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All About Ballina, NSW, 2478

The housing market in Ballina, a picturesque coastal town located in New South Wales, has experienced various fluctuations, reflective of broader property market trends across the region. In recent years, Ballina has become an attractive destination for both families and retirees, drawn in by its stunning beaches, laid-back lifestyle, and serene riverfronts. This increased demand has led to a gradual rise in property prices, though Ballina remains relatively affordable compared to the bustling city markets of Sydney or the nearby tourist hub of Byron Bay. The town offers a mix of housing options, from charming older homes to modern developments and waterfront properties, catering to diverse preferences and budgets. The local real estate market often sees keen interest from both local and interstate buyers, particularly those seeking a scenic lifestyle change or a tranquil place to retire.

Living in Ballina offers a harmonious blend of coastal charm and convenient living, providing residents with a balanced lifestyle. The town is well-equipped with amenities including shopping centers, schools, healthcare facilities, and recreational areas, ensuring everyday conveniences are within easy reach. The community is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal location for families and individuals seeking a tight-knit community experience. Ballina's natural beauty, characterized by its pristine beaches, lush parks, and the meandering Richmond River, affords countless opportunities for outdoor activities such as surfing, fishing, and hiking. Furthermore, Ballina enjoys a mild climate year-round, which enhances its appeal as a comfortable and inviting place to call home. With its strategic location offering easy access to both Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, residents can enjoy the tranquility of small-town living while still being connected to vibrant urban centres.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $412.93
Median Monthly Mortgage $1830.04
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.75
Average Household Size 2.19
Average Age 50.96
Average Income $682.70
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.59
Average Properties Within 50M 37
Typical 1 bed house$904,000
Typical 2 bed house$660,000
Typical 3 bed house$934,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,159,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,563,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$1,361,000

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Ballina Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Ballina? Now could not be a better time, with 9445 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $959,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $62,000 to $71,400,000. Ballina is located fairly close to the coast at just 0Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

In Ballina there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Ballina is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Ballina changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Ballina to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. Lower than average industry presence in Ballina we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Ballina a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.

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Houses for sale Ballina

At Realty Shop 44, 84 Kerr Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 1 $800,000 - $880,000
At Realty Unit 8, 41-47 Skinner Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms3 Parking 2 $1,190,000 - $1,295,000
Belle Property Unit 1, 292 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds5 Bathrooms3 Parking 3 Forthcoming Auction
Belle Property Unit 19, 41 Skinner Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 3 $1.2M - $1.25M
Belle Property 90 Crane Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 For Sale - $1,000,000 - $1,025,000
Century 21 Unit 1, 77 Swift Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 1 UNDER CONTRACT - $690,000 - $720,000
Century 21 Site 45, Pacific Palms Village, 40 Southern Cross Drive, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 3 $399,000 EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR MONEY
Elders Unit 3, 51-53 Catherine Crescent, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 1 $600,000 - $650,000
Elders Unit 3, 4 Jarrett Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 1
Elders Unit 1, 119 Burnet Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 2 Auction Guide - $700,000 - $750,000
Elders Site 81, Ballina Gardens Cvan Pk, 126 Tamarind Drive, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 2 $360,000 - $380,000
Elders Site 106, Ballina Gardens Cvan Pk, 126 Tamarind Drive, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 2 $375,000 - $395,000
Elders 151 Fox Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 $1,110,000 - $1,150,000
Elders Unit 3, 143 Cherry Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 2
Elders 27 Moon Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 1 $1,250,000 - $1,350,000
Elders 21 Racecourse Road, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 6 $2,400,000 - $2,500,000
Elders Level 5, Unit 528, 3 Kerr Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 $1,125,000 - $1,175,000
Elders 12 Greenhalgh Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 3 $1,150,000 - $1,250,000
Elders 23 Racecourse Road, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 1 $1,375,000 - $1,455,000
Elders 18 Norlyn Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 4 $1,300,000 - $1,375,000
Harcourts Site 6, Southern Cross Village, 42 Southern Cross Drive, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 2 $365,000
Harcourts 6 Princess Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 3 For Sale $1,300,000 Contact Justine for Inspection
LJ Hooker 1 Norlyn Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 Auction - Guide $890,000
LJ Hooker 13 Hibiscus Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 1 Contact Agent
LJ Hooker Unit 25, Lakeside Village, 4 Christine Place, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 1 $550,000 - $600,000
LJ Hooker 136 Tamar Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 2 Contact Agent
LJ Hooker 115 Swift Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds6 Bathrooms4 Parking 2 Contact Agent
McGrath Unit 3, 149 Winton Lane, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 3 Guide $525,000 - $575,000
McGrath Unit 2, 23 Bagot Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 $675,000
McGrath Unit 2, 12 Skinner Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 Contact agent
McGrath Unit 4, 17 Ross Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 Guide $675,000 - $695,000
McGrath Unit 2, 3 Jamie Place, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 Guide $730,000 - $800,000
McGrath 9 Hickey Place, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms1 Parking 0 $875,000
McGrath Unit 1, 107 Tamar Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 For Sale - Guide $750,000 to $800,000
McGrath 16 Winton Lane, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms3 Parking 0 Price Guide $1,120,000 - $1,200,000
McGrath 56 Ironbark Road, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 For Sale - Guide $1,100,000 - $1,200,000
McGrath Unit 1, 100 Bentinck Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 Guide $1,150,000
McGrath 6 Latta Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds0 Bathrooms0 Parking 0 Contact Agent
Ray White 8 Princess Avenue, Ballina, NSW, 2478 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 1045000
Properties for sale in Ballina

Local Schools

Ballina Public School

St Francis Xavier Primary School

Ballina Coast High School

Biala Special School

Richmond Christian College

Emmanuel Anglican College

Southern Cross School of Distance Education

Southern Cross Public School

Lennox Head Public School

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Ballina there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Ballina weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan521.12866.994.63.824.9
Feb6.321.327.965.695.44.521.7
Mar4.220.427.466.897.14.118.3
Apr5.317.225.063.496.04.015.6
May3.913.522.063.395.13.412.6
Jun4.711.720.45993.33.511.1
Jul2.610.720.452.491.23.312.2
Aug2.610.921.545.589.83.615.6
Sept1.113.823.350.891.03.818.5
Oct3.116.224.558.893.14.021.7
Nov1.918.426.558.493.34.025.0
Dec2.619.827.262.994.63.925.4

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

20-12-2024 $730,000 18 Bolding Street
20-12-2024 $872,500 45 Catherine Cescent
20-12-2024 $775,000 4 Ross Street
20-12-2024 $835,000 84 Grant Street
19-12-2024 $340,000 4 / 99 Tamar Street
19-12-2024 $1,500,000 46 Piper Drive
19-12-2024 $750,000 8 / 1 Stinson Street
18-12-2024 $916,000 104 Cherry Street
18-12-2024 $750,000 6 Wejuba Gardens
18-12-2024 $4,000,000 95 River Street
17-12-2024 $695,000 75 Bentinck Street
17-12-2024 $695,000 2 / 23 Tamar Street
17-12-2024 $760,000 18 Canal Road
16-12-2024 $672,500 5 Norlyn Avenue
16-12-2024 $1,050,000 54 Clavan Street
16-12-2024 $760,000 1 / 14 Vera Street
13-12-2024 $960,000 180 Fox Street
12-12-2024 $980,000 12 Trevally Place
12-12-2024 $297,000 3 / 41 Fox Street
11-12-2024 $990,000 51 Canal Road
10-12-2024 $620,000 2 / 113 Cherry Street
09-12-2024 $520,000 4 / 31 Martin Street
09-12-2024 $748,000 1 / 290 River Street
06-12-2024 $460,000 7 / 1 Maine Place
06-12-2024 $483,000 3 / 87 Crane Street
06-12-2024 $1,450,000 1 / 11 De-Havilland Cescent
04-12-2024 $300,000 2 / 74 Swift Street
04-12-2024 $975,000 9 Eagle Avenue
02-12-2024 $499,000 10 / 60 Swift Street
02-12-2024 $640,000 1 / 13 Crane Street
02-12-2024 $630,000 2 / 12 Hackett Lane
29-11-2024 $825,000 19 Marsh Avenue
29-11-2024 $675,000 7 / 4 Fox Lane
28-11-2024 $820,000 10 Norton Street
27-11-2024 $247,000 66 / 2 Martin Street
26-11-2024 $1,100,000 79 Burnet Street
25-11-2024 $665,000 5 / 12 Hackett Lane
19-11-2024 $685,000 20 / 136 Cherry Street
15-11-2024 $600,000 2 / 21 Tamar Street
15-11-2024 $530,000 4 / 14 Knight Lane
14-11-2024 $1,120,000 4 Cawarra Street
13-11-2024 $650,000 19 / 41 Skinner Street
11-11-2024 $775,000 26 Clavan Street
11-11-2024 $750,000 1 / 24 Richmond Avenue
11-11-2024 $1,500,000 107 / 35 Fawcett Street
06-11-2024 $690,000 98 Fox Street
04-11-2024 $590,000 3 / 4 Swift Street
01-11-2024 $677,000 2 / 28 Tamar Street
31-10-2024 $850,000 93 Catherine Cescent
25-10-2024 $780,000 4 Harrier Street

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