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All About Darbys Falls, Cowra, NSW, 2793

Darby's Falls, a small village located in the Cowra Shire of New South Wales, offers a serene and picturesque setting that appeals to those looking for a rural lifestyle. The housing market in Darby's Falls is characterized by a mix of quaint cottages and larger rural properties, making it particularly attractive to families and retirees seeking a quiet, country life. Compared to metropolitan areas, property prices tend to be more affordable, providing a great opportunity for homebuyers to enter the market. The community is small, fostering a close-knit atmosphere where neighbors know each other and local events are well attended. However, potential buyers should be aware that the selection of available properties might be limited due to the village's small size.

Living in Darby's Falls means embracing a lifestyle defined by natural beauty and outdoor activities. The nearby Lachlan River and the scenic landscapes offer ample opportunities for fishing, hiking, and picnicking. The village is also home to the Darby's Falls Observatory, which attracts astronomy enthusiasts from the region. Residents enjoy the peace and tranquility that comes with rural living, yet they have convenient access to the nearby town of Cowra for essential services, shopping, and entertainment. While the pace of life is slower compared to urban centers, the community’s charm lies in its simplicity and the genuine hospitality of its residents. For those yearning for a connection to nature and a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life, Darby's Falls presents an ideal setting.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $241.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1100.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 54.00
Average Income $479.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 2.27
Average Properties Within 50M 4
Typical 1 bed house$506,000
Typical 2 bed house$506,000
Typical 3 bed house$341,000
Typical 4 bed house$537,000
Typical 5 bed house$506,000

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Darbys Falls Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Darbys Falls? Now could not be a better time, with just 192 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $481,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $18,000 to $3,647,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 192 Km.

In Darbys Falls 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 Darbys Falls 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 Darbys Falls 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 Darbys Falls 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

None within suburb boundary

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

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Darbys Falls weather - Average Local Climate by month

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RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
Max (°C)
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Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
HUMIDITY
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WIND
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SOLAR
Jan1.115.533.623.082.63.627.2
Feb2.715.030.232.086.43.523.1
Mar2.712.326.938.190.93.118.4
Apr1.37.322.342.794.72.614.9
May1.23.017.450.696.62.511.1
Jun2.02.113.961.597.42.59.1
Jul1.90.613.261.398.72.49.4
Aug1.30.514.552.698.12.612.4
Sept1.62.318.344.996.22.917.4
Oct1.45.723.136.794.43.122.3
Nov2.89.627.230.691.73.125.0
Dec2.212.730.424.585.13.427.9

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

19-12-2024 $250,000 38 Main Street
28-08-2024 $530,000 24 Church Street
19-08-2024 $455,000 11 Observatory Road
29-07-2024 $295,000 2334 Darbys Falls Road
15-07-2024 $100,000 23 Church Street
22-03-2024 $205,000 14 Main Street
23-02-2024 $220,000 61 Main Street
10-08-2023 $195,000 25 Main Street
17-01-2023 $500,000 24 Church Street
19-12-2022 $230,000 2334 Darbys Falls Road
18-11-2022 $4,150,000 1852 Darbys Falls Road
14-10-2022 $3,699,999 1353 Pine Mount Road
07-10-2022 $6,000 21 Church Street
04-10-2022 $133,000 36 Main Street
27-09-2022 $200,000 14 Main Street
26-08-2022 $255,000 35 Glen Avon Road
17-08-2022 $290,000 91 Main Street
12-08-2022 $480,000 139 Mount Mcdonald Road
22-07-2022 $3,120,000 1975 Darbys Falls Road
14-03-2022 $550,000 298 Mount Mcdonald Road
31-01-2022 $850,000 200 Clearview Road
16-12-2021 $250,000 44 Main Street
28-09-2021 $595,000 60 Clearview Road
09-06-2021 $690,000 2089 Darbys Falls Road
21-04-2021 $275,000 140 Mount Mcdonald Road
16-04-2021 $650,000 35 Glen Avon Road
16-04-2021 $36,000 49 Main Street
04-11-2020 $470,000 21 Observatory Road
16-09-2020 $110,000 11 Main Street
15-09-2020 $85,000 142 Mount Mcdonald Road
31-07-2020 $36,000 39 Main Street
03-06-2020 $85,000 41 Main Street
20-03-2020 $100,000 77 Main Street
10-12-2018 $185,000 87 Main Street
26-09-2018 $200,000 296 Mount Mcdonald Road
26-09-2018 $305,000 2443 Darbys Falls Road
27-09-2017 $287,500 8 Clearview Road
18-08-2017 $465,000 4 Church Street
18-04-2017 $70,000 33 Main Street
25-01-2017 $151,000 14 Main Street
20-12-2016 $70,000 113 Mount Mcdonald Road
20-12-2016 $385,000 60 Clearview Road
17-11-2016 $105,000 11 Main Street
14-10-2016 $33,333 36 Main Street
16-06-2016 $80,000 26 Main Street
30-03-2016 $20,000 21 Main Street
18-03-2016 $266,000 31 Peter Whitty Road
04-03-2016 $100,000 2405 Darbys Falls Road
04-03-2016 $25,000 90 Main Street
09-02-2016 $177,500 92 Clearview Road


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