Dandenong Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Dandenong, VIC 3175 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2025 Rent 2025
Median House Price
$755,000
2025 data
Gross Rental Yield
3.6%
Weekly Rent
$520
Renter Demand
73%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
1.5%
Low — tight market
Population
30,127
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State VIC
Postcode 3175
Median house price $755,000
Median unit price $440,000
Weekly rent (median) $520/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 3.6% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 72.8%
Vacancy rate 1.48%
Population 30,127
Median household income $65,884/yr
Owner-occupied 27.2%
Median age 33 yrs
Total dwellings 7,105

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Moderate reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 45

Dandenong shows around-average reported crime compared with other VIC suburbs, based on 2024 state police data.

Source: VIC police / crime statistics. Reported offences vary by category and reporting practices — check current local figures before deciding.

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Backed by 30+ recent transactions; the price is an all-property-types median and plausible for the area.

Last updated: 2025 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (1.5%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (73%) — strong rental demand base
🔵 Moderate reported crime (45 incidents/1,000 residents) — VIC reported data 2024
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Price History

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🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 8
Primary 6
Secondary 2
Schools in Dandenong
Dandenong North Primary School Primary · Government
Dandenong Primary School Primary · Government
Dandenong South Primary School Primary · Government
Dandenong West Primary School Primary · Government
St Mary's School Primary · Catholic
Wooranna Park Primary School Primary · Government
Dandenong High School Secondary · Government
St John's Regional College Secondary · Catholic
Emerson School Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🔄 Compare & Explore

Dandenong's 3.6% gross rental yield is above the VIC median of 3.1%, across 760 VIC suburbs with public data.

Similar suburbs in VIC by price range, ranked by yield:

Sandhurst, VIC
7.2% yield
$545,000
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7.2% yield
$549,000
Waterways, VIC
6.9% yield
$667,000
Mornington, VIC
6.5% yield
$558,000
Croydon Hills, VIC
6.4% yield
$571,500
Sandhurst, VIC
6.4% yield
$617,500
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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $755,000
Deposit (20%) $151,000
Loan (80% LVR) $604,000
Weekly rent $520/wk
Annual rent income $27,040/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dandenong a good suburb to invest in?

Dandenong has a high renter proportion (73%) and a low vacancy rate, suggesting tight rental demand. Use this data as a research signal only. Always conduct property-level due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making any investment decision.

What is the median house price in Dandenong?

The median house price in Dandenong is approximately $755,000 based on 2025 public data.

What is the rental yield in Dandenong?

The indicative gross rental yield in Dandenong is 3.6%, based on a median weekly rent of $520 against a median price of $755,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Dandenong compare to other suburbs?

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Is Dandenong a safe suburb?

Dandenong shows around-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in VIC, based on 2024 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Dandenong?

Dandenong has 9 known schools, including Dandenong North Primary School, Dandenong Primary School, Dandenong South Primary School, Dandenong West Primary School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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