Question 1

Is Ventnor a nice place to live?

Accepted Answer

Ventnor is a low-key coastal village on the northern shore of Phillip Island where sandy beaches meet rocky headlands. Housing ranges from older weatherboard beach houses to newer homes on generous lots. The foreshore is a focus for fishing, beach walks and coastal views across Western Port, while most shops and services are in nearby Cowes and the San Remo bridge connects the island to the mainland. Streets are quiet and the town is largely residential.

A community of 982 with a median age of 58, Ventnor is weighted towards couple households and most homes are owner-occupied. Phillip Island Village School is building a new centre for Foundation to Grade 4, there have been water-main works on The Esplanade, and the council has moved to protect the foreshore while planning local road and parking upgrades to support marina and boat-ramp traffic. Whether Ventnor suits you depends on whether a quiet coastal village with nearby Cowes shops fits your needs.

Question 2

Is it expensive to live in Ventnor?

Accepted Answer

Rents for houses in Ventnor sit at about $480 a week. Against a typical local household income of $1,292 a week at the last Census, that rent would take roughly 37% of a household's weekly income, a sizeable share. If you're renting, that rent share is the figure that matters; whether it feels expensive depends on your own income and circumstances.

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 Ventnor a good place to invest?

Accepted Answer

House values in Ventnor fell 3.2% over the past 12 months. For someone weighing Ventnor up as an investment, that movement is the capital growth signal: houses here have experienced a modest decline in value over the year, and whether that fits your plans will depend on your investment priorities and timeframe.

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	-3.2%	N/A
Sold Past 3 months	2	N/A
Median days on market Past 12 months	67	N/A
Average rent Past 12 months	$480	N/A
Change in rent Past 12 months	N/A	N/A

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