MOUNT GAMBIER EAST
Investor score
57
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
2.7%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
7.0%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.1%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MOUNT GAMBIER EAST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MOUNT GAMBIER EAST 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
$220/wk
SA Housing Trust · Q1 2026
Demand change
+5.9%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
4.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
3.84%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+7.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.3%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
MOUNT GAMBIER EAST 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 2.7% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 7.0% — 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
$1,861/wk
$57k taxable p.a.
Renters
9.9%
85.9% owner-occupier
Median age
43.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.3%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
12.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
67%
17% apartments
Degree qualified
22.7%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
9.7%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
890 m²
Large block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
383.6 km
Regional
Days on market
50 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
54.3%
Balanced market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
268.4 km
Inland
NBN technology
Fixed WirelessRegional — wireless tower
Population density
1,179/km²
Suburban
Schools in postcode 5291
🏫Primary (8)
Mil Lel Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Glenburnie Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Glencoe Central Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Compton Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Moorak Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Yahl Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Suttontown Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
Kongorong Primary School
Government · Yrs R-6
📚Combined (1)
Allendale East Area School
Government · Yrs R-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
Safety index
High crime13.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: SA Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average9 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
14
/ 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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