Cowan, a suburb in the Hornsby Shire of New South Wales, offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and close-knit community life. Nestled amidst the natural beauty of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, the housing market in Cowan is characterized by its serene environment and spacious properties. Homes in Cowan primarily consist of standalone houses, often with generous yards, which appeal to families and individuals seeking more space and a quieter lifestyle compared to the hustle and bustle of Sydney's inner suburbs. While property prices have been relatively stable, they reflect the premium of living in such a beautiful, sought-after region, close to nature yet within commuting distance to Sydney's CBD via the nearby train line.
Living in Cowan offers residents a peaceful, village-like atmosphere with the added benefit of outdoor activities right at their doorstep. The community is tight-knit, with a local primary school serving as a hub for families. The surrounding national parkland provides ample opportunities for bushwalking, picnicking, and wildlife spotting, making it ideal for nature enthusiasts. While the suburb doesn't have a bustling commercial area, essential services and shopping facilities are accessible in nearby Hornsby, just a short drive away. This makes Cowan particularly appealing to those who appreciate the balance of serenity and convenience, enjoying a lifestyle that values both community connection and the great outdoors.
Median Weekly Rent | $530.00 |
Median Monthly Mortgage | $2304.00 |
Median Persons Per bed houseroom | 0.80 |
Average Household Size | 3.00 |
Average Age | 41.00 |
Average Income | $861.00 |
Average Cars Per Dwelling | 2.05 |
Average Properties Within 50M | 5 |
Typical 1 bed house | $891,000 |
Typical 2 bed house | $789,000 |
Typical 3 bed house | $1,453,000 |
Typical 4 bed house | $1,756,000 |
Typical 5 bed house | $1,640,000 |
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Thinking about buying in Cowan? Now could not be a better time, with just 299 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,396,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $228,000 to $4,869,000. Cowan is located very near to the coast so expect stunning views of the ocean and access to beaches. Demand is likely to be very strong in this location which will support higher prices
Prices are above market average and increase steadily under persistent demand. A more sustainable rate of price growth is anticipated in the short to medium term. Incomes in Cowan are above average indicating a preference for good quality housing and lifestyle. That ensures consistent price growth. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Cowan provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Lower than average population density constrains growth in Cowan to an extent. However, where buyers are willing to compromise on housing and lifestyle choice, there are affordable options. 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.
Instant Property Valuation24 Chandler Avenue, Cowan, NSW, 2081 | 0 | 0 | 0 | For Sale - $950,000 |
Cowan Public School
Berowra Public School
St Bernard's Catholic Primary School
Berowra Christian Community School
Wideview Public School
Brooklyn Public School
(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Cowan 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 | 2.5 | 20.3 | 27.6 | 52.4 | 85.5 | 0 | 23.2 |
Feb | 4.3 | 20.1 | 27.0 | 54.2 | 86.5 | 0 | 19.6 |
Mar | 6.5 | 18.9 | 25.9 | 54.5 | 87.3 | 0 | 15.9 |
Apr | 5.9 | 15.3 | 23.5 | 51.4 | 89.0 | 0 | 13.9 |
May | 2.6 | 12.3 | 21.2 | 47.5 | 84.4 | 0 | 11.4 |
Jun | 4.6 | 10.3 | 18.5 | 50.3 | 85.4 | 0 | 9.1 |
Jul | 2.6 | 9.0 | 18.2 | 43.7 | 82.1 | 0 | 10.4 |
Aug | 2.6 | 9.7 | 19.7 | 39.4 | 80.2 | 0 | 13.1 |
Sept | 1.4 | 12.5 | 22.4 | 37.0 | 80.2 | 0 | 17.8 |
Oct | 2.2 | 15.0 | 23.7 | 42.7 | 82.8 | 0 | 21.1 |
Nov | 3.4 | 17.1 | 25.3 | 49.2 | 85.2 | 0 | 23.4 |
Dec | 2.1 | 18.7 | 26.4 | 49.2 | 84.8 | 0 | 24.4 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
09-12-2024 | $1,900,000 | 26 Alberta Avenue |
04-10-2024 | $1,315,000 | 1173 Pacific Hwy |
19-07-2024 | $464,000 | 23 Old Peats Ferry Road |
26-03-2024 | $918,000 | 10 Park Road |
01-03-2024 | $1,320,000 | 1181 Pacific Hwy |
09-02-2024 | $1,140,000 | 11 Alberta Avenue |
06-02-2024 | $1,010,000 | 22 Fraser Road |
22-01-2024 | $1,793,850 | 2 Park Road |
11-01-2024 | $1,300,000 | 8 Fraser Road |
30-10-2023 | $1,336,000 | 6 Carissa Place |
27-10-2023 | $1,620,000 | 28 Chandler Avenue |
08-09-2023 | $1,350,000 | 1123 Pacific Hwy |
08-08-2023 | $1,650,000 | 1131 Pacific Hwy |
14-07-2023 | $1,402,000 | 1207 Pacific Hwy |
20-02-2023 | $1,700,000 | 2 Gresham Street |
13-10-2022 | $1,100,000 | 5 Old Peats Ferry Road |
11-08-2022 | $1,060,000 | 15 Fraser Road |
29-07-2022 | $1,655,000 | 10 View Street |
24-06-2022 | $930,000 | 9 Alberta Avenue |
16-05-2022 | $1,562,500 | 23 Alberta Avenue |
14-04-2022 | $1,540,000 | 7 Chandler Avenue |
11-04-2022 | $1,600,000 | 24 View Street |
28-01-2022 | $1,010,000 | 5 Chandler Avenue |
24-01-2022 | $1,520,000 | 4 Fraser Road |
21-01-2022 | $1,650,000 | 3 Alberta Avenue |
12-01-2022 | $1,205,000 | 11 Park Road |
23-12-2021 | $1,450,000 | 4 Bujwa Bay Road |
10-11-2021 | $1,240,000 | 1123 Pacific Hwy |
27-10-2021 | $1,385,000 | 6 View Street |
21-10-2021 | $1,050,105 | 3 Chandler Avenue |
14-10-2021 | $1,100,000 | 1210 Pacific Hwy |
19-07-2021 | $1,200,000 | 9 Fraser Road |
19-05-2021 | $881,000 | 2 / 14 Chandler Avenue |
05-03-2021 | $1,300,000 | 1131 Pacific Hwy |
27-01-2021 | $1,045,000 | 6 Chandler Avenue |
21-12-2020 | $1,050,000 | 1 Park Road |
13-11-2020 | $950,000 | 29 Fraser Road |
20-10-2020 | $1,425,000 | 1197 Pacific Hwy |
01-07-2020 | $1,040,000 | 8 Chandler Avenue |
07-02-2020 | $1,200,000 | 28 Chandler Avenue |
07-11-2018 | $617,000 | 8 View Street |
15-08-2018 | $910,000 | 1189 Pacific Hwy |
06-07-2018 | $870,000 | 4 Chandler Avenue |
12-12-2017 | $920,000 | 1115 Pacific Hwy |
11-09-2017 | $1,000,000 | 2 Fraser Road |
04-09-2017 | $160,000 | 11 Alberta Avenue |
30-06-2017 | $630,500 | 4 Park Road |
30-06-2017 | $640,000 | 1197 Pacific Hwy |
02-05-2017 | $851,000 | 1167 Pacific Hwy |
20-01-2017 | $861,500 | 12 Fraser Road |
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