# St George Property Market Report: February 2026
The St George region continues to outperform Greater Sydney, recording 10% annual growth — the highest in Sydney's inner southwest corridor. Here's your complete market analysis for February 2026.
Executive Summary
| Metric | St George Region | Greater Sydney |
|---|---|---|
| House Price Growth (12mo) | +10% | +5.7% |
| Unit Price Growth (12mo) | +4.2% | +3.1% |
| Days on Market | 35 days | 38 days |
| Auction Clearance | 68% | 62% |
Key Finding: St George is Sydney's standout performer, driven by infrastructure investment, hospital expansion, and relative affordability compared to Eastern Suburbs.
Market Drivers in 2026
1. Interest Rate Stabilisation
After holding at 4.35% for an extended period, rates are now forecast to decrease in 2026. This is:
- Boosting buyer confidence
- Increasing borrowing capacity
- Attracting previously hesitant buyers back to market
- Jobs for medical professionals
- Demand for nearby housing
- Long-term value uplift for Kogarah, Rockdale, and Carlton
- Beach access (Brighton-Le-Sands, Sans Souci)
- Larger homes (Beverly Hills, Kingsgrove)
- Green space (Arncliffe, Banksia)
- Activity Level: High (+15% YoY)
- Target Suburbs: Arncliffe, Banksia, Kingsgrove
- Budget: $800K - $1.2M
- Motivation: Help to Buy scheme, stamp duty savings
- Activity Level: Moderate (+8% YoY)
- Target Suburbs: Sans Souci, Brighton-Le-Sands, Kogarah
- Budget: $1.5M - $2.5M
- Motivation: Space, schools, lifestyle
- Activity Level: Recovering (+12% YoY)
- Target Suburbs: Rockdale, Hurstville, Arncliffe
- Focus: Units with 5%+ yields
- Motivation: Land tax changes driving selective purchases
- Buyer competition remains healthy
- Limited stock creating multiple-offer scenarios
- Days on market below historical average
- Arncliffe: Best value with 10%+ growth — still under $1.4M median
- Kingsgrove: Metro-adjacent with room to grow
- Banksia: Entry-level family homes available
- Kogarah units: Oversupply from new developments
- Overheated auctions: Stick to your budget
- Off-the-plan: Verify developer track record
2. St George Hospital Expansion
The $700M+ hospital expansion is creating:
3. Metro Connectivity (Future)
Planned metro extensions to Bankstown are influencing buyer decisions, with flow-on effects to St George suburbs.
4. Lifestyle Appeal
Post-pandemic preference for:
Suburb-by-Suburb Analysis
Premium Tier ($2M+)
| Suburb | Median House | 12mo Growth | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolls Point | $2,400,000 | +8.5% | Waterfront premium |
| Sans Souci | $2,100,000 | +9.2% | Georges River access |
| Kogarah | $1,900,000 | +7.9% | Hospital precinct |
Mid Tier ($1.5M - $2M)
| Suburb | Median House | 12mo Growth | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton-Le-Sands | $1,850,000 | +8.1% | Beachside lifestyle |
| Hurstville | $1,750,000 | +6.8% | Retail/transport hub |
| Rockdale | $1,650,000 | +9.5% | Gentrification |
Entry Level ($1.2M - $1.5M)
| Suburb | Median House | 12mo Growth | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley | $1,500,000 | +7.2% | Family appeal |
| Carlton | $1,450,000 | +8.0% | Hospital proximity |
| Arncliffe | $1,350,000 | +10.1% | Best value |
| Kingsgrove | $1,400,000 | +6.5% | M5 access |
| Beverly Hills | $1,350,000 | +7.8% | Affordability |
Unit Market
| Suburb | Median Unit | 12mo Growth | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockdale | $680,000 | +3.2% | New supply impact |
| Hurstville | $720,000 | +2.8% | Investor-driven |
| Kogarah | $730,000 | -0.4% | Oversupply concern |
Buyer Activity by Segment
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| Suburb | House Rent/wk | Unit Rent/wk | Vacancy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kogarah | $710 | $680 | 1.4% |
| Rockdale | $680 | $620 | 1.6% |
| Hurstville | $720 | $650 | 1.5% |
| Brighton-Le-Sands | $750 | $600 | 1.3% |
Insight: Vacancy rates remain extremely tight (below 2%), supporting strong rental yields and landlord pricing power.
What This Means for Sellers
Now is a Strong Selling Window
Top Performing Property Types
1. 3-4 bedroom houses near stations 2. Renovated family homes in school catchments 3. Waterfront properties in Sans Souci/Dolls Point
Underperforming Segments
1. New units in high-supply areas (Rockdale, Hurstville) 2. Unrenovated properties needing significant work 3. Studio apartments with limited appeal
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Price Forecasts
| Segment | Forecast | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Houses | +5% to +7% | High |
| Units | +2% to +4% | Moderate |
| Premium (Sans Souci, Dolls Point) | +6% to +8% | High |
Key Watch Items
1. RBA rate decisions — cuts would accelerate growth 2. Hospital precinct completion — boost for Kogarah/Carlton 3. Infrastructure announcements — any metro extensions 4. Migration patterns — continued strong inflows
My Market Take
"St George remains one of Sydney's best-kept secrets. We're seeing consistent 8-10% growth while maintaining relative affordability compared to the Eastern Suburbs. The combination of beaches, transport, and healthcare infrastructure creates a compelling value proposition. For sellers, it's an excellent window. For buyers, act decisively on quality stock — it doesn't last."
— Michael Kalinovski, Century 21 Bayview
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Contact Michael →Data sources: Domain, CoreLogic, REINSW, ABS. Data current as of February 2026. This report is for general information only and does not constitute financial advice.
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