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Waterloo

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2017
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WATERLOO, 2017 delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value.

Average median house prices in NSW have risen as a whole, pulling WATERLOO, 2017 values up and netting property investors a capital gain of 6.09% for the past year.

Investors saw the median home price rise to $1,785,000.

Profits due to an upward trend in home prices in the suburb averaged 10.16% per annum over a 3-year period.

WATERLOO now ranks at the th place on a list of fastest growing suburbs in the territory.

Figures from the previous quarter show that capital gains for real estate buyers in WATERLOO are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

Because of this real estate investors could earn a rental income of $907.5 based on current median home prices.

Regardless, it is expected for properties to spend some time on the market prior to a successful sale. In WATERLOO, homes and units usually stay on listing for an average of N/A.

In 2016, 19 properties were sold in WATERLOO during the past year, making it the 966th most active market in NSW based on total real estate transactions.

Surburb overview

Waterloo, NSW 2017, is a rapidly evolving inner-city suburb located approximately 4 kilometres south of Sydney’s central business district. The area has seen significant redevelopment in recent years, particularly as part of the Green Square precinct undergoing extensive urban renewal. This transformation has brought modern high-rise apartments, retail spaces, and improved infrastructure to the suburb.

Waterloo's population was around 16,379 as of the 2021 census. It has a young demographic, with the predominant age group being 20-29. The suburb is popular with professionals, singles, and young families and has a diverse community. 37.2% of residents were born in Australia, and significant populations come from China, England, and New Zealand. The suburb also has a high proportion of properties, with 72.7% of dwellings rented.

The area is well-served by public transport, with Green Square train station and the newly opened Waterloo Metro station providing easy access to the CBD and surrounding suburbs. The suburb is also highly walkable, and a new 2.4-kilometre cycleway connects Waterloo to Central Station.

Waterloo offers a mix of recreational facilities, including the modern Waterloo Skate Park and several green spaces, such as Moore Park. The suburb is known for its vibrant café scene, community events, and proximity to major universities like the University of Sydney and New South Wales.

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