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Jacana suburb profile

Jacana is a small, established residential pocket in Melbourne's north, sitting close to Broadmeadows and Glenroy and framed by quiet streets and neighbourhood reserves. The housing is typically modest single-storey brick and weatherboard homes with neat front yards and a mix of units, giving the area a practical, lived-in feel. Local life centres on community parks, sports ovals and a handful of convenience shops, while larger retail and services are a short trip away in neighbouring centres. Transport links and major roads are within easy reach, so the suburb suits families, commuters and long-term residents seeking straightforward, no-frills living.

Jacana property market performance

Property growth+10.7%Past 12 months

Jacana has relatively few recent property sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median house or unit price. The figures that are available show house values rose a solid 9.0% over the last 12 months.

Over the last 3 months, 8 houses and 2 units were sold.

The rental market in Jacana shows house rents averaging $520 a week, up a modest 4.0% over the last 12 months.

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Jacana demographics

Families are a prominent feature in Jacana. Couple families with children are the largest group at 42.2%, and together with couple families without children (31.8%) they make up 74.0% of families. One-parent families account for 21.7% and other families 4.3%.

Jacana is home to 2,187 people, with a median age of 35 and a median total household income of $1,387 a week, roughly $72,100 a year.

Homes in Jacana are predominantly owner-occupied: 61.6% are owner-occupied when combining those owned outright (30.4%) and those owned with a mortgage (31.2%), while 38.4% of dwellings are rented.

Suburbs near Jacana

Some popular suburbs near Jacana include:

  • Glenroy: Established, leafy suburb with a longstanding local shopping strip.
  • Broadmeadows: A busy commercial and civic centre with diverse residential pockets.
  • Gladstone Park: Large lots and open parkland give it a semi-rural suburban feel.
  • Gowanbrae: Relatively recent residential area with leafy reserves and walking paths.
  • Strathmore Heights: Quiet, elevated suburb with generous yards and open aspects.

How does Jacana compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Jacana’s median house price is 3.1% higher than Broadmeadows’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Jacana have grown 0.4% higher than in Gladstone Park.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Jacana have grown 4.4% higher than in Glenroy.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Jacana have grown 38.5% lower than the average rate of growth across Melbourne.
  • Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Jacana have grown 1.4% lower than the average rate of growth for units across Melbourne.

Choose the right real estate agents in Jacana

In Jacana ,24 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 48.7% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 1.54% and 2.94%. 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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