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Holt suburb profile

Holt is an established, predominantly residential suburb in Canberra’s Belconnen district, known for its quiet, family-friendly streets and older brick homes set on generous blocks. Mature trees, local parks and walking and cycling paths give the area a green, suburban feel, while primary schools and a small local shopping area cater to everyday needs. Regular bus services connect residents to Belconnen town centre and the city, and nearby arterial roads make car travel straightforward. Overall Holt offers a calm, practical lifestyle focused on outdoor space and neighbourhood amenities rather than heavy commercial activity.

Holt property market performance

Current median dwelling price$602,500Past 3 months

Property growth-1.1%Past 12 months

Holt has relatively few recent unit sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median unit price. The median house price is $785,000, up a marginal 0.6% over the last 12 months. Unit values fell a modest 2.8% over the same period.

Over the past three months 36 houses and 4 units sold. Houses sold in a median of 33 days over the last 12 months, while units took 67 days, so houses sold more quickly.

The rental market in Holt saw house rents average $650 a week, up a modest 3.2% over the last 12 months. Unit rents averaged $520 a week, up a slight 1.0%, so house rents grew more strongly.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
$785KN/A
Change in value
Past 12 months
0.6%-2.8%
Sold
Past 3 months
364
Median days on market
Past 12 months
3367
Average rent
Past 12 months
$650$520
Change in rent
Past 12 months
3.2%1.0%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Holt demographics

A community of 5,628 people with a median age of 36 and a median household income of $1,983 a week, roughly $103,100 a year.

Family households are the dominant grouping. Couple families with children are the largest single group at 41.8%, closely followed by couple families without children at 40.1%, so together those couple families make up more than four in five families. One-parent families account for 16.4% and other families 1.7%.

In Holt most homes are owner-occupied: 72.0% are owned (44.2% with a mortgage and 27.8% owned outright), while 28.0% of dwellings are rented.

Suburbs near Holt

Some popular suburbs near Holt include:

  • Higgins: Leafy, established residential suburb with several neighbourhood parks.
  • Latham: Quiet, family-oriented suburb with sporting ovals and small reserves.
  • Macgregor: Mixed housing including units and townhouses, with green corridors.
  • Charnwood: Largely residential, characterised by wide streets and mature trees.
  • Scullin: Traditional suburb offering a village feel and nearby community facilities.

How does Holt compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Holt’s median house price is 9.0% higher than Charnwood’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Holt have grown 7.4% higher than in Scullin.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Holt are selling 36.5% faster than in Scullin.
  • Investment considerations: In Holt, the rental yield for house is 9.5% lower than the Canberra average, while the rental yield for units is 9.4% lower.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Holt have grown 24.3% lower than the average rate of growth across Canberra.
  • Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Holt have grown 21.8% lower than the average rate of growth for units across Canberra.

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In Holt ,66 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 26.7% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 2.06% and 2.55%. Comparing agents and understanding what’s included in their fee structure can help you find the right mix of service, value, and motivation—without compromising on outcomes.

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