Coburg North Property Market Overview (2026)
Coburg North sits in the established middle-ring market. Property here commands a premium because the amenity density justifies it — 75 dining venues, 15 schools, and 50 parks within the suburb boundaries.
Price Estimates
| Property Type | Estimated Median | Monthly Mortgage (est.)* |
|---|---|---|
| House | $1.0M–$1.6M | $4,000–$6,400 |
| Unit/Apartment | $500K–$750K | $2,000–$3,000 |
Estimates based on Coburg North’s market positioning. Mortgage estimates assume 20% deposit, 6.5% variable rate, 30-year term. For current sales data, check REIV or Domain.
What Drives Property Value in Coburg North
Property prices in any suburb reflect three things: what is already there, what is coming, and how easy it is to get to the CBD. Here is how Coburg North stacks up:
| Amenity Factor | Coburg North | Impact on Value |
|---|---|---|
| Schools | 15 | Strong — school zones drive family demand |
| Parks | 50 | High — green space is a premium driver |
| Dining & Cafes | 75 | High — walkable lifestyle premium |
| Medical | 7 | Strong — healthcare proximity matters |
| Supermarkets | 10 | Convenient |
| Gyms & Fitness | 26 | Active lifestyle suburb |
Total amenity score: 215 verified businesses. This puts Coburg North in the top tier for amenity density, which directly supports premium pricing.
Schools (Key Value Driver)
Coburg North has 15 schools — school zone boundaries are one of the strongest price drivers in Melbourne property:
| School | Address |
|---|---|
| Mercy College | 760 Sydney Road |
| Coburg North Primary School | 180 O’Hea Street |
| Pascoe Vale North Primary School | 17-29 Kent Road |
| Newlands Primary School | 2-26 Murphy Street |
| Australian International Academy King Khalid Coburg Campus | 653 Sydney Road |
| Fawkner Primary School | 40 Lorne Street |
| St Mark’s Primary School | 118 Argyle Street |
| John Fawkner College | 51-53 Jukes Road |
Check zone boundaries at findmyschool.vic.gov.au.
Rental Market
| Unit Type | Weekly Rent (est.) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $350–$460 |
| 2 Bedroom | $480–$620 |
| 3 Bedroom | $620–$850 |
Rental yield estimate: 3.5–4.0% (higher yields in more affordable suburbs).
See our detailed Cost of Living Guide for full cost breakdown.
Before You Buy in Coburg North
- Check school zones — findmyschool.vic.gov.au determines your designated school
- Review planning overlays — heritage, flood, bushfire at your local council
- Check flood risk — planning.vic.gov.au
- Attend auctions — quoted ranges in Coburg North are guides, not guarantees
- Get a building inspection — non-negotiable for any house purchase
- Talk to locals — knock on a neighbour’s door. They will tell you what agents won’t
Key Links for Coburg North Property Research
- Domain — current listings and recent sales
- realestate.com.au — price history and suburb profiles
- REIV — quarterly median prices (the official data)
- ABS Census — population and demographic data
Related Guides
- Best Restaurants in Coburg North
- Best Cafes in Coburg North
- Best Bars in Coburg North
- Cost of Living in Coburg North
- Coburg North Neighbourhood Guide
- Family Guide to Coburg North
- Is Coburg North Safe?
- Coburg North Transport Guide
Last updated: March 2026. This guide is refreshed when OpenStreetMap data changes — new openings, closures and corrections are reflected automatically. Found something wrong? Let us know.
Sources
- OpenStreetMap Contributors — openstreetmap.org — accessed March 2026
- ABS Census 2021 — abs.gov.au/census
- REIV Quarterly Median Prices — reiv.com.au
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