Question 1

Is Oakhurst a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Oakhurst, on the fringe of Hervey Bay, is a quiet residential suburb that offers relaxed coastal living without being directly on the esplanade. It is made up largely of single-storey brick and timber homes on modest, leafy blocks and appeals to families and retirees who value space and a slower pace. The community of 1,717 people has a median age of 39, and families form the large majority of households; about 92.3% of homes are owner-occupied.

Local parks and playgrounds give children places to play, and public amenities include Wook-koo Park and the nearby Maryborough West railway station. Larger shopping centres, medical services and the beachfront are a short drive away, and local roads provide easy access to foreshore walking tracks and boat ramps. Council plans for Timbers Reserve include a street library and story seat under the First 5 Forever program. Whether Oakhurst suits you will come down to how much you value space, a slower pace and proximity to coastal amenities without living on the esplanade.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Oakhurst?

Accepted Answer

There hasn't been enough recent sales or rental activity in Oakhurst to publish reliable median house or unit prices or average rents. Without those current price and rent figures, it's not possible to say how expensive it is to live in Oakhurst compared with local household incomes at the last Census.

Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

Question 3

Is Oakhurst a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House values in Oakhurst increased 15.9% over the past 12 months, a strong rise in what houses are worth. This figure reflects capital growth on the houses side; there isn't enough recent data on units or rents to report movements for those parts of the market. Whether that makes Oakhurst the right investment for you depends on your goals and circumstances.

This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

	Houses	Units
Median price Past 3 months	N/A	N/A
Change in value Past 12 months	15.9%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	4	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	27	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	N/A	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	N/A	N/A

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