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All About Ravenswood, Charters Towers, QLD, 4816

Ravenswood, a charming historical town in the Charters Towers region of Queensland, offers a unique glimpse into Australia's rich mining heritage, making it an interesting place to explore real estate options. The housing market in Ravenswood is characterized by its affordability compared to larger urban centers, with many properties reminiscent of the town’s rich history, featuring classic Queenslander-style homes. These homes often exhibit traditional architecture with spacious verandas and high ceilings, providing a quaint, rustic charm that appeals to both first-time homebuyers and history enthusiasts. Given its proximity to the greater Charters Towers area, Ravenswood presents an opportunity for those looking to invest in a quieter locale while still maintaining accessibility to larger towns and their amenities.

Living in Ravenswood offers a distinct blend of historical allure and rural tranquility, making it an attractive option for individuals who appreciate a slower pace of life amidst a backdrop of Australia’s mining past. The town is known for its warm and tight-knit community, where residents often engage in local events and historical tours, celebrating the town’s heritage. The natural surroundings provide plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, such as bushwalking and birdwatching, against a backdrop of charming, preserved buildings and mining relics. Life in Ravenswood is imbued with a sense of stepping back in time, yet it is complemented by modern comforts, offering a peaceful yet connected lifestyle.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $140.00
Median Monthly Mortgage $888.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.00
Average Age 50.00
Average Income $687.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.65
Average Properties Within 50M 8
Typical 1 bed house$231,000
Typical 2 bed house$195,000
Typical 3 bed house$302,000
Typical 4 bed house$331,000
Typical 5 bed house

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Ravenswood Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Ravenswood? Now could not be a better time, with 944 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $306,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $39,000 to $1,746,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 44 Km.

In Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood 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. Low population density implies low demand and limits housing choices and price increases. Could be a good entry point for first home buyers needing to somehow get into the market. With very low industrial sector presence in Ravenswood the focus is on lifestyle, driving specific demand around facilities, services, and open space. Most people are employed in service sectors with a higher than average proportion being able to work from home. This may incease demand over the medium term.

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Local Schools

Ravenswood State School

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Ravenswood weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Sept0.99.523.622.967.83.919.3
Oct0.913.327.719.562.53.923.9
Nov1.416.730.917.356.14.127.0
Dec0.919.633.816.854.04.128.5
Jan1.122.236.416.854.24.227.3
Feb1.420.633.922.661.6424.2
Mar1.417.530.626.467.03.720.3
Apr1.013.326.228.372.93.217.0
May1.08.720.536.582.53.212.9
Jun1.46.416.746.791.33.210.6
Jul0.75.516.840.785.73.412.0
Aug0.6618.731.177.73.514.6

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

06-12-2024 $155,000 35 Gillendoon Street
01-11-2024 $185,000 38 River Avenue
21-08-2024 $142,000 33 Gillendoon Street
31-07-2024 $335,000 29 Gillendoon Street
21-06-2024 $95,000 5 Milson Street
21-05-2024 $165,000 12 Gillendoon Street
23-04-2024 $262,500 45 Garden Avenue
31-01-2024 $35,000 26 Johns Avenue
09-01-2024 $142,500 32 River Avenue
30-11-2023 $74,000 29 Milson Street
02-11-2023 $310,000 44 Garden Avenue
01-09-2023 $165,000 5 Gillendoon Street
30-08-2023 $207,500 47 Milson Street
25-08-2023 $135,000 24 Johns Avenue
30-06-2023 $10,200 17 Johns Avenue
16-06-2023 $115,000 20 Gillendoon Street
13-06-2023 $120,000 22 Johns Avenue
20-03-2023 $1,000,000 2 Udora Road
10-03-2023 $15,000 26 Johns Avenue
03-03-2023 $240,000 10 Milson Street
02-02-2023 $265,000 8 Milson Street
19-12-2022 $145,000 9 Garden Avenue
14-10-2022 $49,000 35 Gillendoon Street
04-10-2022 $160,000 3 Milson Street
30-09-2022 $120,000 8 Gillendoon Street
15-09-2022 $35,000 32 Milson Street
31-08-2022 $30,000 24 River Avenue
06-07-2022 $110,000 12 Milson Street
23-06-2022 $88,000 10 Johns Avenue
08-06-2022 $160,000 39 Milson Street
13-04-2022 $180,000 26 Milson Street
28-02-2022 $120,000 8 Gillendoon Street
13-12-2021 $155,000 4 Garden Avenue
27-09-2021 $240,000 41 Garden Avenue
07-09-2021 $225,000 8 Milson Street
13-08-2021 $200,000 39 Garden Avenue
26-05-2021 $55,000 18 Johns Avenue
05-05-2021 $220,000 45 Garden Avenue
25-02-2021 $155,000 5 Brennan Place
25-02-2021 $75,000 17 Garden Avenue
11-02-2021 $360,000 24 Orchard Street
29-01-2021 $270,000 40 Garden Avenue
07-12-2020 $64,000 4 Stubbs Avenue
27-10-2020 $70,000 11 Milson Street
30-09-2020 $100,000 1 Milson Street
13-12-2018 $70,000 7 Milson Street
03-12-2018 $180,000 2 Roland Street
13-03-2018 $130,000 10 Milson Street
09-01-2018 $127,500 14 Milson Street
15-12-2017 $48,000 12 Orchard Street


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