Boat Harbour, located in the picturesque Port Stephens area of New South Wales, offers a unique and appealing housing market characterized by its coastal charm and tranquil lifestyle. This small seaside town is known for its stunning natural beauty, with properties often boasting magnificent views of the ocean and surrounding landscapes. The housing market in Boat Harbour primarily consists of detached homes, many of which are architecturally designed to blend seamlessly with the environment. This market typically attracts buyers looking for holiday homes, retirees seeking a peaceful paradise, and families desiring a close-knit community atmosphere. While property prices here have historically been lower than in major cities, the growing interest in coastal living has seen them steadily rising, reflecting both demand for lifestyle properties and the limited availability of land.
Living in Boat Harbour is synonymous with embracing a serene and idyllic coastal lifestyle. Residents enjoy a multitude of outdoor activities, with easy access to pristine beaches, protected marine environments, and scenic walking trails. The small-town feel is complemented by a strong sense of community, where neighbors know each other and local events foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere. The area offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban centers, appealing particularly to those seeking relaxation and connection with nature. While shopping and major amenities require a short drive to nearby Nelson Bay or Salamander Bay, the tranquility, stunning natural vistas, and friendly community more than compensate for this. Living in Boat Harbour is perfect for individuals or families longing for a slower pace of life framed by breathtaking coastal scenery.
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Thinking about buying in Boat Harbour? Now could not be a better time, with just 156 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,198,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $44,000 to $7,137,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 20 Km.
In Boat Harbour 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 Boat Harbour 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. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Boat Harbour provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Medium density in Boat Harbour necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Boat Harbour 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 Boat Harbour a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
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Vistara Primary School
Bexhill Public School
Summerland Christian College
(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Boat Harbour 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 | 7.4 | 21.0 | 28.8 | 58.9 | 89.8 | 4.9 | 23.0 |
Feb | 8.4 | 21.1 | 28.9 | 59.0 | 91.3 | 4.7 | 21.0 |
Mar | 7.9 | 20.3 | 28.1 | 59.9 | 92.6 | 4.2 | 17.7 |
Apr | 5.9 | 17.0 | 25.8 | 55.5 | 91.7 | 3.8 | 16.5 |
May | 3.2 | 13.4 | 23.4 | 51.8 | 92.4 | 3.4 | 13.5 |
Jun | 4.1 | 11.6 | 21.2 | 54.5 | 92.4 | 3.5 | 12.0 |
Jul | 1.6 | 10.0 | 21.1 | 47.4 | 92.4 | 3.4 | 12.9 |
Aug | 1.3 | 10.4 | 22.6 | 42.7 | 92.2 | 3.6 | 15.9 |
Sept | 1 | 12.9 | 24.2 | 46.0 | 90.4 | 4.3 | 19.6 |
Oct | 4.0 | 15.9 | 25.2 | 54 | 90.0 | 4.6 | 21.9 |
Nov | 2.1 | 18.5 | 27.1 | 54.9 | 89.6 | 4.9 | 25.2 |
Dec | 6.4 | 20.1 | 28.2 | 58 | 90.5 | 4.7 | 24.5 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
04-11-2024 | $1,435,000 | 3 Eleanor Place |
04-07-2024 | $1,100,000 | 157 Cameron Road |
26-09-2023 | $1,325,000 | 75 Cameron Road |
22-09-2023 | $850,000 | 19 Ridgeland Close |
30-08-2023 | $1,600,000 | 18 Ridgeland Close |
03-11-2022 | $1,007,000 | 6 Belbourie Cescent |
01-08-2022 | $600,000 | 35 Behan Accs |
20-01-2022 | $700,000 | 150 Cameron Road |
19-07-2021 | $1,250,000 | 513 Boatharbour Road |
15-06-2021 | $1,260,000 | 21 Belbourie Cescent |
11-06-2021 | $855,000 | 20 Ridgeland Close |
26-02-2021 | $1,200,000 | 211 Boatharbour Road |
18-01-2021 | $1,030,000 | 571 Boatharbour Road |
19-10-2020 | $515,000 | 11 Talbot Close |
23-09-2020 | $430,000 | 14 Spurfield Road |
21-09-2020 | $1,051,000 | 514 Boatharbour Road |
28-08-2020 | $940,000 | 18 Ridgeland Close |
05-08-2020 | $445,000 | 9 Spurfield Road |
12-06-2020 | $338,000 | 21 Spurfield Road |
25-05-2020 | $435,000 | 20 Spurfield Road |
29-04-2020 | $370,000 | 2 Spurfield Road |
30-03-2020 | $350,000 | 9 Spurfield Road |
11-03-2020 | $340,000 | 94 Cameron Road |
05-03-2020 | $350,000 | 7 Spurfield Road |
27-02-2020 | $340,000 | 4 Spurfield Road |
27-02-2020 | $300,000 | 84 Cameron Road |
27-02-2020 | $395,000 | 23 Spurfield Road |
27-02-2020 | $340,000 | 130 Cameron Road |
07-11-2018 | $590,000 | 43 Cameron Road |
03-07-2018 | $840,000 | 365 Boatharbour Road |
20-06-2018 | $275,000 | 13 Eleanor Place |
15-06-2018 | $260,000 | 15 Talbot Close |
15-06-2018 | $320,000 | 7 Eleanor Place |
14-06-2018 | $290,000 | 5 Talbot Close |
14-06-2018 | $280,000 | 11 Eleanor Place |
13-06-2018 | $320,000 | 10 Talbot Close |
13-06-2018 | $265,000 | 109 Cameron Road |
13-06-2018 | $240,000 | 3 Eleanor Place |
08-05-2018 | $720,000 | 18 Ridgeland Close |
08-02-2018 | $649,000 | 122 Cameron Road |
30-11-2017 | $465,000 | 424 Boatharbour Road |
31-10-2017 | $1,335,000 | 21 Mckinnon Road |
25-10-2017 | $725,000 | 327 Boatharbour Road |
24-08-2017 | $360,000 | 110 Cameron Road |
16-06-2017 | $705,000 | 238 Richmond Hill Road |
16-12-2016 | $698,000 | 103 Cameron Road |
06-12-2016 | $680,000 | 18 Ridgeland Close |
25-11-2016 | $255,000 | 137 Cameron Road |
26-09-2016 | $680,000 | 157 Boatharbour Road |
29-08-2016 | $167,680 | 357 Boatharbour Road |
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