UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
Investor score
47
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
2.8%
rent real · price estimated
Annual growth
2.9%
modelled estimate
Vacancy rate
1.4%
modelled estimate
AI insights for UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE
Investment analysis, risks & comparisons
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE 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
$450/wk
DFFH Moving Annual Rent · Sep 2025
Demand change
+2.1%
annual shift
Yield × growth index
2.8
combined signal
Net yield (est.)
0.85%
after mgmt, rates, insurance, maintenance
5-yr growth (CAGR)
+4.7%
est. compound, long-run avg
10-yr growth (CAGR)
+6.1%
est. compound, long-run avg
Rental demand
50 / 100
Moderate demand
Supply pipeline
Est.2.7%
new dwellings approved / stock · Modelled estimate
Moderate supply
5-year price history
No price history available.
Market overview
UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE 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 2.8% 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
$2,060/wk
$74k taxable p.a.
Renters
33.5%
60.7% owner-occupier
Median age
32.5 yrs
Unemployment
4.0%
Population growth
+1.7% p.a.
Investor-owned
24.6%
of all dwellings (ATO)
Houses
27%
58% apartments
Degree qualified
57.1%
bachelor's or higher (ABS)
Work from home
23.9%
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
13.7%
Active STR market
Market activity
Distance to CBD
1.9 km
Inner city
Days on market
36 days
Normal turnover
Auction clearance
64.6%
Balanced market
Walkability
97 / 100
Walker's paradise
Coastal proximity
3.8 km
Near coast
NBN technology
FTTCGood — fibre to curb
Population density
12,086/km²
Very dense urban
Liveability & safety
Safety index
High crime7.8 offences / 100 persons
Source: VIC Crime Statistics Agency · Dec 2025
School quality
Average2 schools in postcode area
Source: ACARA My School 2025
Transit access
ExcellentSource: State GTFS feeds
Gentrification signal
50
/ 100
Moderate indicators of demographic change. Young professionals, rising degree rates, and reasonable transit suggest gradual improvement.
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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