KOWEN FOREST
Investor score
62
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
$725,000
NSW VG · 2026
Rent yield
2.4%
modelled estimate
Annual growth
3.4%
annualised from govt data
Vacancy rate
1.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for KOWEN FOREST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
KOWEN FOREST 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
$340/wk
weekly
Demand change
+3.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.28%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
56 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.8%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
Source: NSW VG · 2026 · all sources
Market overview
KOWEN FOREST is a metropolitan ACT suburb with steady capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro ACT suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.4% 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
$2,181/wk
$102k taxable p.a.
Renters
30.4%
67.2% owner-occupier
Median age
37.0 yrs
Unemployment
2.5%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
15.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
60%
32% apartments
Degree qualified
66.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
28.1%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
490 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.6 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
6.3%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
12.2 km
Middle ring
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
69.9%
Strong demand
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
136.1 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
3,121/km²
Dense urban
Schools in postcode 2620
🏫Primary (9)
Gundaroo Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Sutton Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Googong Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
St Gregory's Primary School
Catholic · Yrs K-6
Queanbeyan East Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Queanbeyan Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Michelago Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Queanbeyan West Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
Queanbeyan South Public School
Government · Yrs K-6
🎓Secondary (2)
Karabar High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
Queanbeyan High School
Government · Yrs 7-12
📚Combined (2)
The Anglican School Googong
Independent · Yrs K-12
Finigan School of Distance Education
Government · Yrs K-12
⭐Special (1)
Tirriwirri School
Government · Yrs U
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
Average14 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
46
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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