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The NSW Towns Offering Value, Growth & Lifestyle

Despite a year marked by market challenges — including slower property activity and ongoing affordability pressures — the recent interest rate cut has sparked a renewed sense of optimism across our markets.

What Flemings is seeing on the ground in our key towns — Boorowa, Harden, Cootamundra, Young and Cowra — is backed up by data: our markets are delivering strong growth, competitive rental yields, and great opportunities for buyers. Compared to some larger regional centres and cities, which had gains of 10–20% in median prices, our towns are offering strong momentum, excellent value, and are firmly on the radar of serious buyers.

Median Property Prices  (2022-2025)​​*

Town2022 Median Price2023 Median Price2024 Median Price2025 Median Price
Boorowa$400,000$482,500$522,500$515,000
Harden$345,000$330,000$375,000$392,500
Cootamundra$365,000$412,000$435,000$405,000
Young$430,000$485,000$470,000$510,000
Cowra$395,000$400,000$427,500$490,000

Growth Rates (Annual + Total % Change)

TownGrowth (2022–2023)Growth (2023–2024)Growth (2024–2025)Total Growth (2022–2025)
Boorowa+20.6%+8.3%-1.4%+28.8%
Harden-4.3%+13.6%+4.7%+13.8%
Cootamundra+12.9%+5.6%-6.9%+11.0%
Young+12.8%-3.1%+8.5%+18.6%
Cowra+1.3%+6.9%+14.6%+24.1%

Rental Market Snapshot

TownMedian Rent (2025)Median Price (2025)Estimated Gross Yield
Boorowa$450 / week$520,000~4.5%
Harden$400 / week$395,000~5.3%
Cootamundra$440 / week$435,000~5.3%
Young$420 / week$480,000~4.5%
Cowra$390 / week$440,000~4.6%

*Data sourced from Pricefinder suburb reports 

Why invest in regional NSW?

  • Strong market growth – Boorowa leads with +28.8% growth, while Cowra (+24.1%), Young (+18.6%), and Harden (+13.8%) have also posted impressive gains over the past three years.
  • High rental returns – Many of these towns offer strong rental yields, making them attractive for investors focused on income. Cootamundra and Harden, for example, deliver an estimated 5.3% gross yield supporting steady cash flow and long-term ROI.
  • Affordable entry points – With current median prices ranging from $392,500 (Harden) to $515,000 (Boorowa), these towns offer excellent value for both investors and homebuyers.
  • Great lifestyle & community – These regional centres are known for their welcoming communities, relaxed pace of life, quality schools, and access to essential services.

Get in on the action! 

Whether you’re looking for a family home, investment property, or a tree-change, Flemings is here to help you secure the right property.

 Contact our team today to explore available listings!


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