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All About Tarrawanna, Wollongong, NSW, 2518

Tarrawanna, a suburb of Wollongong in New South Wales, has been garnering attention in the housing market due to its charming community atmosphere and convenient location. The suburb offers a blend of older-style homes and modern developments, making it appealing to a diverse range of homebuyers, from young families to retirees. Over recent years, Tarrawanna has experienced steady growth in property values, driven by its proximity to Wollongong’s city center and the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Buyers are particularly drawn to the suburb’s generous lot sizes and the availability of both single-family homes and townhouses. This variety offers potential homeowners a range of choices while accommodating different budgets and lifestyle preferences. The suburb’s real estate market is also buoyed by an ongoing interest from investors looking to capitalize on the strong rental demand in the area.

Living in Tarrawanna presents a harmonious blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility, making it an attractive location for residents who value both convenience and a sense of community. The area is characterized by its leafy streets, local parks, and a variety of shops and cafes that give it a quaint, small-town feel despite being a short drive from the bustling Wollongong city center. Community life in Tarrawanna is vibrant and welcoming, with local events and markets fostering strong neighborly connections. For families, the suburb offers access to quality schools and recreational facilities, such as playgrounds and sports fields, catering to a family-friendly lifestyle. The nearby escarpment and coastline provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, from bushwalking to beach days. Overall, Tarrawanna serves as a microcosm of relaxed coastal living while benefiting from the infrastructural advancements and employment opportunities offered by the greater Wollongong area.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $320.60
Median Monthly Mortgage $2119.20
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.78
Average Household Size 2.60
Average Age 51.60
Average Income $688.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.55
Average Properties Within 50M 15
Typical 1 bed house$1,194,000
Typical 2 bed house$1,051,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,173,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,505,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,774,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$2,396,000

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Tarrawanna Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Tarrawanna? Now could not be a better time, with 1142 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,226,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $375,000 to $4,895,000. Tarrawanna is located fairly close to the coast at just 1Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

In Tarrawanna 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 Tarrawanna 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 Tarrawanna 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 Tarrawanna necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Tarrawanna 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 Tarrawanna a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.

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Local Schools

Tarrawanna Public School

Wollongong Flexible Learning Centre

Fairy Meadow Public School

Balgownie Public School

Corrimal East Public School

St Columbkille's Catholic Primary School

Towradgi Public School

Corrimal Public School

Aspect South Coast School

Corrimal High School

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

Local Crime Rate

Incidents Trend State Average

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Tarrawanna weather - Average Local Climate by month

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RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
Max (°C)
TEMP
Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
HUMIDITY
(m/sec)
WIND
(MJ/sq m)
SOLAR
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

16-12-2024 $1,630,000 12 Charles Road
13-12-2024 $1,425,000 3 Harrigan Street
12-11-2024 $1,450,000 8 Brissendon Close
20-09-2024 $1,255,000 38 Williamson Street
11-07-2024 $1,580,000 83 Meadow Street
05-07-2024 $1,000,000 34 Caldwell Avenue
21-06-2024 $895,000 4 / 14 Bellambi Street
19-06-2024 $850,000 1 / 5 Keira Street
13-06-2024 $490,000 6 / 15 Bellambi Street
07-06-2024 $1,200,000 4 Caldwell Avenue
01-05-2024 $805,000 2 / 16 Brooker Street
12-04-2024 $1,100,000 5 Charles Road
21-03-2024 $855,000 5 / 5 Keira Street
13-03-2024 $860,000 3 / 76 Meadow Street
28-02-2024 $1,800,000 15 Bradford Close
19-02-2024 $1,070,000 17 Kendall Street
15-02-2024 $940,000 3 / 8 Harrigan Street
12-02-2024 $1,350,000 40 Meads Avenue
22-01-2024 $1,500,000 11 Bradford Close
18-12-2023 $626,000 28 Bellambi Street
14-12-2023 $1,130,000 3 Meads Avenue
03-11-2023 $1,005,000 86 Caldwell Avenue
03-10-2023 $1,650,000 20 Bertram Close
20-09-2023 $1,200,000 44 Caldwell Avenue
29-08-2023 $620,000 1 / 79 Meadow Street
01-08-2023 $652,000 7 / 5 Keira Street
12-07-2023 $1,380,000 8 Bellambi Street
07-07-2023 $1,660,500 25 Prosser Close
26-06-2023 $823,500 2 / 5 Keira Street
28-04-2023 $820,000 5 / 79 Meadow Street
26-04-2023 $1,110,000 29 Meads Avenue
17-04-2023 $870,000 28 Caldwell Avenue
03-04-2023 $1,100,000 4 / 63 Meadow Street
24-02-2023 $680,000 4 / 79 Meadow Street
30-01-2023 $800,000 1 / 61 Caldwell Avenue
16-12-2022 $700,000 2 / 79 Meadow Street
17-11-2022 $870,000 10 Meads Avenue
01-11-2022 $645,000 1 / 14 Bellambi Street
28-10-2022 $760,500 3 / 48 Meadow Street
14-10-2022 $1,500,000 2 Pendleton Close
14-10-2022 $915,000 12 / 15 Bellambi Street
10-10-2022 $990,000 6 Kendall Street
06-10-2022 $905,000 13 / 15 Bellambi Street
26-09-2022 $1,270,000 10 Pendleton Close
02-09-2022 $820,000 2 / 23 Bertram Close
05-08-2022 $509,476 14 Corrimal Street
29-07-2022 $1,350,000 9 Caldwell Avenue
21-06-2022 $1,125,000 88 Meadow Street
03-06-2022 $825,000 7 / 61 Caldwell Avenue
02-06-2022 $1,510,000 13 Prosser Close

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