FairSquare/Victoria/Fairfield
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3078

Fairfield

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FairSquare's model rates Fairfield, Victoria 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Fairfield offers a robust workhorse investment, driven by its established inner-ring proximity just 7km from the CBD. Persistent low supply and an exceptional 1.2% vacancy rate underscore strong tenant demand, forecasting consistent capital appreciation despite the current modest gross yield.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.5OUT OF 10
Median
$1.54M
house
Gross Yield
2.4%
derived
Weekly Rent
$710
3-bed median
12m Growth
+5.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Fairfield

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
2.4%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$710
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.54M
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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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 Fairfield a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Fairfield, Victoria 6.5 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Fairfield offers a robust workhorse investment, driven by its established inner-ring proximity just 7km from the CBD. Persistent low supply and an exceptional 1.2% vacancy rate underscore strong tenant demand, forecasting consistent capital appreciation despite the current modest gross yield.

02

What is the median house price in Fairfield?

The median house price in Fairfield, VIC is $1.54M. Weekly rent of $710 against a 2.4% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Fairfield?

Fairfield has a gross rental yield of 2.4%, with a median weekly rent of $710. 12-month price growth is tracking at +5.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Fairfield suit?

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

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