FairSquare/Victoria/Watsonia
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3087

Watsonia

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Watsonia, 17km from the CBD, delivers a reliable workhorse investment proposition underpinned by an exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate, reflecting robust tenant demand in a low supply market. This structural demand has driven a solid 7% capital appreciation over the past 12 months, offering investors predictable performance and rental security.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.6OUT OF 10
Median
$1.01M
house
Gross Yield
3.4%
derived
Weekly Rent
$661
3-bed median
12m Growth
+7.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Watsonia

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
17km
Yield
derived from model
3.4%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$661
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.01M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Income 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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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 Watsonia a good investment in 2026?

Watsonia scores 6.6/10 on the FairSquare model. Watsonia, 17km from the CBD, delivers a reliable workhorse investment proposition underpinned by an exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate, reflecting robust tenant demand in a low supply market. This structural demand has driven a solid 7% capital appreciation over the past 12 months, offering investors predictable performance and rental security.

02

What is the median house price in Watsonia?

The median house price in Watsonia, VIC is $1.01M. Weekly rent of $661 against a 3.4% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Watsonia?

Watsonia has a gross rental yield of 3.4%, with a median weekly rent of $661. 12-month price growth is tracking at +7.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does Watsonia suit?

Based on its market signals, Watsonia aligns with: Income Hold.

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