SEVENTEEN MILE ROCKS
Investor score
62
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
2.1%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
8.8%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.2%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SEVENTEEN MILE ROCKS
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SEVENTEEN MILE ROCKS 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
$455/wk
QLD RTA Bond Stats · Mar 2026
Demand change
+8.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
5.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
2.08%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+13.2%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
61 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.1.9%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
SEVENTEEN MILE ROCKS 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 2.1% with stable tenant demand
- High annual growth of 8.8% — 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
$2,543/wk
$72k taxable p.a.
Renters
16.4%
80.2% owner-occupier
Median age
43.0 yrs
Unemployment
3.8%
Population growth
+2.2% p.a.
Investor-owned
19.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
44%
48% apartments
Degree qualified
33.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
20.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
220 m²
Compact block
Household size
2.5 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
11.7%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
11.4 km
Middle ring
Days on market
21 days
Fast-moving market
Auction clearance
46.1%
Buyer's market
Walkability
56 / 100
Very walkable
Coastal proximity
11.7 km
Coastal fringe
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
10,581/km²
Very dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime14.5 offences / 100 persons
Source: QLD Police · 2024-25
School quality
Above average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
40
/ 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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