PINE GROVE EAST
Investor score
42
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
3.0%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
0.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.9%
modelled estimate
AI insights for PINE GROVE EAST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
PINE GROVE 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
$100/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+0.6%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
1.9
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
4.28%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+2.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.4%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
46 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
PINE GROVE EAST is a VIC suburb offering lower rental yield and moderate 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 3.0% with stable tenant demand
- Access to national transport network and amenities
Risk factors
- Below-average growth — limited capital appreciation signal
- Subject to broader interest rate and economic conditions
Community profile
Source: ABS Census 2021 · ATO 2022–23Median household income
$1,228/wk
$37k taxable p.a.
Renters
11.8%
75.6% owner-occupier
Median age
42.0 yrs
Unemployment
5.3%
Population growth
+0.6% p.a.
Investor-owned
8.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
86%
6% apartments
Degree qualified
19.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
16.0%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
2.5 ha
Large block
Household size
2.7 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
1.7%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
192.6 km
Regional
Days on market
53 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
39.7%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
187.2 km
Inland
NBN technology
SatelliteRemote — satellite connection
Population density
83/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime8.7 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Below averageSource: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: 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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