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Engadine

POSTAL CODE: NSW, 2233
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Property investors enjoyed capital gains of 7.14% over the last 12 months in ENGADINE, translating to lower returns compared with its peers in NSW.

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

The suburb posted a 13.64% growth in median prices over a three-year period. This is considerably lower than the gains it recorded over the past year.

This number can mean, real estate investors could earn a rental income of $900 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

On average, rents on listings have reached the $900 mark, reflecting a 3.12% increase in returns based on the current median price in ENGADINE.

ENGADINE, 2233 ranks 591st in NSW in terms of median property value increase and capital gains, based on year-to-date figures.

While it ranks 608th on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in NSW, posting a 3.12% return.

Surburb overview

Engadine is a residential suburb in the Sutherland Shire, located about 33 kilometres south of the Sydney central business district. It is positioned between Loftus to the north and Heathcote to the south, with the Royal National Park forming its eastern boundary and the Woronora Plateau to the west. Its elevated setting gives the suburb a mix of bushland outlooks and established residential neighbourhoods.

The suburb has a population of more than 17,000 people, according to the most recent census. Most residents were born in Australia, with smaller communities from England, New Zealand and South Africa. English is the dominant language spoken at home, while Greek, Italian and Mandarin are also represented. Families comprise a large proportion of the demographic, alongside older couples and an increasing number of younger households. Detached homes are the predominant dwelling type, with townhouses and low-rise apartments also present.

Public transport is provided by Engadine railway station on the Illawarra line, which offers regular services to the Sydney CBD, Cronulla and Wollongong. Bus services operate locally, connecting Engadine with surrounding suburbs. Road access is supported by the Princes Highway, which runs through the suburb, and the nearby Southern Freeway, linking Engadine with greater Sydney and the Illawarra region.

Essential services are well established in Engadine, with a town centre that includes supermarkets, specialty shops, cafes and community facilities. Educational facilities serving the area include Engadine Public School, Engadine West Public School and Engadine High School, along with childcare centres and preschools. Healthcare services are available locally through medical practices, with hospital care provided at Sutherland Hospital and Kareena Private Hospital.

Recreational amenities in Engadine include numerous parks, sporting fields and bushland reserves. Cooper Street Reserve and Anzac Oval provide facilities for community sport, while access to the Royal National Park offers extensive opportunities for bushwalking, cycling and outdoor activities. The suburb’s mix of services, transport connections and proximity to natural areas contributes to its appeal as a family-oriented residential community.

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