Lismore Property Investment Overview

Suburb research data for Lismore, NSW 2480 — median prices, rental yield and suburb signals. General information only.

Government Public Data Price 2026 Rent 2026
Median House Price
$610,000
2026 data
Gross Rental Yield
2.4%
Weekly Rent
$280
Renter Demand
67%
of residents rent
Vacancy Rate
0.4%
Low — tight market
Population
3,656
Suburb residents

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📍 Suburb Overview

State NSW
Postcode 2480
Median house price $610,000
Median unit price
Weekly rent (median) $280/wk (unlock cashflow model)
Gross yield 2.4% (unlock risk & score)
Renter % 66.9%
Vacancy rate 0.40%
Population 3,656
Median household income $53,820/yr
Owner-occupied 33.1%
Median age 41 yrs
Total dwellings 1,051

Investment Signals

Confidence: High High

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Last updated: 2026 · Public suburb-level data coverage varies by location and source. Verify current figures before making property decisions.

Low vacancy (0.4%) — tight rental market
High renter proportion (67%) — strong rental demand base
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Price History

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

🏫 Schools

Schools in suburb 5
Primary 4
Secondary 1
Schools in Lismore
Caniaba Public School Primary · Government
Lismore Public School Primary · Government
Modanville Public School Primary · Government
Wyrallah Road Public School Primary · Government
The Rivers Secondary College, Lismore High Campus Secondary · Government
School locations from state education departments / ACARA. List reflects schools located within the suburb.

🏷️ Recent Sales

Actual settled transactions — the most recent sales recorded in this suburb.

Address Sold Price Type Land
126 Hunter St, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-06-09 $640,000 Residence 550 m²
74 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-06-05 $49,500 Residence
17 Keen St, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-06-03 $3,135,000 Commercial 4,460 m²
2 O'Flynn Pl, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-06-01 $645,000 Residence 642 m²
7 Fermoy Ave, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-05-28 $610,000 Residence 203 m²
15 Pound St, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-05-28 $975,000 Residence 731 m²
130 Laurel Ave, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-05-28 $620,000 Residence 499 m²
21 A Ewing St, Lismore NSW 2480 2026-05-22 $515,000 Residence 578 m²
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Source: NSW Valuer-General. Individual settled sales, most recent first.

💰 Cashflow Snapshot

80% LVR · 6.2% interest · indicative only — not financial advice
Purchase price $610,000
Deposit (20%) $122,000
Loan (80% LVR) $488,000
Weekly rent $280/wk
Annual rent income $14,560/yr
Est. annual interest -$••,•••
Mgmt fees + costs -$•,•••
Est. net cashflow +/- $••,•••/yr
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lismore a good suburb to invest in?

Lismore has a high renter proportion (67%) 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 Lismore?

The median house price in Lismore is approximately $610,000 based on 2026 public data.

What is the rental yield in Lismore?

The indicative gross rental yield in Lismore is 2.4%, based on a median weekly rent of $280 against a median price of $610,000. This is general data only — actual yields vary by property, condition and market timing.

How does Lismore compare to other suburbs?

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

What schools are in Lismore?

Lismore has 5 known schools, including Caniaba Public School, Lismore Public School, Modanville Public School, Wyrallah Road Public School. Catchments and enrolment policies change — confirm directly with each school.

Where does PropertyScoutAU get its suburb data?

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