Almaden, a small rural locality in Mareeba, Queensland, offers a unique housing market characterized by a tranquil countryside lifestyle. The real estate landscape here primarily consists of spacious land parcels and modest homes, reflecting its rural setting. Properties in Almaden often come with significant acreage, appealing to those who value privacy, space, and a connection with nature. The housing prices tend to be more affordable compared to urban centers, making it an attractive option for first-time buyers or those seeking a rural retreat. However, the market can be less active, with fewer properties changing hands, which might require potential buyers to be patient in their search.
Living in Almaden provides a peaceful, laid-back lifestyle, ideal for nature enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The community is small and tightly-knit, offering a friendly atmosphere where neighbors often know each other by name. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, with access to stunning natural landscapes and outdoor activities like hiking, birdwatching, and exploring the nearby national parks. While amenities are limited within the locality itself, key services and facilities can be accessed in the larger towns of Mareeba or Cairns. Overall, Almaden offers a serene living environment for those who appreciate rural living and the beauty of Queensland's great outdoors.
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Thinking about buying in Almaden? Now could not be a better time, with just 182 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $144,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $17,000 to $320,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 104 Km.
In Almaden 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 Almaden 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 Almaden 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. High density population in Almaden requires consistent turnover in housing ensuring constant demand. Housing styles may be a mix of low, medium, and high density, providing choice for well-financed buyers and value growth over time. Lower than average industry presence in Almaden 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 Almaden a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
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(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Almaden there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
| (mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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| Jan | 8.2 | 21.5 | 31.3 | 51.1 | 94.0 | 2.9 | 21.4 |
| Feb | 7.1 | 21.4 | 30.9 | 52.3 | 94.3 | 2.8 | 21.2 |
| Mar | 4.8 | 21.0 | 29.9 | 55.4 | 94.4 | 3.0 | 19.7 |
| Apr | 1.2 | 19.2 | 28.7 | 51.0 | 90.8 | 4.0 | 19.4 |
| May | 0.6 | 17.3 | 26.9 | 51.6 | 90.4 | 4.0 | 17.2 |
| Jun | 0.5 | 15.4 | 25.6 | 51.3 | 91.6 | 3.8 | 16.2 |
| Jul | 0.2 | 14.5 | 25.3 | 48.3 | 90.4 | 3.9 | 17.3 |
| Aug | 0.1 | 14.2 | 26.6 | 40.8 | 90.3 | 3.7 | 19.3 |
| Sept | 0.1 | 15.5 | 28.9 | 35.8 | 90.1 | 3.4 | 23.1 |
| Oct | 0.7 | 17.4 | 30.4 | 37.0 | 90.0 | 3.4 | 25.1 |
| Nov | 1.8 | 19.2 | 31.3 | 41.3 | 90.4 | 3.1 | 25.8 |
| Dec | 3.2 | 20.7 | 32.3 | 43.2 | 92.0 | 3.0 | 25.0 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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