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All About South Toowoomba, Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

South Toowoomba, a suburb in the Toowoomba region of Queensland, presents a balanced mix of urban convenience and suburban charm, making it a desirable location for many prospective homeowners. The housing market in South Toowoomba features a variety of options, including quaint Queenslander-style homes, modern townhouses, and more contemporary builds. In recent years, property values have experienced moderate growth, driven by Toowoomba's overall appeal and development. The locality's proximity to the central business district, coupled with an abundance of parks, schools, and healthcare facilities, contributes to its attractiveness for families, professionals, and retirees alike. While the housing market remains competitive, it still offers more affordable options compared to larger cities like Brisbane, making it an appealing choice for first-time homebuyers and investors.

Living in South Toowoomba offers residents a blend of tranquility and accessibility. The suburb is known for its tree-lined streets and friendly, community-focused atmosphere. With its close proximity to the vibrant heart of Toowoomba, residents enjoy easy access to shopping centres, cafes, and cultural attractions such as the Empire Theatre and the annual Carnival of Flowers. For outdoor enthusiasts, the suburb is in close range to numerous parks and gardens, providing ample opportunities for recreation and leisure. Educational facilities are abundant, with several well-regarded primary and secondary schools in the area, while the University of Southern Queensland is a short drive away. Overall, South Toowoomba offers a comfortable lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it an attractive place to call home.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $292.67
Median Monthly Mortgage $1472.00
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.80
Average Household Size 2.33
Average Age 34.67
Average Income $848.33
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.60
Average Properties Within 50M 14
Typical 1 bed house$528,000
Typical 2 bed house$420,000
Typical 3 bed house$10,382,000
Typical 4 bed house$685,000
Typical 5 bed house$772,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$782,000

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South Toowoomba Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in South Toowoomba? Now could not be a better time, with 3756 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $10,689,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $196,000 to $6,573,267,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 112 Km.

In South Toowoomba 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 South Toowoomba 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. A mix of professions and above average income earners in South Toowoomba provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. High density population in South Toowoomba requires consistent turnover in housing ensuring constant demand. Housing styles may be a mix of low, medium, and high density, providing choice for well-financed buyers and value growth over time. 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

St Saviour's Primary School

St Saviour's College

St Thomas More's Primary School

Centenary Heights State High School

St Joseph's College

St Anthony's School

Harristown State School

St Mary's College

The Glennie School

Harristown State High School

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

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South Toowoomba weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.617.527.848.191.06.625.6
Feb3.117.828.347.294.86.422.7
Mar3.917.026.352.496.36.019.0
Apr0.713.823.647.994.25.317.4
May1.49.819.549.792.54.814.1
Jun1.47.717.252.393.34.712.1
Jul0.96.216.745.188.94.713.4
Aug0.77.919.436.886.34.916.2
Sept0.610.122.432.287.85.420.1
Oct1.812.825.036.0915.824.3
Nov1.615.427.835.591.46.027.4
Dec2.817.028.641.192.96.026.5

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology



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