FairSquare/New South Wales/Rushcutters Bay
Suburb Dossier · NSW · 2011

Rushcutters Bay

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FairSquare's model rates Rushcutters Bay, New South Wales 6.4 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026.

Rushcutters Bay, just 3km from the CBD, represents a highly sought-after investment driven by persistent demand and extremely low supply, reflected in a 1.2% vacancy rate. This translates into consistent capital appreciation, with 10% growth per annum, and strong $1632 weekly rents, cementing its status as a reliable workhorse asset despite a 2.4% gross yield. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +10.0% puts it ahead of the broader New South Wales median.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.4OUT OF 10
Median
$3.54M
house
Gross Yield
2.4%
derived
Weekly Rent
$1632
3-bed median
12m Growth
+10.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Rushcutters Bay

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
3km
Yield
derived from model
2.4%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$1632
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$3.54M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Growth PlayDefensive Hold
Model Tags
Momentum Building
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 Rushcutters Bay a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Rushcutters Bay, New South Wales 6.4 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026. Rushcutters Bay, just 3km from the CBD, represents a highly sought-after investment driven by persistent demand and extremely low supply, reflected in a 1.2% vacancy rate. This translates into consistent capital appreciation, with 10% growth per annum, and strong $1632 weekly rents, cementing its status as a reliable workhorse asset despite a 2.4% gross yield.

02

What is the median house price in Rushcutters Bay?

The median house price in Rushcutters Bay, NSW is $3.54M. Weekly rent of $1632 against a 2.4% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Rushcutters Bay?

Rushcutters Bay has a gross rental yield of 2.4%, with a median weekly rent of $1632. 12-month price growth is tracking at +10.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does Rushcutters Bay suit?

Based on its market signals, Rushcutters Bay aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold.

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