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Mount Gambier Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Mount Gambier, SA 5290 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2024 Rent 2021
Median House Price
$435,000
2024 data · estimate
Gross Rental Yield
2.6%
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Weekly Rent
$220
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Renter Demand
52%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.8%
Low — tight market
Population
25,591
Suburb residents
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📍 Suburb Overview

State SA
Postcode 5290
Median house price $435,000
Median unit price —
Weekly rent (median) $220/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.6% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 51.6%
Vacancy rate 0.83%
Population 25,591
Median household income $62,244/yr
Owner-occupied 48.4%
Median age 41 yrs
Total dwellings 6,642

🛡️ Safety & Crime

Reported crime level Higher reported crime
Incidents / 1,000 residents 72

Mount Gambier shows above-average reported crime compared with other SA suburbs, based on 2025 state police data.

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

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

Multiple core metrics are available, including price, rent/yield and population or demand indicators.

Last updated: 2024 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

✅ Low vacancy (0.8%) — tight rental market
⚠️ Price is an estimate — limited recent transaction data available
⚠️ Rent data is from 2021 — may not reflect current market
⚠️ Higher reported crime (72 incidents/1,000 residents) — SA reported data 2025
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Price History

Source: SA_ABS_Projected. Suburb-level medians — not individual sale prices.

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 7
Primary 5
Secondary 2
Schools in Mount Gambier
McDonald Park School Primary · Government
Melaleuca Park Primary School Primary · Government
Mount Gambier North Primary School Primary · Government
Mulga Street Primary School Primary · Government
Reidy Park Primary School Primary · Government
Grant High School Secondary · Government
Mount Gambier High School Secondary · Government
Acacia Kindergarten Other · Government
Akuna Kindergarten Other · Government
Gladigau Park Kindergarten Other · Government
Gordon Education Centre Other · Government
Melaleuca Park Kindergarten Other · Government
Mount Gambier Children's Centre Other · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🔄 Compare & Explore

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💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $435,000
Deposit (20%) $87,000
Loan (80% LVR) $348,000
Weekly rent $220/wk
Annual rent income $11,440/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mount Gambier a good suburb to invest in?

Mount Gambier has a high renter proportion (52%) 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 Mount Gambier?

The median house price in Mount Gambier is approximately $435,000 based on 2024 public data (estimate — limited transaction evidence available).

What is the rental yield in Mount Gambier?

The indicative gross rental yield in Mount Gambier is 2.6%, based on a median weekly rent of $220 against a median price of $435,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Mount Gambier compare to other suburbs?

Use the suburb comparison tool to compare Mount Gambier against other Australian suburbs by price, yield, vacancy and renter demand.

Is Mount Gambier a safe suburb?

Mount Gambier shows above-average reported crime compared with other suburbs in SA, based on 2025 state police data. The reported crime rate is about 72 incidents per 1,000 residents. Always check current local crime statistics before deciding.

What schools are in Mount Gambier?

Mount Gambier has 13 known schools, including McDonald Park School, Melaleuca Park Primary School, Mount Gambier North Primary School, Mulga Street Primary School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

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