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All About Swan Bay, Richmond Valley, NSW, 2471

Swan Bay, nestled in the picturesque region of Port Stephens, NSW, offers a unique blend of serene rural living with a touch of coastal charm. The housing market in Swan Bay reflects its tranquil environment, characterized mostly by spacious properties and a mix of classic homes and modern residences. This area is ideal for those looking for a peaceful retreat away from the bustling city life while still being relatively close to essential amenities in nearby towns. Over the past few years, the housing market in the area has shown steady growth, attracting buyers who are interested in larger parcels of land and a laid-back lifestyle. The relatively affordable prices compared to more populated coastal regions make it an attractive option for families, retirees, and those seeking a tree change.

Living in Swan Bay allows residents to enjoy a close-knit community atmosphere, where neighbors often know each other by name and community events are a staple throughout the year. The area is surrounded by natural beauty, with lush landscapes, clear skies, and proximity to the beautiful waterways of Port Stephens. Residents enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and bushwalking, providing plenty of opportunities to connect with nature. Despite its peaceful ambiance, Swan Bay is only a short drive from the more populated areas of Port Stephens, ensuring that shopping, dining, and medical services are within reach. The combination of a relaxed lifestyle, natural beauty, and easy access to amenities makes Swan Bay a delightful place to call home.

Household Makeup

Median Weekly Rent $318.75
Median Monthly Mortgage $1687.75
Median Persons Per bed houseroom 0.90
Average Household Size 2.75
Average Age 44.50
Average Income $613.00
Average Cars Per Dwelling 2.29
Average Properties Within 50M 1
Typical 1 bed house$511,000
Typical 3 bed house$1,011,000
Typical 4 bed house$1,064,000
Typical 5 bed house$1,663,000
Typical 6 bed+ house$864,000

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Swan Bay Real Estate Market Outlook

Thinking about buying in Swan Bay? Now could not be a better time, with just 201 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $880,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $348,000 to $1,664,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 10 Km.

In Swan Bay 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 Swan Bay 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 Swan Bay 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 Swan Bay 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

St Joseph's Primary School

Woodburn Public School

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

Local Crime Rate

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Swan Bay weather - Average Local Climate by month

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RAIN
Min (°C)
TEMP
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Min (%)
HUMIDITY
Max (%)
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WIND
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SOLAR
Jan521.12866.994.63.824.9
Feb6.321.327.965.695.44.521.7
Mar4.220.427.466.897.14.118.3
Apr5.317.225.063.496.04.015.6
May3.913.522.063.395.13.412.6
Jun4.711.720.45993.33.511.1
Jul2.610.720.452.491.23.312.2
Aug2.610.921.545.589.83.615.6
Sept1.113.823.350.891.03.818.5
Oct3.116.224.558.893.14.021.7
Nov1.918.426.558.493.34.025.0
Dec2.619.827.262.994.63.925.4

source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology


Recently Sold Properties / House Prices

25-09-2024 $1,000,000 112 Casuarina Drive
28-03-2024 $650,000 550 Woodburn Coraki Road
11-08-2023 $285,000 525 Woodburn Coraki Road
26-05-2023 $735,000 50 Swan Bay New Italy Road
28-10-2022 $1,200,000 99 Casuarina Drive
19-08-2022 $869,000 545 Swan Bay New Italy Road
08-08-2022 $310,000 50 Old Ferry Road
05-07-2022 $1,150,000 199 Reardons Lane
11-02-2022 $920,000 365 Woodburn Coraki Road
07-12-2021 $1,100,000 70 Old Ferry Road
03-12-2021 $1,045,000 2 Fletts Lane
09-06-2021 $700,000 250 Reardons Lane
10-05-2021 $545,000 200 Swampy Creek Road
05-03-2021 $876,000 75 Casuarina Drive
24-11-2020 $520,000 65 Eucalypt Drive
15-09-2020 $767,500 14 Grevillea Place
02-09-2020 $748,252 20 Boyters Lane
13-05-2020 $776,000 269 Reardons Lane
30-11-2018 $580,000 205 Reardons Lane
13-07-2018 $165,000 11 Moonem View Drive
03-05-2018 $190,000 19 Grevillea Place
12-04-2018 $190,000 18 Grevillea Place
12-04-2018 $190,000 13 Casuarina Drive
12-04-2018 $180,000 20 Grevillea Place
29-11-2017 $627,500 814 Woodburn Coraki Road
14-09-2017 $376,000 295 Reardons Lane
02-06-2017 $292,000 199 Reardons Lane
26-05-2017 $190,000 20 Casuarina Drive
17-03-2017 $325,000 485 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
20-01-2017 $410,000 240 Reardons Lane
24-10-2016 $388,000 350 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
06-06-2016 $267,500 199 Reardons Lane
19-05-2016 $499,000 197 Reardons Lane
15-04-2016 $425,000 535 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
25-02-2016 $601,000 2 Fletts Lane
30-10-2015 $563,000 54 Casuarina Drive
08-05-2015 $190,000 410 Reardons Lane
30-01-2015 $250,000 301 Reardons Lane
23-01-2015 $375,000 545 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
05-08-2014 $273,000 190 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
03-12-2013 $387,000 54 Casuarina Drive
26-09-2013 $355,000 240 Reardons Lane
18-09-2013 $445,000 11 Casuarina Drive
13-09-2013 $60,000 175 Reardons Lane
06-07-2012 $300,000 295 Reardons Lane
31-01-2012 $465,000 31 Casuarina Drive
15-08-2011 $200,000 199 Reardons Lane
10-06-2011 $350,000 525 Swan Bay-New Italy Road
07-06-2011 $400,000 665 Woodburn-Coraki Road
24-05-2010 $555,000 2 Fletts Lane

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