TARCOOLA
Investor score
69
Liveability score
24
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.$330,000
Modelled estimate · 2026
Rent yield
Real3.2%
computed from govt data
Annual growth
Real6.1%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
Est.1.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for TARCOOLA
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
TARCOOLA 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
$200/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+5.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.7
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.27%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
60 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
Market overview
TARCOOLA is a SA suburb offering lower 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 3.2% with stable tenant demand
- Consistent annual growth of 6.1%
- 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
$899/wk
$43k taxable p.a.
Renters
21.9%
50.0% owner-occupier
Median age
44.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.6%
Population growth
+1.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
22.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
77%
8% apartments
Degree qualified
9.6%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
10.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
1.6 ha
Large block
Household size
2.4 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
268.0 km
Regional
Days on market
47 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
37.2%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
53.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
120/km²
Low density
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate10.6 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Below average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
4
/ 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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