MYRTLETOWN
Investor score
54
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
1.6%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
8.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for MYRTLETOWN
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
MYRTLETOWN 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
$350/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+8.8%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.3
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.52%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+12.5%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.6%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
58 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
MYRTLETOWN 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 1.6% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.9% — outperforming state average
- Very low vacancy rate — high rental demand
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
$1,666/wk
$71k taxable p.a.
Renters
29.1%
70.0% owner-occupier
Median age
40.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.5%
Population growth
+2.0% p.a.
Investor-owned
7.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
51%
38% apartments
Degree qualified
37.0%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
17.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
480 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
12.8%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
13.9 km
Middle ring
Days on market
35 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
63.9%
Balanced market
Walkability
3 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
13.6 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTNStandard — fibre to node
Population density
2,494/km²
Dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime18.3 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
34
/ 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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