FairSquare/South Australia/Glenelg
Suburb Dossier · SA · 5045

Glenelg

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FairSquare's model rates Glenelg, South Australia 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Glenelg presents a strong investment case driven by acute supply constraints and sustained demand, resulting in a low 0.8% vacancy rate and robust 9% capital appreciation over the past year. This premium coastal market, just 12 kilometers from Adelaide's CBD, consistently attracts high-paying tenants, ensuring dependable rental income despite its high acquisition cost.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.8OUT OF 10
Median
$1.61M
house
Gross Yield
2.7%
derived
Weekly Rent
$820
3-bed median
12m Growth
+9.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Glenelg

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
12km
Yield
derived from model
2.7%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$820
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.61M
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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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 Glenelg a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Glenelg, South Australia 6.8 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Glenelg presents a strong investment case driven by acute supply constraints and sustained demand, resulting in a low 0.8% vacancy rate and robust 9% capital appreciation over the past year. This premium coastal market, just 12 kilometers from Adelaide's CBD, consistently attracts high-paying tenants, ensuring dependable rental income despite its high acquisition cost.

02

What is the median house price in Glenelg?

The median house price in Glenelg, SA is $1.61M. Weekly rent of $820 against a 2.7% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Glenelg?

Glenelg has a gross rental yield of 2.7%, with a median weekly rent of $820. 12-month price growth is tracking at +9.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does Glenelg suit?

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

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