SHERBROOKE
Investor score
53
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
2.5%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
2.6%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for SHERBROOKE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
SHERBROOKE 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
$355/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+1.7%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.5
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
1.22%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+5.3%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
64 / 100
Strong demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.0%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
SHERBROOKE is a metropolitan VIC suburb with moderate capital growth momentum and lower rental yield. Strong infrastructure, employment access, and lifestyle amenities support ongoing investment demand.
Highlights
- Metro VIC suburb with strong infrastructure and transport
- Rental yield 2.5% with stable tenant demand
- 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
$2,408/wk
$95k taxable p.a.
Renters
8.5%
89.6% owner-occupier
Median age
47.0 yrs
Unemployment
4.3%
Population growth
+4.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
21.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
49%
38% apartments
Degree qualified
40.4%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
21.6%
of employed residents (ABS Census)
Median lot size
470 m²
Standard block
Household size
2.3 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
4.5%
Some Airbnb activity
Market activity
Distance to CBD
35.6 km
Regional
Days on market
27 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
76.7%
Strong demand
Walkability
22 / 100
Some errands walkable
Coastal proximity
31.0 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
1,046/km²
Suburban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
Safe5.2 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Above average6 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
LimitedSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
36
/ 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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