Mcdowall

POSTAL CODE: QLD, 4053

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MCDOWALL, 4053 ranks 1855th on the best performing suburbs in Australia in terms of capital gains, returning capital gains of 12.5% for property investors.

Based on its average 5-year and quarterly capital gains, the suburb saw average growth in the long term.

The suburb also delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $1,350,000.

The upward trend in home prices in MCDOWALL, 4053 averaged 12.59% per annum over a 3-year period.

Average weekly rents on listings have reached the $850 mark, reflecting a 3.27% increase in returns based on the current median price in MCDOWALL.

An average of 6.58 real estate transactions take place per month in MCDOWALL which translates to 79 per annum.

79 properties were sold in MCDOWALL in 2016, making it the 91st most active market in QLD based on total real estate transactions.

MCDOWALL, 4053 places 688th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

The suburb also delivered a stronger performance in contrast to other Australian suburbs in terms of appreciation of property value. Investors saw the median home price rise to $1,000,000.

Average median unit prices in QLD have risen as a whole, pulling MCDOWALL, 4053 values up and netting property investors a capital gain of 23.3% for the past year.

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

The upward trend in home prices in MCDOWALL, 4053 averaged 23.4% per annum over a 3-year period.

MCDOWALL now ranks at the 265th 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 MCDOWALL are low, as opposed to average gains per annum over the past five years.

Real estate investors could earn a rental income of $760 based on current median home prices for the suburb.

It is expected for properties to spend some time on the market prior to a successful sale. In MCDOWALL, homes and units usually stay on listing for an average of 34.3 days.

33 properties were sold in MCDOWALL in 2016, making it the 160th most active market in QLD based on total real estate transactions.

Surburb overview

McDowall, located 10 kilometres north of Brisbane's CBD, is a quiet and family-friendly suburb known for its abundant green spaces and high-quality lifestyle. The suburb has a population of approximately 7,228 people, with the predominant age group being 40-49. Most residents are families and professionals, and the area has a high rate of owner-occupied homes, reflecting its stable and well-established community.

The real estate market in McDowall has shown strong performance, with a median house price of around $1,158,500 and units at approximately $692,500. The median rent for houses is $750 per week, while units rent for about $675 per week, yielding rental returns of 3.67% for houses and 5.38% for units.

The suburb is primarily zoned as Low-Density Residential, with large areas designated for conservation and emerging communities, ensuring a balance between development and maintaining natural spaces. McDowall has several parks and bushland areas for outdoor activities and family recreation.

McDowall State School is a well-regarded local primary school, and the suburb falls within the catchment of reputable high schools, making it a popular choice for families with children. Local amenities include the McDowall Village Shopping Centre and access to more significant retail hubs like Westfield Chermside, which are just a short drive away.

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Data report can be found below

Key Property Date Report	HOUSE	UNIT
Median Price	$1,350,000	$1,000,000
Growth Report
Median Quarterly	1.31%	1.78%
Median 12 month	12.5%	23.3%
Median 3 years	37.76%	70.21%
Median 5 years	81.21%	143.31%
10 years average annual	8.43%	10.04%
Weekly media advert. rent	$850	$760
Time on Market	24.5 days	34.3 days
Gross Rental Yield Percent	3.27%	3.95%

Demographics (Median Values)*

Total Population 6901

Weekly Household Income 1584

Household Size 3.00

Average Age 36

Monthly Loan Repayment 1408

* Australian Bureau of Statistics (May 2021) 2016 Census DataPacks[https://datapacks.censusdata.abs.gov.au/datapacks/],ABS Website, accessed 2016.

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