IDA BAY
Investor score
48
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
1.8%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
3.0%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for IDA BAY
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
IDA BAY 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
$290/wk
weekly
Demand change
+3.0%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.4
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.27%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
49 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
IDA BAY is a metropolitan TAS suburb with steady 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
- Rental yield 1.8% with stable tenant 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
$1,397/wk
$75k taxable p.a.
Renters
15.6%
81.3% owner-occupier
Median age
43.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.7%
Population growth
+0.9% p.a.
Investor-owned
10.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
73%
16% apartments
Degree qualified
20.9%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
13.4%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
400 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.2 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
3.5%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
100.5 km
Regional
Days on market
28 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
38.6%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
28.7 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTPFastest — full fibre to premises
Population density
936/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 7109
🏫Primary (2)
Glen Huon Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
Huonville Primary School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (1)
Huonville High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
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
School quality
Below average3 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
GoodSource: 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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