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All About Coniston, Wollongong, NSW, 2500

Coniston, a suburb in Wollongong, NSW, offers a unique vantage point of the housing market, characterized by its blend of affordability and accessibility. Recently, the housing market in Coniston has witnessed a steady interest, partly due to its strategic location being so close to the Wollongong city center, yet offering a serene residential atmosphere. Being less than 10 minutes south of Wollongong's vibrant CBD, Coniston provides a mix of housing options ranging from older style homes reflecting mid-20th century architecture to modern developments. This diversity caters to a wide demographic, from young families seeking space and convenience to professionals looking for proximity to both work and leisure amenities. The real estate market here is competitive, yet slightly more affordable compared to the inner Wollongong areas, making it an attractive option for first-time homebuyers and investors alike.

Living in Coniston is marked by a strong sense of community and convenient lifestyle options. The suburb is well-serviced by public transport, including Coniston Station providing easy connectivity to Sydney and the broader Illawarra region. Local shops, schools, and recreational facilities contribute to a family-friendly environment. The proximity to beaches, such as Wollongong Beach and Lake Illawarra, allows residents to enjoy the coastal lifestyle with outdoor activities like surfing, fishing, and waterfront picnics. The community is diverse and inclusive, enhancing social cohesion and cultural interaction. With its welcoming neighborhood vibe, combined with the practicality of modern conveniences, Coniston offers a balanced lifestyle for those seeking tranquility without sacrificing urban benefits.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $350.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1700.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 35.00
Average Income $801.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.54
Average Properties Within 50M 21
Typical 1 bed house$564,000
Typical 2 bed house$668,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,003,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,236,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,181,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$1,325,000

Housing Stock

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Coniston Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Coniston? Now could not be a better time, with 1422 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $896,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $48,000 to $33,266,000. Coniston 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.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. Low average incomes in Coniston 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 Coniston 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 Coniston necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Properties for sale Coniston

Stone Real Estate 39 Wonson Avenue, Coniston, NSW, 2500 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 2 Auction
The Agency 5 Iris Avenue, Coniston, NSW, 2500 Beds4 Bathrooms2 Parking 1 10th February at 5:30pm
Properties for sale in Coniston

Local Schools

Coniston Public School

Mount St Thomas Public School

Alesco Illawarra

Illawarra Hospital School

The Illawarra Grammar School

St Therese Catholic Primary School

Wollongong West Public School

Lindsay Park Public School

Gwynneville Public School

St Brigid's Catholic Primary School

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

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Coniston weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan3.617.626.758.697.63.619.8
Feb7.618.025.662.897.63.617.0
Mar5.215.624.658.297.53.414.2
Apr1.011.223.548.497.23.213.2
May3.89.420.150.892.63.910.0
Jun0.98.218.25291.73.99.7
Jul6.27.417.953.594.84.19.9
Aug4.17.019.042.589.44.612.8
Sept0.99.021.643.493.94.116.5
Oct3.712.222.95496.63.617.6
Nov1.213.225.847.3964.222.9
Dec2.416.324.757.596418

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

05-12-2024 $995,000 68 Heaslip Street
05-12-2024 $540,000 5 / 44 Bridge Street
15-11-2024 $525,000 6 / 8 Myrtle Street
14-11-2024 $540,000 3 / 6 Mackie Street
01-11-2024 $785,000 1 / 41 Robertson Street
31-10-2024 $3,246,100 7 Miller Street
31-10-2024 $3,999,600 115 Auburn Street
25-10-2024 $650,000 48 Robertson Street
25-10-2024 $662,000 1 / 15 Myrtle Street
18-10-2024 $546,000 1 / 21 Heaslip Street
02-10-2024 $700,000 8 / 33 Wonson Avenue
25-09-2024 $1,080,000 94 Bridge Street
16-09-2024 $1,200,000 114 Gladstone Avenue
02-09-2024 $1,890,000 3 / 103 Auburn Street
22-08-2024 $1,240,000 9 Pine Cescent
07-08-2024 $1,050,000 72 Robertson Street
29-07-2024 $730,000 7 / 25 Robertson Street
29-07-2024 $859,000 5 / 8 Mackie Street
22-07-2024 $850,000 20 Robertson Street
09-07-2024 $995,000 73 Heaslip Street
05-07-2024 $600,000 95 Bridge Street
02-07-2024 $726,000 12 / 124 Auburn Street
27-06-2024 $1,025,000 7 Wonson Avenue
27-06-2024 $620,000 9 / 10 Myrtle Street
06-06-2024 $490,000 6 / 40 Bridge Street
14-05-2024 $705,000 18 / 41 Robertson Street
13-05-2024 $485,000 1 / 142 Gladstone Avenue
26-04-2024 $865,000 32 / 124 Auburn Street
08-04-2024 $1,250,000 8 Lutana Place
03-04-2024 $465,000 4 / 7 Kelvin Road
02-04-2024 $650,000 36 / 124 Auburn Street
06-03-2024 $425,000 20 Heaslip Street
21-02-2024 $760,000 7 / 41 Robertson Street
06-02-2024 $782,000 25 Bridge Street
22-01-2024 $510,000 3 / 10 Myrtle Street
11-12-2023 $490,000 7 / 148 Auburn Street
07-12-2023 $865,000 31 Iris Avenue
01-12-2023 $720,000 118 Gladstone Avenue
20-11-2023 $552,000 5 / 21 Heaslip Street
31-10-2023 $880,000 8 / 6 Heaslip Street
27-10-2023 $930,000 3 Wonson Avenue
23-10-2023 $550,000 2 John Cleary Place
09-10-2023 $630,000 118 Gladstone Avenue
06-10-2023 $775,000 2 / 28 Robertson Street
01-09-2023 $317,000 17 / 142 Gladstone Avenue
18-08-2023 $1,510,000 10 Robwald Avenue
17-08-2023 $877,000 85 Bridge Street
14-08-2023 $548,000 12 / 27 Heaslip Street
31-07-2023 $720,000 33 Bridge Street
14-07-2023 $485,000 3 / 58 Robertson Street

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