Mount Austin suburb profile
Mount Austin is a residential suburb located in the regional city of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. Known for its welcoming community and family-friendly atmosphere, Mount Austin offers a mix of established homes and newer developments. The suburb is well-served by local amenities, including schools, parks, and shopping facilities, making it a convenient choice for families and individuals alike. Its proximity to the Wagga Wagga CBD ensures easy access to a broader range of services and entertainment options. With its blend of suburban comfort and regional charm, Mount Austin is a desirable location for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Mount Austin property market performance
Mount Austin's property market has experienced significant growth in house values over the past 12 months, with an 18.9% increase, bringing the median house price to $550,000. The unit market, however, remained stagnant, with no sales activity or change in values recorded.
In terms of sales, 25 houses were sold, showing robust activity, while only 1 unit transacted, highlighting a lack of movement in the unit sector. Houses are selling rapidly with a median of 22 days on the market, indicating strong demand.
The rental market in Mount Austin has also seen an 8.9% increase in house rents, with an average rent of $490, while the unit rental market remained inactive, reflecting the overall limited unit activity in the suburb.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | $550K | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | 18.9% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 25 | 1 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 22 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | $490 | N/A |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 8.9% | N/A |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Mount Austin demographics
Mount Austin, located in the regional city of Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, offers a blend of suburban comfort and regional charm. With a population of 4,035, it is a community that balances family life with accessibility to the amenities of a larger city. The median age of 37 suggests a mature community, with a mix of young families and established residents who appreciate the suburb's relaxed pace and community spirit.
The suburb's household composition is diverse, with couple families with children making up 33.9% and couple families without children slightly higher at 34.3%. One-parent families account for 29.6%, indicating a supportive environment for various family structures. This diversity is reflected in the housing market, where 24.4% of properties are owned outright, and 28.9% are owned with a mortgage, showing a stable homeownership base. Meanwhile, 46.8% of properties are rented, providing flexibility for those not ready to buy.
Mount Austin's median total household income of $1,124 per week reflects the area's affordability, making it an attractive option for families and individuals seeking a cost-effective lifestyle without sacrificing access to essential services and employment opportunities. The suburb's proximity to Wagga Wagga's educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and recreational areas enhances its appeal, offering residents a well-rounded living experience in a welcoming community.
Mount Austin infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Mount Austin benefits from established educational infrastructure, with both Mount Austin High School and Mount Austin Public School providing local secondary and primary options that support family demand in the suburb.[3][6] As an inner southern suburb of Wagga Wagga, bordered by key arterials such as Fernleigh Road, Leavenworth Drive and Glenfield Road, residents enjoy reasonable access to the broader city’s employment, retail and health services, which underpins its appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors.[4]
Recent years have not seen widely publicised large-scale commercial or transport infrastructure projects specific to Mount Austin, and available development activity has mostly been limited to smaller-scale residential additions and outbuildings, indicating incremental rather than transformational change to the local built environment.[5] In this context, there are currently no major new infrastructure or planning announcements that are likely to significantly alter property demand or values in Mount Austin in the near term.
Mount Austin rental market trends
The rental market in Mount Austin has seen house rents increase by 8.9% over the past year to $490 per week. Unit rents remain unchanged at $0, suggesting limited or non-existent unit rental data. This suburb offers opportunities for potential growth, with rising demand for houses driving rental prices upward.
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How does Mount Austin compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Mount Austin’s median house price is 30.8% lower than Turvey Park’s.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Mount Austin have grown 7.5% higher than in Turvey Park.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Mount Austin are selling 54.2% faster than in Turvey Park.

