FairSquare/New South Wales/Rockdale
Suburb Dossier · NSW · 2216

Rockdale

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FairSquare's model rates Rockdale, New South Wales 5.7 out of 10 (Neutral Hold) as of May 2026.

Rockdale, situated 13 kilometres from the CBD, maintains robust tenant demand, indicated by its exceptionally low 1.2 per cent vacancy rate. While the suburb delivered 8.5 per cent capital growth over the last twelve months, its high median price and modest 2.3 per cent gross yield suggest a neutral hold, balancing future appreciation potential against current market entry costs.

Model Verdict
Neutral Hold
5.7OUT OF 10
Median
$1.98M
house
Gross Yield
2.3%
derived
Weekly Rent
$861
3-bed median
12m Growth
+8.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Rockdale

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
13km
Yield
derived from model
2.3%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$861
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.98M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive Hold
Model Tags
Balanced Market
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
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08Opportunity & risk register
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1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
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FAQ
01

Is Rockdale a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Rockdale, New South Wales 5.7 out of 10 (Neutral Hold) as of May 2026. Rockdale, situated 13 kilometres from the CBD, maintains robust tenant demand, indicated by its exceptionally low 1.2 per cent vacancy rate. While the suburb delivered 8.5 per cent capital growth over the last twelve months, its high median price and modest 2.3 per cent gross yield suggest a neutral hold, balancing future appreciation potential against current market entry costs.

02

What is the median house price in Rockdale?

The median house price in Rockdale, NSW is $1.98M. Weekly rent of $861 against a 2.3% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Rockdale?

Rockdale has a gross rental yield of 2.3%, with a median weekly rent of $861. 12-month price growth is tracking at +8.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Rockdale suit?

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

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