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FairSquare's model rates Strathfield, New South Wales 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.
Strathfield, strategically located 14km from the Sydney CBD and serving as a major transport interchange, demonstrates robust structural demand and an exceptionally low 1.2% vacancy rate. This tight market, characterized by critically low supply, has delivered a 13.5% capital appreciation over the past 12 months, positioning it as a strong capital growth focused workhorse investment. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +13.5% puts it ahead of the broader New South Wales median.
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Unlock 9 signals — A$25 →FairSquare's model rates Strathfield, New South Wales 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Strathfield, strategically located 14km from the Sydney CBD and serving as a major transport interchange, demonstrates robust structural demand and an exceptionally low 1.2% vacancy rate. This tight market, characterized by critically low supply, has delivered a 13.5% capital appreciation over the past 12 months, positioning it as a strong capital growth focused workhorse investment.
The median house price in Strathfield, NSW is $1.87M. Weekly rent of $861 against a 2.4% gross yield underpins this figure.
Strathfield has a gross rental yield of 2.4%, with a median weekly rent of $861. 12-month price growth is tracking at +13.5%.
Based on its market signals, Strathfield aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold.