FairSquare/Victoria/Cranbourne West
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3977

Cranbourne West

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FairSquare's model rates Cranbourne West, Victoria 6.4 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Cranbourne West offers a workhorse investment profile, leveraging its 45-kilometer distance from the CBD to attract families seeking affordable housing in Melbourne's growth corridor. This demographic drives a robust rental market, evidenced by an exceptionally low 1.8% vacancy rate, ensuring reliable income for investors.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.4OUT OF 10
Median
$722K
house
Gross Yield
3.8%
derived
Weekly Rent
$522
3-bed median
12m Growth
+4.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Cranbourne West

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
45km
Yield
derived from model
3.8%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$522
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$722K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Entry Level
Model Tags
Balanced Market
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Steady
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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4.7km away
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Proceed with Caution
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FAQ
01

Is Cranbourne West a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Cranbourne West, Victoria 6.4 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Cranbourne West offers a workhorse investment profile, leveraging its 45-kilometer distance from the CBD to attract families seeking affordable housing in Melbourne's growth corridor. This demographic drives a robust rental market, evidenced by an exceptionally low 1.8% vacancy rate, ensuring reliable income for investors.

02

What is the median house price in Cranbourne West?

The median house price in Cranbourne West, VIC is $722K. Weekly rent of $522 against a 3.8% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Cranbourne West?

Cranbourne West has a gross rental yield of 3.8%, with a median weekly rent of $522. 12-month price growth is tracking at +4.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Cranbourne West suit?

Based on its market signals, Cranbourne West aligns with: Entry Level.

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