MERKANOOKA
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Median price
Est.$265,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Est.4.9%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
Real7.8%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MERKANOOKA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MERKANOOKA 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
Est.$250/wk
modelled estimate · weekly
Demand change
+7.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
6.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
6.53%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
62 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Real1.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · ABS 2024-25
Low supply pressure
Dwellings built (WA)
Real19,963
completed in year to Mar-2026 · ABS 8752.0 (state)
▼ 8.7% vs prior year · 24,236 started
Market overview
MERKANOOKA is a WA suburb offering moderate rental yield and strong price growth. The local economy supports a stable rental base, with ongoing demand from owner-occupiers and investors seeking value outside capital cities.
Highlights
- Rental yield 4.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.8% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
- 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
$1,812/wk
$45k taxable p.a.
Renters
21.5%
54.5% owner-occupier
Median age
39.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.3%
ABS SALM (SA2)
Population growth
+1.2% p.a.
Socio-economic
9/10
SEIFA IRSAD decile · ABS
Investor-owned
13.1%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
84%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
21.2%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
3.2 ha
Large block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
316.2 km
Regional
Days on market
53 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
23.9%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
134.7 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
26/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime27.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: WA Police · 2024-25 (district)
School quality
Below average1 school in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
15
/ 100
Established suburb with stable demographics. Consistent demand but lower gentrification upside.
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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