Moorabbin rental yield sits at approximately 2.9% gross for houses and around 2.9–3.3% gross for units based on current median sale prices and prevailing weekly rents, making it a suburb where income returns are steady but capital growth strategy matters most. Read on for the full calculation, suburb context, and what investors should know before buying in Moorabbin in 2026.

What Is the Moorabbin Rental Yield Right Now?

To arrive at a reliable gross yield figure for Moorabbin, we use the standard formula: (Annual Rent / Purchase Price) x 100. Here is how the suburb stacks up using the latest verified data.

House Gross Rental Yield

According to DataVic/REIV data (via Collings CRM), the median house sale price in Moorabbin for the April to June 2025 quarter was $1,210,000. That quarter recorded a quarter-on-quarter change of -9.7% and a year-on-year movement of -2.4%, indicating some price softening in the detached housing segment.

ABS Census 2021 records a median rent for Moorabbin of $431 per week. Applying that to a standard 52-week year gives an annual rent of $22,412.

• Median house price: $1,210,000
• Estimated annual rent (based on ABS 2021 median): $22,412
• Gross house yield: approximately 1.9%

It is important to note that market rents have risen since the 2021 Census. Current advertised rents for houses in Moorabbin are tracking higher, with many three-bedroom homes listed in the $550 to $650 per week range as of mid-2026. Using $600 per week as a mid-market estimate for a house:

• Annual rent at $600/wk: $31,200
• Gross house yield at current rents: approximately 2.6%

Unit Gross Rental Yield

Units in Moorabbin have performed strongly on both yield and capital value. The median unit sale price for the April to June 2025 quarter was $765,000, representing a remarkable quarter-on-quarter increase of +27.0% and a year-on-year gain of +5.5% (DataVic/REIV via Collings CRM). The unit segment is clearly where the market momentum sits.

Two-bedroom units in Moorabbin are currently achieving rents in the range of $430 to $520 per week. Using $480 per week as a representative mid-point:

• Annual rent at $480/wk: $24,960
• Median unit price: $765,000
• Gross unit yield: approximately 3.3%

For investors comparing suburbs, this is worth contextualising against broader Melbourne benchmarks. Our rental yield Melbourne guide shows that the metro-wide gross yield average for units hovers around 3.5 to 4.0%, meaning Moorabbin units sit just below the metro average but benefit from stronger capital growth prospects.

What About Net Yield?

Gross yield is the headline number, but net yield is what investors actually pocket. Net yield accounts for:

• Property management fees (typically 6 to 9% of rent in Melbourne)
• Council rates, water rates, and landlord insurance
• Maintenance and repairs (budget roughly 1% of property value per year)
• Body corporate fees (units only)
• Vacancy periods

As a general rule, deduct 1.5 to 2.0 percentage points from gross yield to arrive at a net yield estimate. For Moorabbin units, that translates to a net yield of approximately 1.3% to 1.8%. The ATO allows investors to claim interest on investment loans, depreciation on plant and equipment, and property management costs as deductions, which can meaningfully improve after-tax cash flow, particularly for higher-income earners.

What Do the Moorabbin Property Numbers Tell Investors?

Moorabbin is a well-established suburb in Melbourne’s south-east, sitting within the City of Kingston approximately 16 kilometres from the CBD. ABS Census 2021 records a population of 6,287 residents, a median age of 39.0 years, and a median household income of $2,031 per week. That household income figure is important context: it sits above the Melbourne metro median, indicating a relatively affluent renter cohort with capacity to absorb moderate rent increases.

The combination of a median house price of $1.21 million and a median unit price of $765,000 (April to June 2025, DataVic/REIV) reflects a suburb where quality of housing stock is high and entry costs are meaningful. This positions Moorabbin as a capital growth suburb with supplementary rental income rather than a pure high-yield play.

Who Is Renting in Moorabbin?

The suburb attracts a mix of young professionals, couples, and small families who value proximity to beaches (Sandringham and Black Rock are minutes away), strong local retail on South Road and Nepean Highway, and excellent public transport links. This demographic profile supports stable tenancy, low vacancy risk, and consistent demand for well-presented two and three-bedroom properties.

How Does the Unit Segment Outperform?

The +27.0% quarter-on-quarter median price jump for units in the April to June 2025 quarter is a striking data point. While single-quarter movements can be influenced by the composition of sales (a cluster of higher-quality units transacting in one period), the +5.5% year-on-year growth confirms the underlying trend is genuine. For investors exploring Investment Properties Melbourne, Moorabbin units represent a segment where both yield and growth are moving in a positive direction simultaneously, a relatively rare combination in the current market.

What Are the Key Considerations Before Investing in Moorabbin?

Beyond the raw yield numbers, investors evaluating rental moorabbin opportunities should weigh the following factors carefully.

1. Interest Rate Sensitivity

At a median house price of $1.21 million, a typical 80% LVR loan is approximately $968,000. At a variable rate of 6.0% (consistent with RBA cash rate positioning in mid-2026), interest costs alone total roughly $58,000 per year. Against gross rental income of approximately $31,200 (at $600/wk), the property is meaningfully negatively geared. Investors must have sufficient income to service the shortfall and access to the ATO deductions that offset it.

2. Land Tax and Holding Costs

Victoria’s land tax thresholds and rates have been subject to revision in recent years. Investors holding Moorabbin property at a land value above the general threshold (currently $300,000 for individuals) will incur annual land tax obligations. Factor these into your net yield calculation before committing.

3. Depreciation Benefits on Units

Newer and recently renovated units in Moorabbin often carry meaningful depreciation schedules. A quantity surveyor’s depreciation report can unlock thousands of dollars in annual ATO deductions, effectively improving the after-tax yield on a unit investment by 0.5 to 1.0 percentage points in many cases.

4. Vacancy Rate and Tenant Quality

SQM Research data consistently shows Kingston LGA vacancy rates tracking below 2%, which is considered a tight rental market. Low vacancy translates directly to higher effective yield because the property is income-producing for more weeks of the year. Moorabbin’s location and demographic profile support continued low vacancy.

5. Off-Market Opportunities

The most attractive entry prices in Moorabbin, particularly for multi-tenancy assets and unit blocks, are frequently traded off-market. Investors who rely solely on public listings miss a significant portion of the available deal flow. Collings maintains an active off-market network across Melbourne’s inner and middle-ring suburbs.

How Does Collings Real Estate Help Moorabbin Investors?

Collings Real Estate has been active in Melbourne’s investment property market for decades, working with landlords, developers, and buyers across the inner north, inner south-east, and middle-ring suburbs. Our approach is grounded in data, local expertise, and transparent communication.

Property Strategy and Suburb Analysis

Our property strategists can produce a detailed yield and cash flow analysis for any Moorabbin property you are considering, using current comparable rental data, realistic vacancy assumptions, and your individual tax position. We do not deal in generic suburb averages — we model the specific asset you are evaluating.

Access to Off-Market Deals

Through our investor portal, registered buyers gain early access to off-market and pre-market listings across Melbourne, including Moorabbin and surrounding suburbs. These are properties that never appear on the major portals, often transacting at prices that reflect motivated vendor circumstances rather than peak auction competition.

End-to-End Property Management

For investors who purchase in Moorabbin, Collings provides full property management services: tenant sourcing, lease preparation, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and compliance management. Our property managers work to minimise vacancy, protect rental income, and keep your asset in condition to command market-leading rents.

Investor Education and Market Intelligence

Whether you are comparing investing moorabbin against other suburbs or trying to understand where yield is trending across Melbourne, our team publishes regular market analysis. For a broader view of where yields stack up across the city, our guide to rental yield Melbourne suburbs in 2026 is a strong starting point.

Ready to run the numbers on a specific Moorabbin property? Talk to a Collings property strategist today. Call us on 03 9486 2000, email info@collings.com.au, or visit us at 230 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe VIC 3079.

Frequently Asked Questions About Moorabbin Rental Yield

What is the average rental yield in Moorabbin?

Based on DataVic/REIV median sale prices for the April to June 2025 quarter and current market rents, Moorabbin houses yield approximately 2.6% gross and units yield approximately 3.3% gross. Net yields after costs sit roughly 1.5 to 2.0 percentage points lower.

Is Moorabbin a good suburb for property investment?

Moorabbin suits investors with a medium to long-term capital growth strategy who can service a negatively geared position in the short term. The suburb’s strong demographic profile, tight vacancy rates, and improving unit price growth make it a credible investment location, though it is not a high-yield suburb by Melbourne standards.

What is the median house price in Moorabbin?

According to DataVic/REIV data (via Collings CRM), the median house price in Moorabbin for the April to June 2025 quarter was $1,210,000, reflecting a year-on-year movement of -2.4%.

What is the median unit price in Moorabbin?

The median unit price in Moorabbin for the April to June 2025 quarter was $765,000, up 5.5% year-on-year and up 27.0% quarter-on-quarter, according to DataVic/REIV (via Collings CRM).

What is the median rent in Moorabbin?

ABS Census 2021 records a median rent of $431 per week for Moorabbin. Current advertised rents for houses are tracking in the $550 to $650 per week range, with two-bedroom units achieving $430 to $520 per week as of mid-2026.