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All About Vacy, Dungog, NSW, 2421

Vacy, a charming rural community in the Dungog Shire of New South Wales, offers a serene lifestyle with its rolling hills and lush greenery. The housing market in Vacy is relatively stable compared to the more volatile urban areas, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat without the hustle and bustle of city life. Properties in Vacy primarily consist of standalone houses with generous land parcels, which appeal to families and individuals who value space and privacy. The market here is characterized by its affordability relative to metropolitan regions, providing an opportunity for homebuyers looking to invest in a lifestyle change or even those eager to embrace country living for the first time.

Living in Vacy is often described as idyllic and community-oriented. With a small population, the area offers a tight-knit community feel where neighbors know each other, and a friendly wave is a common courtesy. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, with the great outdoors at their doorstep offering activities like hiking, horseback riding, and simply enjoying the picturesque landscapes. The village has essential amenities, including a local store, a café, and a primary school, while more comprehensive services and shopping are within a reasonable drive to nearby towns like Dungog or Maitland. Overall, Vacy is perfect for those looking for a peaceful lifestyle immersed in nature while still being within reach of larger town facilities.

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Vacy Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Vacy? Now could not be a better time, with just 436 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,114,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $175,000 to $4,101,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 33 Km.

In Vacy 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 Vacy 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. The slightly lower than average earnings from occupations in Vacy changes the housing and lifestyle preference. It is more a matter of what can be afforded rather than what would we prefer, leading to slower price increases over time. 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 Vacy 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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Properties for sale Vacy

Elders 25 Gilmore Street, Vacy, NSW, 2421 Beds5 Bathrooms2 Parking 6 $1,550,000 - $1,650,000
OneAgency 659 Moonabung Road, Vacy, NSW, 2421 Beds2 Bathrooms1 Parking 0 $495,000 WIWO
OneAgency 803 Gresford Road, Vacy, NSW, 2421 Beds Bathrooms $550,000 WIWO
OneAgency 563 Moonabung Road, Vacy, NSW, 2421 Beds3 Bathrooms2 Parking 0 $530,000 WIWO
Properties for sale in Vacy

Local Schools

Vacy Public School

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

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Vacy weather - Average Local Climate by month

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Jan2.018.930.148.193.64.624.5
Feb3.318.628.352.794.54.220.7
Mar5.117.426.854.2954.116.6
Apr4.413.724.551.695.83.614.4
May2.610.021.049.393.84.011.3
Jun4.88.718.254.494.24.39.5
Jul2.36.818.346.191.94.510.8
Aug1.86.819.838.591.64.513.7
Sept2.09.423.037.092.54.318.2
Oct2.412.224.841.593.04.421.3
Nov2.515.526.946.893.74.424
Dec2.517.328.247.893.34.624.8

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

04-12-2024 $1,250,000 52 Horns Crossing Road
26-11-2024 $1,620,000 802 Gresford Road
08-11-2024 $1,490,000 2 Gilmore Street
07-11-2024 $1,260,000 293 Lennoxton Road
28-10-2024 $802,555 772 Gresford Road
10-10-2024 $900,000 24 Horns Crossing Road
30-08-2024 $1,100,000 59 View Street
11-07-2024 $1,560,000 19 Gilmore Street
17-06-2024 $1,020,000 11 Wakaya Close
06-06-2024 $1,525,000 8 Tebbutt Close
10-05-2024 $800,000 746 Gresford Road
10-05-2024 $1,350,000 20 Gilmore Street
26-04-2024 $625,000 540 Moonabung Road
23-04-2024 $1,700,000 856 Gresford Road
11-04-2024 $470,000 510 Moonabung Road
19-02-2024 $1,295,000 13 Gilmore Street
16-02-2024 $1,950,000 51 Flying Fox Lane
15-01-2024 $492,500 535 Moonabung Road
11-01-2024 $5,010,000 598 Gresford Road
07-12-2023 $585,000 762 Gresford Road
23-11-2023 $1,075,000 94 View Street
17-11-2023 $1,250,000 234 Moonabung Road
10-11-2023 $1,570,000 116 Lennoxton Road
09-11-2023 $1,570,000 12 Banjo Place
18-10-2023 $800,000 9 Mowbray Lane N
16-10-2023 $1,385,000 123 Lennoxton Road
05-10-2023 $1,500,000 25 Mowbray Lane N
08-09-2023 $2,315,000 254 Summer Hill Road
09-08-2023 $500,000 605 Moonabung Road
08-08-2023 $1,080,000 10 Tebbutt Close
13-06-2023 $100,000 604 Moonabung Road
06-03-2023 $565,000 10 Banjo Place
01-02-2023 $1,950,000 487 Lennoxton Road
31-01-2023 $450,000 2 View Street
31-01-2023 $1,700,000 127 Lennoxton Road
10-01-2023 $860,000 28 Wakaya Close
10-10-2022 $875,000 16 View Street
24-06-2022 $600,000 609 Moonabung Road
06-05-2022 $3,250,000 37 Flying Fox Lane
02-05-2022 $1,250,000 206 Lennoxton Road
30-03-2022 $1,200,000 42 Lawson Street
15-03-2022 $520,000 517 Moonabung Road
01-02-2022 $600,000 541 Moonabung Road
24-01-2022 $998,000 26 Gilmore Street
24-01-2022 $4,500 21 View Street
21-12-2021 $358,000 586 Moonabung Road
14-12-2021 $1,350,000 76 Mowbray Lane N
01-12-2021 $1,100,000 802 Gresford Road
03-11-2021 $980,000 1330 Webbers Creek Road
18-10-2021 $1,505,000 13 Lawson Street

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