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Glenelg South suburb profile

Glenelg South is a relaxed coastal suburb in the City of Holdfast Bay, occupying a stretch beside Holdfast Bay just south of Glenelg's main foreshore. It balances a quiet, residential feel with easy access to Glenelg's Jetty Road cafes, shops and the tram into the city. The streets feature a mix of weatherboard cottages, postwar family homes and contemporary rebuilds, many set behind established gardens and shady verges. Locals enjoy beach walks, nearby parks and a neighbourhood atmosphere that suits families, professionals and older residents who value seaside living without being far from urban amenities.

Glenelg South property market performance

Current median dwelling price$1,252,500Past 3 months

Property growth+26.0%Past 12 months

Glenelg South has relatively few recent sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. The available figures show house values rose a solid 7.8% over the last 12 months, while unit values rose sharply, up 44.2% over the same period; unit values have risen much faster than house values.

Over the last 3 months, 6 houses and 4 units sold. Houses sold in a median of 88 days and units in a median of 54 days, so units sold faster than houses.

The rental market in Glenelg South shows average house rents of $730 a week, down sharply by 15.1% over the last 12 months, while average unit rents are $563 a week, up a solid 7.6% over the same period.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
N/AN/A
Change in value
Past 12 months
7.8%44.2%
Sold
Past 3 months
64
Median days on market
Past 12 months
8854
Average rent
Past 12 months
$730$563
Change in rent
Past 12 months
-15.1%7.6%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Glenelg South demographics

Glenelg South is home to 2,184 people, with a median age of 52 and a median household income of $1,561 a week, about $81,172 a year.

The family profile is dominated by couples. Couple families without children are the largest group at 54.7%, while couple families with children make up 31.8%; together those couple families account for 86.5% of all families. One-parent families represent 12.6% and other families 0.9%.

Homes in Glenelg South are mostly owner-occupied: 61.6% are owner-occupied when owned outright (37.4%) and owned with a mortgage (24.2%) are combined, while 38.4% of dwellings are rented.

Suburbs near Glenelg South

Some popular suburbs near Glenelg South include:

  • Somerton Park: Quiet suburb with sandy foreshore and relaxed bayside atmosphere.
  • Glenelg: Popular seaside precinct centred on Glenelg beach and promenade.
  • Warradale: Established residential suburb with tree-lined streets and pockets of parkland.
  • North Brighton: Coastal suburb offering beachfront reserves and quiet residential streets.
  • Glengowrie: Leafy, family-friendly suburb with small shopping areas and local parks.

How does Glenelg South compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Glenelg South’s median house price is 40.6% higher than Warradale’s.
  • Median unit prices: Glenelg South’s median unit price is 40.4% higher than Glenelg’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Glenelg South have grown 2.6% higher than in Glengowrie.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Glenelg South have grown 23.6% higher than in Somerton Park.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Glenelg South are selling 1.1% faster than in Glenelg.
  • Selling speed for units: Properties in Glenelg South are selling 10.0% faster than in Glenelg.
  • Investment considerations: In Glenelg South, the rental yield for house is 15.1% higher than the Adelaide average, while the rental yield for units is 14.7% higher.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Glenelg South have grown 91.2% higher than the average rate of growth across Adelaide.
  • Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Glenelg South have grown 46.3% higher than the average rate of growth for units across Adelaide.

Choose the right real estate agents in Glenelg South

Choosing the right real estate agent in Glenelg South can have a big impact on your sale. While there are 21 real estate agents working in the suburb, but just 5 of them were responsible for 52.9% of all property sales over the past year, showing a strong footprint and track record in the area.

Commission rates typically range from 1.19% to 3.25%, depending on the agent and what’s included. Comparing both performance and fee structures can help you find someone who's well-suited to your needs, and set them up for a successful result.

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