Ben Lomond, located in the Armidale Regional area of New South Wales, offers a unique housing market that attracts those seeking a peaceful, rural lifestyle. The housing market here predominantly features charming country homes and sprawling farm properties, providing a range of options for both families and retirees. Prices can be more affordable compared to larger urban centers, allowing buyers to find properties with generous land areas. The community is known for its close-knit atmosphere and friendly neighbors, which appeals to individuals seeking a more laid-back and connected living experience.
Living in Ben Lomond can be a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of city life. The area is surrounded by picturesque landscapes, rolling hills, and lush greenery, offering a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, with opportunities for gardening, farming, and outdoor recreational activities such as hiking and fishing. The local community hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year, fostering a sense of belonging among residents. While amenities in Ben Lomond are more limited than in urban areas, the nearby town of Armidale provides access to shopping, education, and healthcare facilities, ensuring that essential services are within reach. Overall, Ben Lomond is ideal for those looking to embrace rural living with the convenience of nearby amenities.
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Thinking about buying in Ben Lomond? Now could not be a better time, with just 130 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $2,271,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $50,000 to $18,167,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 125 Km.
In Ben Lomond there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Ben Lomond is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. Low average earnings from people in Ben Lomond leads to lower quality housing which also negatively impacts the provision of facilities. As a consequence this area is often seen as less desirable, with lower quality of housing and slower price growth. Medium density in Ben Lomond necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Ben Lomond we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Ben Lomond a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
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(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Ben Lomond there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
(mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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Jan | 1.1 | 10.6 | 24.6 | 35.8 | 86.7 | 3.0 | 23.8 |
Feb | 1.2 | 10.7 | 23.2 | 43.1 | 88.1 | 2.7 | 19.3 |
Mar | 2.2 | 8.2 | 21.0 | 43.8 | 89.3 | 2.2 | 15.7 |
Apr | 1.5 | 5.2 | 18.2 | 46.3 | 90.5 | 2.0 | 11 |
May | 0.9 | 2.4 | 15.1 | 51.2 | 90.2 | 2.0 | 7.1 |
Jun | 2.0 | 1.0 | 12.8 | 57.5 | 91.4 | 1.9 | 5.6 |
Jul | 1.2 | 0.7 | 12.5 | 53.1 | 90.1 | 2.4 | 6.7 |
Aug | 0.8 | 0.6 | 13.4 | 47.5 | 89.4 | 2.5 | 9.0 |
Sept | 1.4 | 3.0 | 15.9 | 40.7 | 86.6 | 2.9 | 14.2 |
Oct | 0.8 | 4.8 | 18.3 | 40.1 | 88.0 | 2.8 | 19.0 |
Nov | 2.2 | 7.5 | 19.9 | 43.1 | 89.1 | 2.9 | 23.1 |
Dec | 1.7 | 8.8 | 22.3 | 37.5 | 87.0 | 3.1 | 25.6 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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