FairSquare/Queensland/Wavell Heights
Suburb Dossier · QLD

Wavell Heights

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FairSquare's model rates Wavell Heights, Queensland 6.3 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026.

Wavell Heights presents a reliable workhorse investment, leveraging its established inner-ring position just 10km from the CBD to deliver a strong 12.5% capital growth annually. Structural demand from a competitive tenant base, evidenced by the exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate and constrained supply, underpins consistent asset performance. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +12.5% puts it ahead of the broader Queensland median.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.3OUT OF 10
Median
$1.66M
house
Gross Yield
2.5%
derived
Weekly Rent
$791
3-bed median
12m Growth
+12.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Wavell Heights

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
10km
Yield
derived from model
2.5%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$791
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.66M
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 Wavell Heights a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Wavell Heights, Queensland 6.3 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of June 2026. Wavell Heights presents a reliable workhorse investment, leveraging its established inner-ring position just 10km from the CBD to deliver a strong 12.5% capital growth annually. Structural demand from a competitive tenant base, evidenced by the exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate and constrained supply, underpins consistent asset performance.

02

What is the median house price in Wavell Heights?

The median house price in Wavell Heights, QLD is $1.66M. Weekly rent of $791 against a 2.5% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Wavell Heights?

Wavell Heights has a gross rental yield of 2.5%, with a median weekly rent of $791. 12-month price growth is tracking at +12.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Wavell Heights suit?

Based on its market signals, Wavell Heights aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold.

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