What is the average rental yield in Australian Capital Territory?

As of 2026, tracked residential investment markets in Australian Capital Territory average a gross rental yield of approximately 3.9%, with regional corridors and mining hubs exceeding 8% to 12% gross yields.

Where can I find positive cash flow properties in Australian Capital Territory?

Positive cash flow properties in Australian Capital Territory are predominantly found in regional employment centers, satellite towns, and affordable secondary markets where median prices remain under $500,000 and rental yields surpass 5.0%. Top markets include MACNAMARA (5% yield).

How does PosiProp identify positive geared suburbs in Australian Capital Territory?

PosiProp analyzes 12-month rolling median prices, rental yields, and active listings across all ACT postcodes. Suburbs with yields above 5.0% and strong rental demand are flagged for positive cash flow potential.

State Investment Hub • ACT

Top Positive Geared Suburbs in Australian Capital Territory

Ranked list of high-yield investment suburbs across Australian Capital Territory. Compare gross rental yields, 12-month capital growth rates, and median house prices to find cash-flow positive property.

Average State Yield

3.9%

Across tracked ACT postcodes

High-Yield Suburbs

Suburbs with ≥ 5.0% gross yield

Top Yielding Market

MACNAMARA

5% gross yield

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Ranked Investment Suburbs in Australian Capital Territory

Sorted by combined cash-flow yield and 12-month capital growth score

98 suburbs tracked

Rank #1 • ACT 2606

CHIFLEY

Balanced

Median Price$1,264,000

Gross Rental Yield3.6%

12-Month Growth+22.7%

Sales Volume (12m)32 sold transactions

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Rank #2 • ACT 2600

DEAKIN

Balanced

Median Price$2,150,000

Gross Rental Yield2.5%

12-Month Growth+22.2%

Sales Volume (12m)53 sold transactions

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Rank #3 • ACT 2914

JACKA

Balanced

Median Price$1,000,000

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

12-Month Growth+17.7%

Sales Volume (12m)35 sold transactions

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Rank #4 • ACT 2906

BANKS

Balanced

Median Price$895,000

Gross Rental Yield4.4%

12-Month Growth+17.4%

Sales Volume (12m)75 sold transactions

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Rank #5 • ACT 2912

GUNGAHLIN

Balanced

Median Price$1,090,000

Gross Rental Yield4.0%

12-Month Growth+17.5%

Sales Volume (12m)62 sold transactions

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Rank #6 • ACT 2615

MACNAMARA

Positive Cashflow

Median Price$570,000

Gross Rental Yield5.0%

12-Month Growth+13.4%

Sales Volume (12m)27 sold transactions

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Rank #7 • ACT 2611

DENMAN PROSPECT

Balanced

Median Price$1,220,000

Gross Rental Yield3.4%

12-Month Growth+16.2%

Sales Volume (12m)106 sold transactions

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Rank #8 • ACT 2602

LYNEHAM

Balanced

Median Price$1,275,000

Gross Rental Yield3.4%

12-Month Growth+15.9%

Sales Volume (12m)44 sold transactions

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Rank #9 • ACT 2612

REID

Balanced

Median Price$1,925,000

Gross Rental Yield2.9%

12-Month Growth+16.3%

Sales Volume (12m)16 sold transactions

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Rank #10 • ACT 2603

GRIFFITH

Balanced

Median Price$2,420,000

Gross Rental Yield2.5%

12-Month Growth+16.7%

Sales Volume (12m)47 sold transactions

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Rank #11 • ACT 2604

NARRABUNDAH

Balanced

Median Price$1,415,500

Gross Rental Yield2.9%

12-Month Growth+14.6%

Sales Volume (12m)91 sold transactions

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Rank #12 • ACT 2905

GILMORE

Balanced

Median Price$955,000

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

12-Month Growth+11.1%

Sales Volume (12m)38 sold transactions

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Rank #13 • ACT 2913

NGUNNAWAL

Balanced

Median Price$835,250

Gross Rental Yield4.1%

12-Month Growth+11.3%

Sales Volume (12m)182 sold transactions

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Rank #14 • ACT 2615

FRASER

Balanced

Median Price$1,080,000

Gross Rental Yield4.2%

12-Month Growth+10.8%

Sales Volume (12m)31 sold transactions

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Rank #15 • ACT 2913

FRANKLIN

Balanced

Median Price$1,150,000

Gross Rental Yield4.0%

12-Month Growth+10.5%

Sales Volume (12m)60 sold transactions

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Rank #16 • ACT 2615

DUNLOP

Balanced

Median Price$931,000

Gross Rental Yield4.5%

12-Month Growth+9.5%

Sales Volume (12m)94 sold transactions

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Rank #17 • ACT 2615

FLOREY

Balanced

Median Price$980,000

Gross Rental Yield4.2%

12-Month Growth+8.9%

Sales Volume (12m)56 sold transactions

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Rank #18 • ACT 2617

GIRALANG

Balanced

Median Price$962,500

Gross Rental Yield3.9%

12-Month Growth+8.8%

Sales Volume (12m)42 sold transactions

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Rank #19 • ACT 2615

MACGREGOR

Balanced

Median Price$840,000

Gross Rental Yield4.2%

12-Month Growth+7.7%

Sales Volume (12m)124 sold transactions

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Rank #20 • ACT 2611

CHAPMAN

Balanced

Median Price$1,302,500

Gross Rental Yield3.8%

12-Month Growth+8.5%

Sales Volume (12m)36 sold transactions

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Rank #21 • ACT 2603

RED HILL

Balanced

Median Price$2,350,000

Gross Rental Yield2.5%

12-Month Growth+10.9%

Sales Volume (12m)39 sold transactions

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Rank #22 • ACT 2615

FLYNN

Balanced

Median Price$975,000

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

12-Month Growth+7.1%

Sales Volume (12m)56 sold transactions

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Rank #23 • ACT 2611

WARAMANGA

Balanced

Median Price$952,000

Gross Rental Yield4.0%

12-Month Growth+7.6%

Sales Volume (12m)36 sold transactions

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Rank #24 • ACT 2617

BRUCE

Balanced

Median Price$1,230,000

Gross Rental Yield3.8%

12-Month Growth+7.9%

Sales Volume (12m)31 sold transactions

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Rank #25 • ACT 2902

KAMBAH

Balanced

Median Price$925,000

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

12-Month Growth+6.9%

Sales Volume (12m)172 sold transactions

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Rank #26 • ACT 2607

MAWSON

Balanced

Median Price$1,192,500

Gross Rental Yield3.5%

12-Month Growth+8.4%

Sales Volume (12m)28 sold transactions

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Rank #27 • ACT 2903

WANNIASSA

Balanced

Median Price$914,501

Gross Rental Yield4.2%

12-Month Growth+7.0%

Sales Volume (12m)107 sold transactions

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Rank #28 • ACT 2615

LATHAM

Balanced

Median Price$874,000

Gross Rental Yield4.4%

12-Month Growth+6.6%

Sales Volume (12m)57 sold transactions

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Rank #29 • ACT 2615

SPENCE

Balanced

Median Price$935,750

Gross Rental Yield4.2%

12-Month Growth+6.9%

Sales Volume (12m)50 sold transactions

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Rank #30 • ACT 2615

MELBA

Balanced

Median Price$950,000

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

12-Month Growth+6.6%

Sales Volume (12m)52 sold transactions

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Investor Guide & FAQs

Investing in Australian Capital Territory Property Markets

What makes a suburb in Australian Capital Territory positively geared?

A positively geared property produces gross annual rental income that exceeds mortgage financing and statutory holding costs (council rates, water, insurance, and maintenance). In Australian Capital Territory, suburbs with rental yields above 5.0% typically achieve positive cash flow under standard 20% deposit financing.

How are median prices and yields calculated for ACT?

PosiProp aggregates rolling 12-month transaction records and active rental listings across all postcodes in Australian Capital Territory. Rental yields reflect annual advertised rents divided by median sale prices for matching property types. For full formulas, see our Data Methodology.

Are regional markets in Australian Capital Territory safe for long-term investment?

Regional centers with diverse economic drivers (health, education, logistics, agriculture, and government administration) often provide higher cash-flow yields while maintaining steady capital growth. We recommend reviewing 12-month sales volumes and days-on-market metrics alongside yield percentages.

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