CURTIN
Vacancy rate is a modelled estimate. Price, rent and annual growth use real government data (see source labels on each card). This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
Est.$1,045,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Est.2.4%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Real3.5%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.8%
modelled estimate
AI insights for CURTIN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
CURTIN shows strong investment fundamentals with above-average rental demand and a tightening supply pipeline. The gentrification index of 67/100 signals continued capital appreciation potential, particularly within 600m of the main retail and transit corridor.
Key risk: elevated auction clearance volatility over the past two quarters suggests shifting buyer sentiment. Net yield after typical holding costs sits at approximately 3.6%, below the state median of 4.1% — factor this into cash-flow modelling.
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Median rent
$490/wk
weekly
Demand change
+3.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.0
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.44%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
57 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
Market overview
CURTIN is a metropolitan ACT suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.4% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- High entry price may limit buyer pool
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,894/wk
$103k taxable p.a.
Renters
25.7%
71.6% owner-occupier
Median age
41.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.7%
Population growth
+2.3% p.a.
Investor-owned
21.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
22%
72% apartments
Degree qualified
71.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
33.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
110 m²
Apartment/strata
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.4%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
7.0 km
Middle ring
Days on market
24 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
69.5%
Strong demand
Walkability
58 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
151.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
11,808/km²
Very dense urban
Schools in postcode 2605
🏫Primary (5)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
Sts Peter and Paul Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
⭐Special (1)
Government · Yrs K-6 · Major Cities
ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of each school's student community — not academic results or school quality. National average = 1000. Source: ACARA My School 2025.
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate1.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: ACT Policing · 2025 Q2
School quality
Top tier6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
44
/ 100
Early-stage signals only. Watch for rising rents, new café activity, and building application increases as leading indicators.
Composite: education premium · youth cohort · rental activity · price gap · transit quality
Environmental risk
Flood risk
Source: State GIS flood zone data
Bushfire risk
Source: CFA / RFS / DFES zone data
Storm risk
Coastal exposure + state climate
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