Investment Snapshot
| Metric | Houses | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Median Price | $765,809 | $421,194 |
| Rental Yield | 3.8% | 4.6% |
| 5yr Growth (annualised) | 6.2% | 4.7% |
| Vacancy Rate | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Days on Market | 50 | 25 |
Why Investors Are Looking at Melton South
Growth corridor fundamentals: population growth, infrastructure pipeline, and affordable entry points compared to established suburbs.
Rental Yield Analysis
Gross rental yield (houses): 3.8%
- Weekly rent (3br house): $556/week
- Annual rent: $28,921
Net yield after costs: ~2.0%
- Council rates: ~$1868/year
- Insurance: ~$1,200-2,000/year
- Maintenance: ~1% of value/year
- Property management (7-8%): ~$2,169/year
Growth Drivers
New rail/road infrastructure, population growth, relative affordability attracting first-home buyers
Risks to Consider
- Supply risk from new developments in surrounding estates
- Interest rate sensitivity at current price points
- Delayed infrastructure delivery in new estates
The Verdict
Melton South suits balanced investors seeking moderate yields with steady growth – lower risk than speculative plays.
For current median prices, see our Melton South price data.
Investment data sourced from CoreLogic, REIV, and SQM Research. Yields calculated on Q1 2026 median prices and current rental listings. Past performance does not guarantee future returns.
