ST ARNAUD EAST
Investor score
50
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
5.5%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
0.8%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
2.5%
modelled estimate
AI insights for ST ARNAUD EAST
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
ST ARNAUD 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
$180/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+0.5%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
3.2
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
5.77%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+3.8%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.0%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
46 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.0.4%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Low supply pressure
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
ST ARNAUD EAST is a VIC suburb offering high 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
- Strong rental yield of 5.5%
- 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
$1,224/wk
$35k taxable p.a.
Renters
4.7%
86.0% owner-occupier
Median age
54.0 yrs
Unemployment
6.0%
Population growth
+0.4% p.a.
Investor-owned
11.0%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
90%
5% apartments
Degree qualified
20.1%
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
2.8 persons
avg per dwelling (ABS Census)
Short-term rental
0.2%
Mostly long-term tenants
Market activity
Distance to CBD
197.9 km
Regional
Days on market
54 days
Slower market
Auction clearance
37.3%
Buyer's market
Walkability
0 / 100
Car-dependent
Coastal proximity
192.8 km
Inland
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
10/km²
Rural / semi-rural
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime14.1 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
AverageSource: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
Car-dependentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
23
/ 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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