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All About Cumborah, Walgett, NSW, 2832

Cumborah, a small rural locality in the Walgett Shire of New South Wales, presents a unique housing market primarily characterized by its sparse population and rural charm. The housing market here is much less dynamic compared to urban areas, largely due to its remote location and small community size. Homes are generally more affordable than in bustling cities, offering a quaint and peaceful lifestyle for those looking to escape the fast pace of urban living. The properties often consist of modest family homes and farmhouses, reflecting the area's agricultural backdrop. Prospective buyers or renters may find a limited selection due to the locality's small size, but the available options often come with generous land sizes, perfect for those seeking space and privacy.

Living in Cumborah offers a retreat into the serene landscapes of rural New South Wales, where community life tends to be close-knit and friendly. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, with a strong sense of community spirit, often banding together for local events and gatherings. The locality is surrounded by vast natural beauty, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as farming, birdwatching, and exploring the nearby opal fields, where fossicking is a popular pastime. Essential services and amenities may be limited within Cumborah itself, requiring trips to nearby towns like Walgett for more comprehensive shopping, healthcare, and educational facilities. However, for those who appreciate the quiet, open spaces of the countryside and the simplicity of rural living, Cumborah offers an appealing lifestyle.

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Cumborah Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Cumborah? Now could not be a better time, with just 98 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $95,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $17,000 to $325,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 502 Km.

In Cumborah 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 Cumborah 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. Low average earnings from people in Cumborah leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Low population density implies low demand and limits housing choices and price increases. Could be a good entry point for first home buyers needing to somehow get into the market. With very low industrial sector presence in Cumborah the focus is on lifestyle, driving specific demand around facilities, services, and open space. Most people are employed in service sectors with a higher than average proportion being able to work from home. This may incease demand over the medium term.

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Local Schools

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

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Cumborah weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan1.522.535.724.567.04.225.7
Feb2.721.333.829.173.23.824.4
Mar1.519.732.429.975.33.520.6
Apr0.614.228.529.378.93.018.4
May0.88.923.632.984.02.814.5
Jun1.06.819.642.188.93.012.5
Jul0.85.519.636.687.13.013.7
Aug0.45.421.925.879.83.116.4
Sept0.810.226.621.970.23.621
Oct1.114.429.623.169.33.924.7
Nov2.218.833.422.667.1427.0
Dec1.020.534.324.568.74.127.9

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

10-07-2024 $100,000 14 Cumborah Street
22-03-2024 $17,000 9 Milrae Street
03-11-2022 $35,000 28 Walgett Street
09-05-2022 $5,200,000 2161 Wilby Wilby Road
05-05-2022 $24,000 18 Grawin Street
28-04-2022 $45,000 16 Grawin Street
19-08-2021 $15,000 9 Cumborah Street
05-08-2021 $3,893,706 2161 Wilby Wilby Road
10-06-2021 $3,000,000 829 Wilby Wilby Road
01-06-2021 $142,800 3507 Gingie Road
21-05-2021 $2,314,999 4691 Narran Lake Road
26-04-2021 $255,000 6 Walgett Street
21-01-2021 $35,000 3 Grawin Street
03-07-2020 $1,500 4 Cumborah Street
23-06-2020 $10,000 3 Wilkie Street
19-03-2020 $15,000 9 Cumborah Street
17-02-2020 $8,000 20 Grawin Street
28-09-2018 $623,880 2161 Wilby Wilby Road
30-04-2018 $5,000 39 Cumborah Street
16-04-2018 $16,000 16 Grawin Street
28-03-2018 $1,672,320 2906 Wilby Wilby Road
21-07-2017 $1,450,000 2904 Wilby Wilby Road
21-06-2017 $5,000 16 Grawin Street
08-02-2017 $4,217 2012 Wilby Wilby Road
07-12-2015 $510,000 3670 Wilby Wilby Road
10-11-2015 $135,000 6 Cumborah Street
18-09-2015 $10,000 18 Grawin Street
27-08-2015 $1,536,300 2797 Wilby Wilby Road
30-07-2015 $270,000 24 Walgett Street
28-01-2014 $11,000 20 Grawin Street
16-12-2013 $8,000 8 Walgett Street
14-09-2012 $8,000 19 Cumborah Street
22-11-2011 $106,000 12 Grawin Street
26-09-2008 $12,000 2 Narran Street
04-02-2008 $10,000 2 Narran Street
04-12-2006 $25,000 2 Narran Street



Nearby Suburbs

Grawin Opal FieldsNarran LakeGoodoogaLightning RidgeTalawantaWalgettGingie ReserveGoodooga ReserveNamoi VillageAngledool

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