FairSquare/Victoria/St Albans
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3021

St Albans

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FairSquare's model rates St Albans, Victoria 6.5 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of May 2026.

Positioned 18 kilometres from the CBD, St Albans presents a compelling investment case with 7% capital appreciation over the past year, reflecting its "hidden gem" status and structural demand drivers. An exceptionally low 0.9% vacancy rate underscores strong rental demand, ensuring reliable income and tenant retention within a low supply environment.

Model Verdict
Hidden Gem
6.5OUT OF 10
Median
$720K
house
Gross Yield
3.7%
derived
Weekly Rent
$518
3-bed median
12m Growth
+7.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued St Albans

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
18km
Yield
derived from model
3.7%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$518
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$720K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Entry Level
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 St Albans a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates St Albans, Victoria 6.5 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of May 2026. Positioned 18 kilometres from the CBD, St Albans presents a compelling investment case with 7% capital appreciation over the past year, reflecting its "hidden gem" status and structural demand drivers. An exceptionally low 0.9% vacancy rate underscores strong rental demand, ensuring reliable income and tenant retention within a low supply environment.

02

What is the median house price in St Albans?

The median house price in St Albans, VIC is $720K. Weekly rent of $518 against a 3.7% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in St Albans?

St Albans has a gross rental yield of 3.7%, with a median weekly rent of $518. 12-month price growth is tracking at +7.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does St Albans suit?

Based on its market signals, St Albans aligns with: Entry Level.

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