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All About Watsonia, Banyule, VIC, 3087

Watsonia, located in the Banyule City area of Victoria, offers a distinctive blend of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility that makes it an appealing locale for many homebuyers. The housing market in Watsonia has demonstrated resilience and steady growth, reflective of wider trends in Melbourne's suburban areas. Properties in the area range from charming post-war homes to more contemporary builds, providing diverse options for a variety of buyers. This variety supports a dynamic market, with moderate demand driving property values upward steadily over the past years. The suburb's popularity is accentuated by its proximity to transport options such as Watsonia Station, which ensures convenient access to Melbourne's central business district. This connectivity, paired with local amenities like schools and shopping precincts, makes Watsonia a competitive choice in the housing market.

Living in Watsonia provides residents with a comfortable, community-oriented lifestyle. The suburb exudes a welcoming vibe, with tree-lined streets and parks like the popular Gresswell Forest Nature Reserve offering ample outdoor recreational opportunities. Residents enjoy a balanced pace of life, where community events and local markets foster a deep sense of local engagement and spirit. Families are particularly drawn to Watsonia for its strong selection of schools and family-friendly facilities. Additionally, the suburb's cultural diversity enriches the community experience, with numerous eateries and shops reflecting a range of cultural influences. Overall, Watsonia presents an ideal setting for those seeking the charm of suburbia with the perks of city accessibility, making it a desirable place to live within the quiet yet connected tapestry of Melbourne's northern suburbs.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $390.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $1950.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.70
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 42.00
Average Income $935.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.45
Average Properties Within 50M 14
Typical 1 bed house$989,000
Typical 2 bed house$914,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,255,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,427,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,498,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$1,195,000

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Watsonia Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Watsonia? Now could not be a better time, with 2853 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,162,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $362,000 to $3,358,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 15 Km.

In Watsonia 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. High average incomes in Watsonia ensure a focus on quality with a commensurate high entry price under constant demand. Competition for available quality housing is intense with multiple offers likely to be made in excess of asking prices. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Watsonia 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 Watsonia 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 Watsonia 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 Watsonia a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.

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Local Schools

Watsonia Primary School

Loyola College

Greensborough Secondary College

Concord School

Watsonia North Primary School

St Mary's School

Watsonia Heights Primary School

Greensborough Primary School

Streeton Primary School

Macleod College

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

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Watsonia weather - Average Local Climate by month

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RAIN
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Max (%)
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Nov1.711.123.440.694.73.221.6
Dec1.812.826.436.6933.225.4
Jan1.714.828.835.991.93.223.6
Feb1.214.628.138.092.62.820.2
Mar1.412.824.841.793.52.614.8
Apr2.110.321.347.296.62.410.8
May1.78.417.554.595.52.87.6
Jun1.86.014.364.398.22.36.4
Jul1.46.414.261.197.32.97.4
Aug1.96.014.653.896.23.09.6
Sept1.67.818.145.895.43.114.1
Oct1.69.521.343.4953.218.5

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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