FairSquare/Victoria/Highett
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3190

Highett

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FairSquare's model rates Highett, Victoria 6.3 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.

Highett presents a compelling workhorse investment opportunity, just 16km from the CBD, driven by critical structural undersupply and an exceptionally low 0.9% vacancy rate. This sustained demand ensures reliable rental income and has fueled solid 7.5% annual capital appreciation, making it an attractive proposition for long-term investors. Constrained supply means downward price pressure is structurally limited.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.3OUT OF 10
Median
$1.45M
house
Gross Yield
2.8%
derived
Weekly Rent
$784
3-bed median
12m Growth
+7.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Highett

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
2.8%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$784
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.45M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive Hold
Model Tags
Supply Constrained
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Low
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 Highett a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Highett, Victoria 6.3 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Highett presents a compelling workhorse investment opportunity, just 16km from the CBD, driven by critical structural undersupply and an exceptionally low 0.9% vacancy rate. This sustained demand ensures reliable rental income and has fueled solid 7.5% annual capital appreciation, making it an attractive proposition for long-term investors.

02

What is the median house price in Highett?

The median house price in Highett, VIC is $1.45M. Weekly rent of $784 against a 2.8% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Highett?

Highett has a gross rental yield of 2.8%, with a median weekly rent of $784. 12-month price growth is tracking at +7.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Highett suit?

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

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