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I’m looking for a 3-bedroom house in Fitzroy under 1.5 million.
Fitzroy’s median house price is around $1.35M with +8.2% annual growth.
Here are some listings that match your budget.
Here are some listings that match your budget.
42 Westgarth St, Northcote VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 2
Yield: 4.6% Est. Rent: $1,200/w
18 Kerr St, Fitzroy VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 1
Yield: 4.3% Est. Rent: $1,150/w
7 Rae St, Fitzroy North VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 2
Yield: 4.5% Est. Rent: $1,190/w
36 Best St, Fitzroy North VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 1
Yield: 4.7% Est. Rent: $1,180/w
11 Scotchmer St, Fitzroy North VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 2
Yield: 4.2% Est. Rent: $1,210/w
61 George St, Fitzroy VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 1
Yield: 4.6% Est. Rent: $1,200/w
Would you like to see similar options in Brunswick or Collingwood too?
Nearby suburb market snapshot
Fitzroy
Median Price: $1.35M ↑ +8.2% YoY
Rental Yield: 3.8%
Properties Available: 56
Northcote
Median Price: $1.35M ↑ +8.2% YoY
Rental Yield: 3.8%
Properties Available: 56
Preston
Median Price: $1.35M ↑ +8.2% YoY
Rental Yield: 3.8%
Properties Available: 56
Elwood
Median Price: $1.35M ↑ +8.2% YoY
Rental Yield: 3.8%
Properties Available: 56
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I’ve got a budget of 900K, where would you invest for the best returns?
With a 900K budget, you’re in a strong position for mid-ring suburbs showing both solid growth and healthy rental yields.
Here are a few areas worth considering:
◉ Fitzroy
Median Price: $1.35M ↑ +8.2% YoY
Rental Yield: 3.8%
Properties Available: 56
◉ Preston
Median Price: $880K
Rental Yield: 4.2%
Annual Growth: +7.1%
◉ Elwood
Median Price: $910K
Rental Yield: 3.9%
Vacancy Rate: 1.7%
Would you like me to prioritise higher rental yields or suburbs with stronger long-term capital growth?
Let’s go with higher rental yields. I want something that brings steady cash flow.
Good choice — focusing on yield gives you faster income stability.
Here are two suburbs performing well for investors right now.
◉ Preston
Median Price: $880K
Rental Yield: 4.2%
Annual Growth: +7.1%
Vacancy Rate: 1.8%
◉ Elwood
Median Price: $910K
Rental Yield: 3.9%
Annual Growth: +5.0%
Vacancy Rate: 1.7%
Would you like me to estimate potential weekly rent for these suburbs based on your budget, or show similar areas with slightly higher growth potential?
Compare Preston and Elwood.
Both Preston and Elwood are performing well, but for different reasons.
Preston continues to attract investors because of its relative affordability, strong rental demand, and transport upgrades pushing steady capital growth of around 7% per year. Yields are healthy at 4.2%, and vacancy rates remain below 2%.
Elwood offers long-term security. Prices are slightly higher at around $910K, with slower but consistent growth at 5%. Rental yields are lower at 3.9%, while tenant retention and vacancy performance remain strong.
Overall, Preston suits investors seeking stronger short-to-mid term returns, while Elwood fits those after lower risk and stable, long-term growth.
Would you like to see which nearby suburbs share similar growth patterns to Preston?
So which one’s the better investment Preston or Elwood?
Both have strong fundamentals, but for pure investment performance, Preston edges ahead right now.
It offers a stronger balance of yield and growth, with median prices still under $900K, rental returns above 4%, and vacancy rates below 2%.
Why Preston stands out:
- Lower entry price with strong short-to-mid term potential
- Balanced yield and capital growth performance
- Consistent rental demand with low vacancy rates
- Continued infrastructure and retail development driving value
Would you like me to show projected returns for Preston over the next 5 years?
Let’s see some properties in Preston that fit this profile.
Sure. Based on your 900K budget and preference for strong rental performance, here are a few Preston properties worth looking into.
18 Plenty Rd, Preston VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 2
Yield: 4.5% Est. Rent: $750/w
42 High St, Preston VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 1
Yield: 4.3% Est. Rent: $740/w
7 Bell St, Preston VIC
▱ 3◉ 2▦ 2
Yield: 4.6% Est. Rent: $765/w
31 Murray Rd, Preston VIC
▱ 3◉ 1▦ 2
Yield: 4.8% Est. Rent: $780/w
Would you like me to show off-market opportunities or compare these with similar listings in Northcote?
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Do you have any shopfronts or retail spaces for lease in Collingwood around the $5K/month mark?
Got it. I’ve filtered active listings in Collingwood with a maximum rent of $5,000/month.
Here are some that fit your criteria:
Retail spaces in Collingwood under $5,000/month.
128 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
214 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
305 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
91 Johnston St, Collingwood
▱ 82m²
Corner tenancy with tram exposure and flexible café fitout.
176 Gertrude St, Fitzroy
▱ 70m²
Boutique retail frontage with strong weekend trade.
44 Langridge St, Collingwood
▱ 88m²
Flexible mixed-use space close to creative studios.
Would you like me to compare nearby suburbs like Fitzroy or Richmond for foot traffic and rental demand, or see larger spaces within the same price range?
I’m planning to open a small café. Which streets in Collingwood get the most foot traffic?
If you’re planning to open a café, foot traffic and street visibility will make a big difference.
Here’s what to look for when choosing a space in Collingwood:
What to check:
- Pedestrian flow – Smith Street consistently has strong daily walk-by numbers, especially around lunchtime.
- Street visibility – Corner or main-road shopfronts get better exposure than side streets.
- Anchor proximity – Spaces near cafés, convenience stores, and tram stops often see steady customer flow.
- Complementary businesses – Being close to food, retail, or lifestyle brands helps you benefit from shared traffic.
- Accessibility – Sidewalk width, parking, and safe crossings all matter for casual footfall.
High foot traffic zones in Collingwood
Smith Street Precinct – Strong café and retail culture, especially between Johnston and Gertrude Streets.
- Most active during weekdays from 10 AM – 3 PM and weekends until late evening.
- Popular with locals and visitors; high crossover from Fitzroy shoppers.
- Ideal for cafés, small restaurants, and boutique retail.
Johnston Street Corridor – Reliable weekday crowd, good lunch-hour rush.
- Close to offices and creative studios; steady trade Monday–Friday.
- Traffic peaks around 8 AM and 12 PM.
- Best suited for take-away cafés or grab-and-go retail.
Brunswick Street edge (toward Fitzroy) – Heavy weekend pedestrian movement and crossover customers.
Langridge / Wellington area – Growing creative and small-business presence with lower rents and longer-term upside.
Would you like me to show those next?
Can you show me some listings near Smith Street?
Here are a few retail listings currently available along Smith Street, Collingwood, all within the $5,000/month range.
128 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
214 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
305 Smith St, Collingwood
▱ 75m²
High street frontage with strong pedestrian flow.
Would you like me to include off-market opportunities along Smith and Johnston Streets as well?
These often have better long-term lease terms and slightly higher visibility potential.
These often have better long-term lease terms and slightly higher visibility potential.
Yes, show me the off-market opportunities too
Sure. Off-market retail and mixed-use opportunities in Collingwood and nearby Fitzroy are limited but highly sought after.
Here are a few current options based on your $5K/month range.
Private Listing
Inner Collingwood – Johnston St (Private Listing)
▱ 82m² corner tenancy with flexible zoning
Excellent exposure near café cluster
Private Listing
Fitzroy – Gertrude St (Private Listing)
▱ 78m² flexible zoning
Early-access retail tenancy close to established hospitality operators.
Private Listing
Collingwood – Wellington St (Private Listing)
▱ 86m²
Mixed-use opportunity suited to a café, studio or boutique concept.
Would you like me to notify you when similar early-access retail opportunities become available in Collingwood or Fitzroy?
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Melbourne Suburb Market
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Suburb
Median Price
Weekly
Monthly
Yearly
Rental Yield
Northcote$1,450,000
+3.2%
+0.8%
+15.4%
4.2%
Fitzroy$1,680,000
-3.2%
+0.8%
+15.4%
4.2%
Preston$1,180,000
+3.2%
+0.8%
+15.4%
4.2%
Elwood$1,890,000
+3.2%
+0.8%
+15.4%
4.2%
Camberwell$2,350,000
+3.2%
+0.8%
+15.4%
4.2%
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