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Goulburn suburb profile

Goulburn is a regional city in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales that acts as a service and administrative centre for surrounding farming country. Set on the Wollondilly River and surrounded by rolling grazing land, it is marked by 19th century sandstone civic buildings, broad historic streets and the Big Merino landmark that reflects the area's pastoral roots. Life in Goulburn blends country calm with practical amenities, from local shops and sporting clubs to schools and health services, and housing ranges from period cottages near the town centre to suburban blocks and rural-residential properties on the outskirts.

Goulburn property market performance

Current median dwelling price$622,500Past 3 months

Property growth+0.5%Past 12 months

House values in Goulburn rose a solid 8.2% over the last 12 months, taking the median house price to $700,000. By contrast, unit values declined notably, down 7.2% to a median unit price of $545,000, so houses outperformed units on value change.

Over the last 3 months 138 houses and 12 units were sold. Houses and units sold in a similar time, with median days on market of 41 for houses and 44 for units.

The rental market in Goulburn saw average house rents of $520 a week and unit rents of $400 a week over the last 12 months. House rents rose a solid 6.1% and unit rents rose a solid 6.7%, so rents for both property types grew at a similar pace.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
$700K$545K
Change in value
Past 12 months
8.2%-7.2%
Sold
Past 3 months
13812
Median days on market
Past 12 months
4144
Average rent
Past 12 months
$520$400
Change in rent
Past 12 months
6.1%6.7%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Goulburn demographics

Goulburn is home to 23,963 people, with a median age of 40 and a median total household income of $1,405 a week, roughly $73,060 a year.

The suburb's households are dominated by couple families. Couple families without children are the largest group at 40.9%, while couple families with children make up 37.5%. One-parent families account for 20.2% and other families 1.5%.

In Goulburn, owner-occupation is most common: 33.8% of homes are owned outright and 31.1% are owned with a mortgage, a combined 64.9% (roughly two in three homes). Renters make up 35.1% of dwellings.

Suburbs near Goulburn

Some popular suburbs near Goulburn include:

  • Run-O-Waters: Semi-rural locality with acreage properties and a relaxed country atmosphere.
  • Quialigo: A small farming locality characterised by open paddocks and rural lifestyle.
  • Bungonia: Home to Bungonia National Park, known for sandstone gorges and bushwalking.
  • Marulan: A small historic township serving the surrounding rural district.
  • Lake Bathurst: Locality centred on a shallow lake, noted for wetlands and birdlife.

How does Goulburn compare to nearby suburbs?

  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Goulburn have grown 14.3% higher than in Run-O-Waters.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Goulburn are selling 51.2% faster than in Marulan.

Choose the right real estate agents in Goulburn

There are 60 real estate agents in Goulburn, but they don’t all deliver the same results.

Some agents have a much stronger presence in the suburb, with just 5 agents handling around 34.4% of all sales in the past year.

Commission rates in Goulburn typically range from 1.95% to 3.07%. Comparing agents—including what they charge, what’s included, and how they structure their fees—is not only important when choosing an agent, the right structure can help ensure your chosen agent is motivated to achieve the best possible result.

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