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All About Pretty Beach, Central Coast (NSW), NSW, 2257

Pretty Beach, located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, offers a unique, tranquil residential experience that draws many to its charming shoreline and serene environment. Despite its name, the housing market in Pretty Beach is known for its competitive pricing and scarcity, driven by a high demand for its picturesque views and proximity to both beaches and national parks. Properties in this area, particularly those with water views or direct beach access, are often considered premium due to their desirable location. The architectural style of homes ranges from classic beachside cottages to more modern, luxurious builds, catering to a variety of tastes and preferences. As a result, buyers and investors are keen on acquiring property in this locale, which maintains a fairly steady market growth, keeping prices relatively buoyant compared to surrounding areas.

Living in Pretty Beach offers a laid-back, beach-oriented lifestyle that appeals to families, retirees, and professionals seeking a peaceful escape from urban hustle. The community is small and tight-knit, fostering a sense of belonging and neighborly support, which adds to its charm. This locality provides residents with a range of outdoor activities, from boating and fishing to hiking in the nearby Bouddi National Park. Despite its seclusion, Pretty Beach is not too far from essential amenities, with local shops, cafes, and schools within easy reach and the larger hub of Gosford a short drive away. This blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and relative convenience makes Pretty Beach an appealing place for those looking to enjoy a coastal lifestyle, away from the fast-paced city yet within striking distance of Sydney’s metropolitan amenities.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $410.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $2167.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.70
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 60.00
Average Income $1038.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.77
Average Properties Within 50M 9
Typical 1 bed house$2,214,000
Typical 2 bed house$1,322,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,832,000
Typical 4 bed house$2,298,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,882,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$2,230,000

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Pretty Beach Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Pretty Beach? Now could not be a better time, with just 326 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $2,077,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $435,000 to $4,260,000. Pretty Beach is located very near to the coast so expect stunning views of the ocean and access to beaches. Demand is likely to be very strong in this location which will support higher prices

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. 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 Pretty Beach due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Pretty Beach changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Pretty Beach to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. Lower than average industry presence in Pretty Beach 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 Pretty Beach a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.

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Local Schools

Pretty Beach Public School

Ettalong Public School

Empire Bay Public School

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

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Pretty Beach weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.520.327.652.485.5023.2
Feb4.320.127.054.286.5019.6
Mar6.518.925.954.587.3015.9
Apr5.915.323.551.489.0013.9
May2.612.321.247.584.4011.4
Jun4.610.318.550.385.409.1
Jul2.69.018.243.782.1010.4
Aug2.69.719.739.480.2013.1
Sept1.412.522.437.080.2017.8
Oct2.215.023.742.782.8021.1
Nov3.417.125.349.285.2023.4
Dec2.118.726.449.284.8024.4

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

10-12-2024 $2,120,000 4 High View Road
27-09-2024 $1,150,000 16 High View Road
12-07-2024 $1,660,000 37 Venice Road
19-03-2024 $3,000,000 48 High View Road
29-02-2024 $2,050,000 41 Pretty Beach Road
15-12-2023 $1,101,000 39 High View Road
13-11-2023 $2,300,000 18 Como Parade
03-11-2023 $2,000,000 8 Venice Road
31-08-2023 $2,130,000 141 Heath Road
03-07-2023 $2,800,000 20 Pretty Beach Road
15-05-2023 $1,300,000 16 High View Road
03-04-2023 $2,000,000 118 Heath Road
14-02-2023 $1,625,000 33 High View Road
28-11-2022 $2,060,000 20 Como Parade
08-07-2022 $1,380,000 94 Heath Road
07-07-2022 $1,425,000 16 High View Road
16-03-2022 $2,600,000 6 Venice Road
07-02-2022 $1,610,000 61 High View Road
24-01-2022 $1,900,000 10 Venice Road
21-01-2022 $2,700,000 21 High View Road
15-11-2021 $2,700,000 147 Heath Road
01-09-2021 $1,630,000 45 High View Road
06-08-2021 $1,500,000 86 Heath Road
25-06-2021 $2,500,000 6 Pretty Beach Road
24-05-2021 $825,000 102 Heath Road
26-04-2021 $3,180,000 143 Heath Road
22-02-2021 $1,252 33 Venice Road
27-11-2020 $2,625,000 4 Como Parade
25-11-2020 $1,800,000 5 Venice Road
09-11-2020 $3,050,000 270 Araluen Drive
12-10-2020 $1,400,000 114 Heath Road
28-09-2020 $1,200,000 9 Como Parade
16-09-2020 $1,850,000 25 High View Road
07-09-2020 $1,650,000 103 Heath Road
28-08-2020 $3,000,000 192 Araluen Drive
07-08-2020 $1,950,000 36 Como Parade
03-07-2020 $1,300,000 8 Venice Road
29-06-2020 $1,065,000 175 Heath Road
24-04-2020 $670,000 79 High View Road
30-03-2020 $1,029,000 13 Como Parade
17-02-2020 $1,035,000 19 Como Parade
14-01-2020 $1,700,000 145 Heath Road
16-10-2018 $1,165,000 159 Heath Road
05-10-2018 $1,350,000 192 Araluen Drive
13-09-2018 $1,390,000 9 Venice Road
10-07-2018 $980,000 52 Venice Road
21-05-2018 $805,000 19 Pretty Beach Road
01-05-2018 $303,333 40 Venice Road
01-05-2018 $850,000 75 High View Road
12-02-2018 $1,820,000 80 Heath Road

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