COWAN COWAN
Investor score
66
Annual growth and vacancy rate are modelled estimates based on long-run state averages. Price and rent use real government data where available. This is not financial advice. See full disclaimer.
Median price
—
no recent data
Rent yield
0.9%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
9.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for COWAN COWAN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
COWAN COWAN 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.
Median rent
$213/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+10.3%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.14%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+8.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
COWAN COWAN is a metropolitan QLD suburb with strong capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro QLD suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 0.9% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 9.6% — outperforming state average
- 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
$1,224/wk
$70k taxable p.a.
Renters
32.3%
54.8% owner-occupier
Median age
45.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.3%
Population growth
+1.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
7.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
78%
12% apartments
Degree qualified
27.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
18.5%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
500 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
2.6%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
49.9 km
Regional
Days on market
24 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
46.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
49.6 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
2,451/km²
Dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Moderate12.0 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Above average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
37
/ 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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