FairSquare/South Australia/Colonel Light Gardens
Suburb Dossier · SA · 5041

Colonel Light Gardens

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FairSquare's model rates Colonel Light Gardens, South Australia 7.0 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026.

Colonel Light Gardens presents a strong investment case with its robust 12.5% annual capital growth, underpinned by high demand and low supply just 7km from the CBD. The suburb's exceptionally tight rental market, boasting a 0.6% vacancy rate and strong weekly rents, ensures stable income and excellent tenant retention for discerning investors. The market has started re-rating this location — 12-month growth of +12.5% puts it ahead of the broader South Australia median. Depth of owner-occupier demand creates a reliable price floor through cycle downturns.

Model Verdict
Steady Buy
7.0OUT OF 10
Median
$1.43M
house
Gross Yield
2.6%
derived
Weekly Rent
$727
3-bed median
12m Growth
+12.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Colonel Light Gardens

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
7km
Yield
derived from model
2.6%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$727
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.43M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Growth PlayDefensive HoldLong Hold
Model Tags
Momentum BuildingDefensive Core
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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What's inside
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 Colonel Light Gardens a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Colonel Light Gardens, South Australia 7.0 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026. Colonel Light Gardens presents a strong investment case with its robust 12.5% annual capital growth, underpinned by high demand and low supply just 7km from the CBD. The suburb's exceptionally tight rental market, boasting a 0.6% vacancy rate and strong weekly rents, ensures stable income and excellent tenant retention for discerning investors.

02

What is the median house price in Colonel Light Gardens?

The median house price in Colonel Light Gardens, SA is $1.43M. Weekly rent of $727 against a 2.6% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Colonel Light Gardens?

Colonel Light Gardens has a gross rental yield of 2.6%, with a median weekly rent of $727. 12-month price growth is tracking at +12.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Colonel Light Gardens suit?

Based on its market signals, Colonel Light Gardens aligns with: Growth Play, Defensive Hold, Long Hold.

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