Rose Park suburb profile
Rose Park is an elegant and historic suburb located just 2km east of Adelaide's city centre. Known for its tree-lined streets and beautifully preserved heritage homes, it offers a serene and picturesque environment. The suburb is highly sought after for its proximity to the city, excellent schools, and lush green spaces, including the nearby Victoria Park. Rose Park's charming village atmosphere is complemented by boutique shops, cafes, and local amenities, making it a desirable location for families and professionals. Its blend of classic architecture and modern conveniences ensures a high quality of life for its residents.
Rose Park property market performance
Property growth-35.6%Past 12 months
Rose Park's property market has remained stable over the past 12 months, with no change in median house or unit values. The suburb has seen limited sales activity, with only 3 houses and 2 units sold in the past year. Houses have a median time on market of 59 days, while no data is available for units, indicating a potentially slower market for houses.
In terms of rental performance, the average rent for houses has increased by 3.1% over the last 12 months, reaching $825, while unit rents have remained unchanged at $545. This suggests a steady demand for rental properties, particularly houses, in Rose Park.
| Houses | Units | |
|---|---|---|
Median price Past 3 months | N/A | N/A |
Change in value Past 12 months | -8.6% | N/A |
Sold Past 3 months | 3 | 2 |
Median days on market Past 12 months | 59 | N/A |
Average rent Past 12 months | $825 | $545 |
Change in rent Past 12 months | 3.1% | -6.0% |
5 year median price trend for houses and units
Rose Park demographics
Rose Park, a charming suburb located in Adelaide, South Australia, is known for its picturesque streets and close-knit community. With a population of 1,375, it offers a serene and family-friendly environment, making it an attractive choice for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle. The median age of 44 suggests a mature community, with many residents enjoying the suburb's tranquil atmosphere and proximity to the city center.
The suburb's housing landscape is characterized by a high rate of home ownership, with 48.2% of properties owned outright and 24.8% owned with a mortgage. This reflects a stable and established community, with many long-term residents. Renting is less common, with only 27.1% of properties being rented, indicating a preference for home ownership among the residents.
Family life is a significant aspect of Rose Park, with 43.4% of households being couple families with children and 47.0% being couple families without children. The presence of one-parent families is relatively low at 8.3%, while other family types make up just 1.3% of the community. The suburb's appeal lies in its blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, offering residents a high quality of life with easy access to Adelaide's amenities and attractions.
Rose Park infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities
Rose Park benefits from its immediate proximity to the Adelaide Park Lands and Victoria Park, giving residents walkable access to green open space, recreation facilities and city-fringe events, which supports ongoing buyer demand and premium pricing for character homes.[5] The suburb’s predominantly heritage housing stock, combined with Burnside Council’s heritage overlays on many dwellings, tends to limit large-scale redevelopment but helps preserve streetscape appeal and underpins long-term capital values.[2][5]
Local planning controls within Burnside continue to favour low- to medium-density residential use, with commercial activity concentrated along Fullarton Road and Kensington Road, maintaining a quiet, village-style feel while keeping everyday amenities close.[5] Convenient bus services along Fullarton Road and the ability to walk into the CBD enhance connectivity for commuters, further supporting Rose Park’s desirability as an inner-ring suburb.[7] At present there are no major new schools, transport corridors or large-scale infrastructure projects announced specifically for Rose Park, so near-term property dynamics are likely to be driven more by its established character, school catchments and city-fringe location than by new development.[2][5]
Rose Park rental market trends
The rental market in Rose Park has experienced modest growth, with house rents increasing by 3.1% over the past year to $825 per week, while unit rents have remained stable at $545 per week. This stability, combined with the suburb's charm and proximity to Adelaide's city center, makes Rose Park an attractive option for renters seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Suburbs near Rose Park
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How does Rose Park compare to nearby suburbs?
- Median house prices: Rose Park’s median house price is 131.1% higher than Norwood’s.
- House price growth: Property prices in nearby Norwood have risen 7.1% more than in Rose Park over the past year.
- Unit price growth: Property prices in nearby Norwood have risen 56.7% more than in Rose Park over the past year.
- Selling speed for houses: Properties in Rose Park are selling 6.3% faster than in Dulwich.
- Investment considerations: In Rose Park, the rental yield for house is 31.0% higher than the Adelaide average, while the rental yield for units is 25.8% higher.
- House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Rose Park have grown 154.6% higher than the average rate of growth across Adelaide.
- Unit price growth:Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Rose Park have grown 0.5% lower than the average rate of growth for units across Adelaide.

