FairSquare/Victoria/Box Hill
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3128

Box Hill

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FairSquare's model rates Box Hill, Victoria 7.0 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026.

Box Hill presents a strategic investment opportunity as a vital metropolitan activity centre, leveraging its strong transport links and significant healthcare and education infrastructure. This structural demand drives an exceptionally low 1.3% vacancy rate and has underpinned a robust 8.5% price growth per annum, securing long-term capital appreciation and consistent rental income from a professional and student tenant demographic. Depth of owner-occupier demand creates a reliable price floor through cycle downturns.

Model Verdict
Steady Buy
7.0OUT OF 10
Median
$1.3M
house
Gross Yield
3.1%
derived
Weekly Rent
$785
3-bed median
12m Growth
+8.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Box Hill

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
16km
Yield
derived from model
3.1%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$785
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.3M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive HoldLong Hold
Model Tags
Defensive 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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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 Box Hill a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Box Hill, Victoria 7.0 out of 10 (Steady Buy) as of May 2026. Box Hill presents a strategic investment opportunity as a vital metropolitan activity centre, leveraging its strong transport links and significant healthcare and education infrastructure. This structural demand drives an exceptionally low 1.3% vacancy rate and has underpinned a robust 8.5% price growth per annum, securing long-term capital appreciation and consistent rental income from a professional and student tenant demographic.

02

What is the median house price in Box Hill?

The median house price in Box Hill, VIC is $1.3M. Weekly rent of $785 against a 3.1% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Box Hill?

Box Hill has a gross rental yield of 3.1%, with a median weekly rent of $785. 12-month price growth is tracking at +8.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Box Hill suit?

Based on its market signals, Box Hill aligns with: Defensive Hold, Long Hold.

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