FairSquare/Australian Capital Territory/Ainslie
Suburb Dossier · ACT · 2602

Ainslie

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FairSquare's model rates Ainslie, Australian Capital Territory 7.3 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026.

Ainslie’s prime inner-north location, just 4km from the CBD, drives exceptionally strong tenant demand, evidenced by a critically low 0.8% vacancy rate. This scarcity, coupled with consistently low supply levels, has generated robust 6.5% annual capital growth, solidifying its appeal as a steady long-term investment for capital appreciation in the Canberra market. Depth of owner-occupier demand creates a reliable price floor through cycle downturns.

Model Verdict
Steady Buy
7.3OUT OF 10
Median
$1.33M
house
Gross Yield
3.1%
derived
Weekly Rent
$793
3-bed median
12m Growth
+6.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Ainslie

The median price is derived, not estimated. Every number on this page traces back to the model's proprietary yield surface — calibrated for each part of the country and resolved against distance from CBD. The price falls out of the formula.

Confidencehigh

Inputs for this suburb sit at the top of our calibration tier. The model is not guessing.

Distance
to CBD
4km
Yield
derived from model
3.1%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$793
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.33M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive HoldLong Hold
Model Tags
Defensive Core
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
In line
Cycle Position
Hot ·
Days On Market
Cool
Clearance Rate
Active ·
Buyer Demand
Hot
Vacancy Rate
Cool ·
Rent Growth 12m
Active
Price Volatility
Hot ·
5-Year Forecast
Cool
Risk Flags
Active ·

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01Cover page with verdict & score
02In-30-seconds snapshot
03Score breakdown across 5 dimensions
04Big picture & liveability analysis
05Market cycle + 10-year forecast
06Rental story + yield scenarios
07Supply & demand pressure gauge
08Opportunity & risk register
093-play investor playbook
1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
112026 Budget impact analysis
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FAQ
01

Is Ainslie a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Ainslie, Australian Capital Territory 7.3 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026. Ainslie’s prime inner-north location, just 4km from the CBD, drives exceptionally strong tenant demand, evidenced by a critically low 0.8% vacancy rate. This scarcity, coupled with consistently low supply levels, has generated robust 6.5% annual capital growth, solidifying its appeal as a steady long-term investment for capital appreciation in the Canberra market.

02

What is the median house price in Ainslie?

The median house price in Ainslie, ACT is $1.33M. Weekly rent of $793 against a 3.1% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Ainslie?

Ainslie has a gross rental yield of 3.1%, with a median weekly rent of $793. 12-month price growth is tracking at +6.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Ainslie suit?

Based on its market signals, Ainslie aligns with: Defensive Hold, Long Hold.

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