Alfords Point Property Insights - Mar 2025
Alfords Point, NSW 2234: Leafy, Family-Oriented and Tightly Held
Alfords Point is a peaceful and established suburb in southern Sydney, known for its spacious homes and leafy surrounds. With 6 parks covering 41% of its 3.2 square kilometre area, the suburb offers an abundance of green space. Despite a 5.7% decline in population from 2011 to 2016, Alfords Point remains a highly desirable, owner-occupied suburb—94.5% of homes are owner-occupied, up from 93.7% in 2011
Housing Market Trends
The housing market in Alfords Point continues to show strength and stability:
Median house price: $1.82 million
Upper quartile: $2.13 million
Lower quartile: $1.60 million
Median days on market: 26 days
Average tenure: 17.8 years
Median asking rent: $1,050 per week
Rental yield: 3.3%
Prices have increased 4.8% year-on-year, with steady growth across the past 12 months. The suburb has also rebounded strongly from previous market dips, reflecting renewed confidence and buyer interest
Unit Market Trends
The unit market is almost non-existent, with only 1 sale in the past 12 months, at a median price of $1.26 million, and no consistent rental data. Similarly, the land market recorded just 1 sale, with a median price of $135,000—likely an anomaly, given the suburb’s low turnover and scarcity of vacant land
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Rental Market
The rental market is strong, particularly for houses:
Median rent: $1,050 per week
Rental growth: Stable, with minor seasonal fluctuations
Rental yield: 3.3%, slightly above the regional average
Only 8 rental rate observations were recorded, reaffirming that most homes are owner-occupied. Investors will find consistent, high-value tenancies despite the suburb’s low rental stock
Recent Market Activity
Alfords Point experienced modest but steady sales activity over the past year:
28 house sales in 2024, up from 14 in 2023, showing a rebound in transaction volume.
37 new listings and 40 total properties listed, suggesting a tight market with limited stock.
Sales concentrated in the $1M–$2M range, with 8 properties selling above $2M.
This level of market activity, combined with fast turnover and high tenure, reinforces Alfords Point’s appeal to long-term residents and family buyers
Community and Lifestyle
Alfords Point is a predominantly family suburb:
62.7% of households are couples with children
Predominant age group: 50–59 years
29.5% of households earn over $182,000 annually—well above the regional average
With large family homes, spacious blocks, and an abundance of parks, Alfords Point continues to attract professionals and established families looking for a quiet and stable lifestyle
Investment Potential
Alfords Point is a tightly held, high-income suburb with:
Long-term ownership patterns
Strong recent sales growth
Steady rental yields
Limited new housing supply
Its low turnover, high-value homes, and limited stock make it an excellent choice for long-term investors or families looking to secure a premium lifestyle in Sydney’s south..