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FairSquare's model rates Chatswood, New South Wales 6.7 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.
Chatswood represents a workhorse investment driven by its established status as a major North Shore metropolitan centre, benefiting from direct rail access to the Sydney CBD and a robust local employment and retail hub. This structural demand underpins the exceptionally low 1.1% vacancy rate, translating into strong 12.5% annual capital appreciation despite a low initial gross yield. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +12.5% puts it ahead of the broader New South Wales median.
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Unlock 9 signals — A$25 →FairSquare's model rates Chatswood, New South Wales 6.7 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Chatswood represents a workhorse investment driven by its established status as a major North Shore metropolitan centre, benefiting from direct rail access to the Sydney CBD and a robust local employment and retail hub. This structural demand underpins the exceptionally low 1.1% vacancy rate, translating into strong 12.5% annual capital appreciation despite a low initial gross yield.
The median house price in Chatswood, NSW is $2.19M. Weekly rent of $861 against a 2.0% gross yield underpins this figure.
Chatswood has a gross rental yield of 2.0%, with a median weekly rent of $861. 12-month price growth is tracking at +12.5%.
Based on its market signals, Chatswood aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold.