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Tuesday, 7 July 2026

Suburb Spotlight: Gilmore, ACT = Strong Rental Demand and Low Vacancy Rates

Suburb Spotlight: Gilmore, ACT


Gilmore is a Canberra suburb that deserves a closer look from property investors.


Located just 15km from the Canberra CBD, Gilmore offers a compelling combination of affordability, strong rental demand, and extremely low vacancy rates. With its peaceful, semi-rural feel and access to quality local amenities, it presents an attractive option for both investors and owner-occupiers.


Key Suburb Metrics

* Median Asking Price: $878,291

* Rental Yield: 4.08%

* Vacancy Rate: 0.55%

* Population: 2,702

* Distance to Canberra CBD: 15.1km


The combination of affordability, solid rental returns, and tight rental supply makes Gilmore a suburb worth further investigation.


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