Boort

POSTAL CODE: VIC, 3537
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A steady increase in median property prices over a five-year period in the suburb translates to a 47.57% capital gain.

It 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 $380,000

The augmented property values in the suburb are trailing above the territorial average of 4.64% in 2016.

On the other hand, based on current median home prices for the suburb, Real estate investors could earn a rental income of N/A.

Home owners selling their properties and realtors in BOORT usually have to wait an average of 169.2 days days before their assets are lifted off the market.

The VIC suburb ranks 673rd on the list of best yielding suburbs for rental properties in VIC, posting a N/A return.

It also places places 155th in Australia based on median property value growth during the quarter.

Surburb overview

Boort is a regional township in north-central Victoria, approximately 250 kilometres north-west of Melbourne’s CBD and about 100 kilometres north-west of Bendigo within the Loddon Shire. Situated near Little Lake Boort and Lake Boort, the township has a long history associated with agriculture and irrigation. It serves as an important service centre for the surrounding farming district. Boort is situated on the traditional lands of the Dja Dja Wurrung people.

According to the 2021 Australian Bureau of Statistics Census, Boort had a population of 1,026 people with a median age of 56 years. Detached houses comprise the predominant housing type, with a mix of established family homes, heritage residences and rural lifestyle properties. The township supports a stable regional community, with agriculture, manufacturing, retail, healthcare and education contributing to the local economy.

Road access is provided via the Loddon Valley Highway and the Murray Valley Highway, connecting Boort with Bendigo, Kerang, Echuca and Melbourne. Public transport includes V/Line coach services linking the township with Bendigo and neighbouring regional centres, while the nearest V/Line rail services operate from Bendigo, providing regular connections to Melbourne. Private vehicles remain the principal mode of transport for residents due to the regional setting.

Boort provides a comprehensive range of essential services, including a supermarket, medical centre, pharmacy, P–12 school, cafés, retail businesses, sporting facilities and community amenities. Additional government services, tertiary education and specialist healthcare are available in Bendigo, which serves as the principal regional centre for north-central Victoria.

The township offers a variety of recreational and cultural opportunities. Residents and visitors have access to the foreshore areas of Little Lake Boort and Lake Boort, sporting reserves, walking paths and picnic facilities. At the same time, nearby attractions include the Boort Wetlands, the Spanner Sculpture Trail and regional birdwatching areas. The surrounding district also provides opportunities to explore scenic rural landscapes, local markets, community festivals and seasonal events, supporting a diverse range of outdoor and cultural experiences throughout the year.

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