FairSquare/Victoria/Watsonia North
Suburb Dossier · VIC · 3087

Watsonia North

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

Watsonia North is a workhorse investment, leveraging its 16km proximity to the CBD to maintain consistent tenant demand, reflected in a critically low 1.2% vacancy rate amid low supply. This strong rental market, combined with 8.5% annual price growth, underpins capital appreciation for investors seeking a resilient asset despite the higher inherent risk. Constrained supply means downward price pressure is structurally limited.

Model Verdict
Workhorse Investment
6.3OUT OF 10
Median
$951K
house
Gross Yield
3.4%
derived
Weekly Rent
$627
3-bed median
12m Growth
+8.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Watsonia North

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
3.4%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$627
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$951K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Income 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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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 North a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Watsonia North, Victoria 6.3 out of 10 (Workhorse Investment) as of May 2026. Watsonia North is a workhorse investment, leveraging its 16km proximity to the CBD to maintain consistent tenant demand, reflected in a critically low 1.2% vacancy rate amid low supply. This strong rental market, combined with 8.5% annual price growth, underpins capital appreciation for investors seeking a resilient asset despite the higher inherent risk.

02

What is the median house price in Watsonia North?

The median house price in Watsonia North, VIC is $951K. Weekly rent of $627 against a 3.4% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Watsonia North?

Watsonia North has a gross rental yield of 3.4%, with a median weekly rent of $627. 12-month price growth is tracking at +8.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Watsonia North suit?

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

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