Higgins

A steady increase in median property prices over a five-year period in the suburb translates to a 12.5% capital gain.

Property investors in HIGGINS enjoyed capital gains of 5.03% over the last 12 months translating to lower returns compared with its peers in the territory.

The suburb also delivered a weaker performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $585,000.

Profits due to an upward trend in home prices there averaged 4.17% per annum over a 3-year period.

Home owners selling their properties and realtors in HIGGINS usually have to wait an average of 50.7 days days before their assets are lifted off the market.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $540 mark, reflecting a 4.8% increase in returns based on the current median price in HIGGINS.

HIGGINS, 2615 places 46th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.