Powelltown, situated in the Yarra Ranges of Victoria, offers a unique living experience characterized by its blend of natural beauty and small-town charm. The housing market in Powelltown is generally considered more affordable compared to the bustling Melbourne metropolitan area. Homes here often include large properties with plenty of space, reflecting the rural setting of the town. This affordability and the chance to own larger plots of land have made Powelltown an attractive option for families and retirees looking to enjoy a quieter lifestyle. The market tends to be slower-moving than urban centers, with properties potentially taking longer to sell, but this also means buyers can often find better deals and have more time to make decisions.
Living in Powelltown provides a serene and laid-back lifestyle, perfect for those who appreciate nature and community spirit. The town is surrounded by lush forests and hilly landscapes, offering residents ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, bird watching, and picnicking. The sense of community is strong, with locals often participating in town events and supporting each other's ventures. Although amenities such as shopping and entertainment might require a drive to nearby towns, the peaceful environment and the beauty of the Yarra Ranges more than compensate for this. Overall, Powelltown provides a tranquil living experience, with the charm of rural life just a stone's throw away from urban conveniences.
Median Weekly Rent | $300.00 |
Median Monthly Mortgage | $1235.00 |
Median Persons Per bed houseroom | 0.90 |
Average Household Size | 2.00 |
Average Age | 47.00 |
Average Income | $596.00 |
Average Cars Per Dwelling | 2.23 |
Average Properties Within 50M | 3 |
Typical 1 bed house | |
Typical 2 bed house | $473,000 |
Typical 3 bed house | $611,000 |
Typical 4 bed house | $809,000 |
Typical 6 bed+ house |
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Thinking about buying in Powelltown? Now could not be a better time, with just 148 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $653,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $335,000 to $1,435,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 42 Km.
In Powelltown 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. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine Powelltown due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Powelltown provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. High density population in Powelltown 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. With very low industrial sector presence in Powelltown 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.
Instant Property Valuation10 Lloyds Road, Powelltown, VIC, 3797 | 3 | 1 | 1 | Under Contract |
None within suburb boundary
(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Powelltown 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 | 1.6 | 12.1 | 28.6 | 36.6 | 94.8 | 2.8 | 24.5 |
Feb | 1.9 | 12.1 | 28.0 | 39.5 | 95.3 | 2.7 | 20.5 |
Mar | 1.7 | 10.5 | 25.3 | 42.6 | 96.1 | 2.5 | 15.7 |
Apr | 2.0 | 7.6 | 21.0 | 49.6 | 98.0 | 2.0 | 11.6 |
May | 2.5 | 5.7 | 16.8 | 59.5 | 97.3 | 2.0 | 8.0 |
Jun | 2.2 | 3.7 | 14.1 | 66.1 | 98.0 | 1.9 | 7.2 |
Jul | 2.1 | 4.5 | 13.7 | 63.1 | 96.4 | 2.7 | 7.3 |
Aug | 2.4 | 4.4 | 14.5 | 56.8 | 96.2 | 2.8 | 9.9 |
Sept | 2.4 | 5.4 | 17.5 | 49.1 | 97.4 | 2.8 | 14.0 |
Oct | 2.2 | 7.3 | 20.6 | 47.7 | 96.9 | 2.7 | 18.9 |
Nov | 2.6 | 9.4 | 22.9 | 46.1 | 96.8 | 2.7 | 22.2 |
Dec | 2.3 | 10.2 | 25.8 | 39.7 | 96.5 | 2.8 | 25.3 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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