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FairSquare's model rates St Kilda West, Victoria 6.6 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026.
St Kilda West offers a compelling capital growth opportunity as a tightly held inner-city precinct, only 4km from the CBD, marked by critically low supply and exceptional tenant demand. This scarcity, coupled with a 1.2% vacancy rate and strong weekly rents, underpins its reliable performance as a workhorse investment despite its premium entry point.
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Unlock 9 signals — A$25 →FairSquare's model rates St Kilda West, Victoria 6.6 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. St Kilda West offers a compelling capital growth opportunity as a tightly held inner-city precinct, only 4km from the CBD, marked by critically low supply and exceptional tenant demand. This scarcity, coupled with a 1.2% vacancy rate and strong weekly rents, underpins its reliable performance as a workhorse investment despite its premium entry point.
The median house price in St Kilda West, VIC is $2.61M. Weekly rent of $1180 against a 2.4% gross yield underpins this figure.
St Kilda West has a gross rental yield of 2.4%, with a median weekly rent of $1180. 12-month price growth is tracking at +7.5%.
Based on its market signals, St Kilda West aligns with: Defensive Hold.