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All About Boulder, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, WA, 6432

Boulder, part of the city of Kalgoorlie-Boulder in Western Australia, presents a unique housing market shaped largely by its mining heritage and regional location. The housing market in this area tends to be more affordable compared to major urban centers in Australia, making it an attractive option for both first-time homebuyers and investors. Properties in Boulder can range from historic miners' cottages to more modern builds, reflecting the area's diverse architectural influences. Rent can also be relatively low compared to cities like Perth, offering opportunities for people looking to enter the market. The local economy, heavily reliant on the mining industry, can influence housing demand and prices, with fluctuations often linked to the fortunes of the mining sector.

Living in Boulder comes with a distinct set of lifestyle attributes. The community is close-knit, reflecting the town's origins as a bustling mining hub, where collaboration and camaraderie were essential. Residents enjoy a laid-back lifestyle, with access to amenities such as local shops, schools, and parks that cater to both families and individuals. The area offers a rustic charm with its history visible in many heritage-listed sites, including the iconic Goldfields Water Supply Scheme. Boulder’s climate features hot summers and mild winters, which residents have adapted to with outdoor activities and events that highlight the region's natural beauty. Living in Boulder can also mean embracing a slower pace compared to urban centers, which can appeal to those seeking a balance between work and leisure in a supportive community environment.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $296.91
Median Monthly Mortgage $1413.82
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.77
Average Household Size 2.73
Average Age 34.09
Average Income $1017.27
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.96
Average Properties Within 50M 9
Typical 1 bed house$204,000
Typical 2 bed house$252,000
Typical 3 bed house$286,000
Typical 4 bed house$419,000
Typical 5 bed house$427,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$295,000

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Boulder Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Boulder? Now could not be a better time, with 2914 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $305,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $56,000 to $1,164,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 334 Km.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. Incomes in Boulder are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. Low average earnings from people in Boulder 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 Boulder necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Higher than average industry presence in the wider area offering local employment yet with not a large negative impact on local amenity, provides good demand and price growth.

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Local Schools

Kalgoorlie School Of The Air

St Joseph's School

Boulder Primary School

Eastern Goldfields Education Support Centre

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Community High School

O'Connor Education Support Centre

O'Connor Primary School

Goldfields Baptist College

South Kalgoorlie Primary School

East Kalgoorlie Primary School

(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Boulder there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)

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Boulder weather - Average Local Climate by month

(mm)
RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
Max (°C)
TEMP
Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
HUMIDITY
(m/sec)
WIND
(MJ/sq m)
SOLAR
Jan1.819.133.721.966.65.226.9
Feb1.418.632.327.170.64.923.1
Mar0.916.628.829.875.34.419.3
Apr0.313.526.429.074.73.516.2
May0.59.021.035.083.43.212.8
Jun0.76.717.839.987.73.210.9
Jul0.75.317.438.389.53.511.8
Aug0.77.019.631.683.23.914.3
Sept0.38.523.123.274.64.120.4
Oct0.612.927.620.469.14.524.5
Nov0.715.230.218.164.64.828.3
Dec0.317.733.116.762.15.129.1

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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