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All About Officer South, Cardinia, VIC, 3809

Officer South, located within the Cardinia Shire in Victoria, has been experiencing significant growth in its housing market. This suburb is part of Melbourne's expanding southeastern corridor, characterized by an increasing demand for residential properties as people seek more affordable alternatives to inner-city living. The housing market in Officer South offers a variety of options, ranging from modern townhouses to large family homes, often at more competitive prices compared to the neighboring suburbs closer to Melbourne’s CBD. Recent developments and infrastructure investments have further boosted its appeal, providing potential buyers with more reasons to consider the area for their next home purchase or investment. The combination of relatively affordable housing and new investment into the community infrastructure makes Officer South an attractive option for first-time homebuyers as well as investors looking for growth opportunities.

Living in Officer South offers residents a balance between city convenience and suburban tranquility. The area is surrounded by scenic landscapes, offering a peaceful lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life, yet with easy access to essential amenities. With new schools, shopping centers, and parks, Officer South caters to families, young professionals, and retirees alike. The neighboring areas provide various recreational options, including golf courses and nature reserves, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Additionally, the suburb has good connectivity, with easy access to public transport and major roads, allowing residents to commute to Melbourne and other parts of Victoria efficiently. The community is growing, fostering a sense of belonging among residents as they contribute to the development of local amenities and the vibrancy of the neighborhood.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $386.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $2156.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.70
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 38.00
Average Income $830.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.52
Average Properties Within 50M 33
Typical 2 bed house$1,055,000
Typical 3 bed house$864,000
Typical 4 bed house$963,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,276,000

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Officer South Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Officer South? Now could not be a better time, with 1074 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,049,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $473,000 to $1,404,000. Officer South is located fairly close to the coast at just 9Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

Prices are above market average and increase steadily under persistent demand. A more sustainable rate of price growth is anticipated in the short to medium term. Incomes in Officer South are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Officer South provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Officer South to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. With very low industrial sector presence in Officer South 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

John Henry Primary School

Bridgewood Primary School

Hillcrest Christian College

Officer Secondary College

Officer Specialist School

Pakenham Springs Primary School

Pakenham Lakeside Primary School

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

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Officer South weather - Average Local Climate by month

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RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
Max (°C)
TEMP
Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
HUMIDITY
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Jan2.514.22546.186.82.422.2
May1.98.616.855.990.61.88.2
Jun2.57.314.662.7921.96.7
Jul1.97.113.760.489.32.77.3
Aug2.28.115.356.590.82.510.7
Sept2.98.417.249.390.32.614.2
Oct2.510.218.754.389.62.516.7
Nov1.412.823.842.587.42.222

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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