HOBART
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Median price
Est.—
no recent data
Rent yield
Est.—
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Est.2.3%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
Est.1.7%
modelled estimate
AI insights for HOBART
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
HOBART 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
$500/wk
weekly
Demand change
+1.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
—
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.71%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
46 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
HOBART is a metropolitan TAS suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro TAS suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$2,160/wk
$72k taxable p.a.
Renters
34.6%
57.9% owner-occupier
Median age
39.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.0%
Population growth
+0.8% p.a.
Investor-owned
23.7%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
71%
13% apartments
Degree qualified
27.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.9%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
420 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.6%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
107.1 km
Regional
Days on market
37 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
36.5%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
42.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
1,234/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
School quality
Average4 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
30
/ 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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