Cardross is a small Mildura Rural City village immediately south of Mildura — small, Mildura-adjacent, with some 2022 Murray flood-affected lots. The Section 32 framework reflects flood-history disclosures, irrigation framework, and small-village dynamics.
This guide covers the Section 32 and Contract of Sale issues specific to Cardross (postcode 3496, Mildura Rural City).
Cardross at a glance
- Council: Mildura Rural City.
- Postcode: 3496 (shared with Red Cliffs).
- Buyer profile: Mildura-adjacent family- belt buyers, smaller-budget regional buyers.
- Dwelling mix: village cottages, post-war detached, rural-residential.
- Median house price (indicative):approximately $320k–$480k.
The dominant risk: 2022 Murray flood + small-village dynamics
Some Cardross lots experienced 2022 Murray River flood impacts. Documented flood-history disclosures apply. Comparable-sales flow is thin.
Secondary risk: LMW infrastructure
Lower Murray Water channel easements common.
Tertiary risk: post-war housing stock
Older homes need substantial renovation work.
What to check in a Cardross Section 32
- 2022 flood history for the lot.
- LSIO and FO.
- LMW easements.
- Section 173 Agreements.
Independent checks to run before signing
- Mildura Rural City planning property report.
- Lower Murray Water property report.
- Insurance quote for flood-affected lots.
An automated first-pass Section 32 review can flag LSIO, FO, LMW easements, Section 173 Agreements, and easements. Upload your Cardross Contract of Sale to Pre Contract Review for a plain-English risk report.