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All About West Wollongong, Wollongong, NSW, 2500

West Wollongong, an appealing suburb of Wollongong, NSW, presents a diverse housing market that caters to a range of lifestyles and preferences. The real estate landscape in West Wollongong is characterized by a mix of older, established homes and newer developments, offering potential homebuyers and investors a variety of options. Over recent years, the suburb has experienced steady growth in property values, reflecting its increasing popularity among both families and professionals. This growth can be attributed to its strategic location, providing easy access to Wollongong's vibrant city center, local amenities, and scenic natural surroundings. The housing market is relatively competitive, with demand often exceeding supply, which suggests a potential for continued appreciation in property values.

Living in West Wollongong offers a comfortable suburban lifestyle with the convenience of urban amenities. The suburb is well-serviced by public transport, making it easy for residents to commute to nearby areas for work or leisure. It boasts an array of educational institutions, including reputable schools and proximity to the University of Wollongong, appealing to families and students alike. The community is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with plenty of parks, cafes, and recreational facilities enhancing the quality of life. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities, thanks to nearby natural attractions such as Mount Keira and the Illawarra Escarpment. Overall, West Wollongong is cherished for its balance of serene suburban living with the vibrancy of Wollongong city life just a short distance away.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $389.20
Median Monthly Mortgage $2067.80
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.88
Average Household Size 2.60
Average Age 33.80
Average Income $796.80
Average Cars Per Dwelling 1.74
Average Properties Within 50M 18
Typical 1 bed house$554,000
Typical 2 bed house$725,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,080,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,197,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,688,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$1,481,000

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West Wollongong Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in West Wollongong? Now could not be a better time, with 2621 residential properties there's certainly plenty to choose from. The average property price in this area is in the region of $984,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $65,000 to $5,768,000. West Wollongong is located fairly close to the coast at just 2Km so as well as great views of the ocean and access to beaches, demand and valuations are likely to be a bit higher here.

Good balance between supply and demand ensures a range of affordable options within budget limits. Recent increases in listings may provide buying opportunities. In this area of average incomes, there is a mix of housing size and quality. While this may present buying opportunities, growth may be constrained. As buyers begin to examine West Wollongong due to other areas being out of the price range and the trend to working from home, "gentrification" may incease price growth. A mix of professions and above average income earners in West Wollongong provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Medium density in West Wollongong 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

Wollongong West Public School

Lindsay Park Public School

St Therese Catholic Primary School

Edmund Rice College

The Illawarra Grammar School

Gwynneville Public School

St Brigid's Catholic Primary School

Keiraville Public School

Figtree Heights Public School

Mount St Thomas Public School

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

Local Crime Rate

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West Wollongong 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
Jan3.617.626.758.697.63.619.8
Feb7.618.025.662.897.63.617.0
Mar5.215.624.658.297.53.414.2
Apr1.011.223.548.497.23.213.2
May3.89.420.150.892.63.910.0
Jun0.98.218.25291.73.99.7
Jul6.27.417.953.594.84.19.9
Aug4.17.019.042.589.44.612.8
Sept0.99.021.643.493.94.116.5
Oct3.712.222.95496.63.617.6
Nov1.213.225.847.3964.222.9
Dec2.416.324.757.596418

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

15-01-2025 $1,310,000 10 Uralba Street
14-01-2025 $990,000 8 Thames Street
14-01-2025 $921,000 32 Pooraka Avenue
14-01-2025 $1,240,000 50 Gilmore Street
20-12-2024 $1,100,000 44 Euroka Street
17-12-2024 $1,040,000 53 Stanleigh Cescent
12-12-2024 $1,110,000 3 Euroka Street
12-12-2024 $665,000 5 / 483 Crown Street
27-11-2024 $1,100,000 6 Adina Avenue
22-11-2024 $900,000 29 Immarna Avenue
06-11-2024 $1,055,000 30 Mount Keira Road
01-11-2024 $935,000 5 Shaftsbury Avenue
31-10-2024 $440,000 13 Mount Keira Road
31-10-2024 $880,000 13 / 4 Fisher Street
11-10-2024 $1,010,000 5 Euroka Street
04-10-2024 $930,000 21 Bimbadeen Avenue
03-10-2024 $175,000 7 / 1 Mount Keira Road
24-09-2024 $165,000 4 / 1 Mount Keira Road
13-09-2024 $110,000 2 / 9 England Street
12-09-2024 $553,000 4 / 6 Buckle Cescent
12-09-2024 $1,110,000 18 Bukari Street
11-09-2024 $765,000 2 / 39 Dempster Street
06-09-2024 $900,000 2 Phillips Avenue
03-09-2024 $870,000 21 Thames Street
29-08-2024 $975,000 3 / 21 Cochrane Street
23-08-2024 $840,000 4 / 8 Buckle Cescent
19-08-2024 $149,000 36 / 1 Mount Keira Road
19-08-2024 $1,090,000 51 Dempster Street
14-08-2024 $705,000 27 / 4 Fisher Street
07-08-2024 $900,000 1 Uralba Street
07-08-2024 $931,500 16 Sheppard Street
02-08-2024 $1,180,000 47 Stanleigh Cescent
01-08-2024 $145,000 15 / 1 Mount Keira Road
26-07-2024 $495,000 1 / 15 Gilmore Street
19-07-2024 $920,000 9 Therry Street
19-07-2024 $610,000 2 / 483 Crown Street
12-07-2024 $1,075,000 12 Koorabel Avenue
09-07-2024 $1,100,000 34 Cochrane Street
03-07-2024 $810,000 2 / 31 Mount Keira Road
03-07-2024 $4,576,493 438 Crown Street
02-07-2024 $1,200,000 26 Therry Street
28-06-2024 $1,860,000 74 Mount Keira Road
25-06-2024 $905,000 20 Abercrombie Street
21-06-2024 $1,038,000 16 Booyong Street
18-06-2024 $921,000 10 Bimbadeen Avenue
07-06-2024 $825,000 39 Abercrombie Street
24-05-2024 $1,700,000 26 Dempster Street
24-05-2024 $800,000 12 Bimbadeen Avenue
23-05-2024 $1,055,500 36 Yellagong Street
21-05-2024 $1,016,240 24 London Drive

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Nearby Suburbs

MangertonKeiravilleGwynnevilleFigtreeMount Saint ThomasConistonWollongongMount KeiraMount OusleyMount Pleasant

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