LA TROBE UNIVERSITY
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Median price
Est.$1,550,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real2.6%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real3.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.2.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for LA TROBE UNIVERSITY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
LA TROBE UNIVERSITY 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
$780/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.98%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
Market overview
LA TROBE UNIVERSITY is a metropolitan VIC suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.6% 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
$2,130/wk
$78k taxable p.a.
Renters
34.2%
59.5% owner-occupier
Median age
33.3 yrs
Unemployment
3.4%
Population growth
+2.1% p.a.
Investor-owned
14.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
19% apartments
Degree qualified
44.8%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
20.3%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
450 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
8.1%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
12.6 km
Middle ring
Days on market
32 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
63.8%
Balanced market
Walkability
41 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
11.3 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,826/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 3086
⭐Special (1)
Independent · Yrs 4-9 · 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
High crime8.4 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
38
/ 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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