes quality arable soil suitable for orchard production, small crops and hay. Around 10 ha of cleared land is available for future cropping, orchard expansion or equine use.
- Mangoes
- Pomegranates
- Citrus
- Small crops
- Melons
- Pumpkins
- Hay
- Equine use
Water Security
Approx. 20 ML dam, fully equipped bore and 36 ML water allocation support orchard production and future development.
Irrigation System
Irrigation throughout the property via 6-inch mainlines and risers, with Rivulis filtration system and diesel pump.
Farm Infrastructure
18 m x 16 m high-clearance shed with 3-phase power, pump shed, tobacco barns, stables, arena and feed storage.
Main Residence
Renovated 3-bedroom concrete block home with tiled open-plan living, modern kitchen, modern bathroom, split-system air-conditioning, large carport for 4 vehicles and dog-proof fencing.
Second Residence
Timber-clad 2-bedroom home currently rented at ₹0.0025 crore/week or approx. ₹0.13 crore/year. It can provide rental income or be used as staff accommodation.
Property Photo Gallery
Photos show the farm, orchard, dam, house and infrastructure. Buyers should inspect and verify all details independently.
More Farm & Infrastructure Photos
Why This Property May Be Attractive
- Established mango and pomegranate orchard
- Agent-stated projected earnings of approx. ₹3.50 Cr/year at full production — treated as gross until verified
- Approx. 81 acres close to Mareeba town
- Water security from dam, bore and water allocation
- Two residences with rental or staff accommodation option
- Large shed, 3-phase power and existing farm infrastructure
- 10 ha cleared land available for expansion
- Suitable for investors, existing farmers or rural lifestyle buyers
Investment Review Required Before Decision
This page is for presentation and early investor discussion only. A full RFI, farm inspection, production history, water licence check and financial due diligence should be completed before moving forward.
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