Investment Property Guide

Invest in Kogarah Property

Kogarah NSW 2218 offers strong investment returns in Sydney's St George region in 2026. Unit rental yields average 4.3% gross, with house yields at 2.7%. Capital growth is 4.8% for units and 7.5% for houses over the past 12 months. Michael Kalinovski has 25+ years of investment property expertise. Call 0411 818 171.

Updated April 2026

4.3%

Unit Yield

2.7%

House Yield

+4.8%

Unit Growth (1yr)

9/10

Investor Rating

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Kogarah Investment Analysis – March 2026

Units & Apartments

Recommended

Median Purchase Price$745K

Gross Rental Yield4.3%

Est. Weekly Rent$616/week

12-Month Growth+4.8%

Days to Lease31 days avg

Houses

Median Purchase Price$1.98M

Gross Rental Yield2.7%

Est. Weekly Rent$1028/week

12-Month Growth+7.5%

Days to Lease26 days avg

Why Investors Choose Kogarah

Kogarah scores 9/10 for investment suitability based on yields, growth, and tenant demand.

Strong Yields

Unit yields of 4.3% outperform Sydney metro average of 3.2%

Capital Growth

4.8% unit growth in past 12 months indicates strong demand

Tenant Demand

49% of residents are renters, ensuring consistent tenant pool

Neg. Gearing

Properties may qualify for negative gearing tax benefits

Kogarah Tenant Demographics

15,242

Population

Median Age

49%

Renting

$85K

Median Income

Typical Tenant Profile:

medical precincttransportshoppingprofessionalcentral

Investment Purchase Costs in Kogarah

Estimated costs based on the Kogarah median unit price of $0.74M in 2026.

Cost Item	Estimated Amount	Notes
Transfer Duty (Stamp Duty)	$28.3K	NSW standard rate
Conveyancer / Solicitor	$1.5K – $2.5K	Contract review & settlement
Building & Pest Inspection	$600	Recommended for all purchases
Strata Report	$350	Essential for units — reveals levies, sinking fund, by-laws
Loan Application Fee	$600	Varies by lender

NSW Stamp Duty CalculatorSource: NSW Revenue, 2026 rates

Recent Sales in Kogarah

Properties sold in 2218 in the last 3 months

house

4 Railway Parade, Kogarah

4 bed2 bath

Sold$1.85M

Feb 202624 days on market

unit

37/13 King Street, Kogarah

2 bed1 bath

Sold$716K

Feb 202618 days on market

townhouse

55 Bay Street, Kogarah

3 bed2 bath

Sold$1.11M

Jan 202632 days on market

house

82 The Grand Parade, Kogarah

5 bed3 bath

Sold$2.22M

Jan 202621 days on market

unit

4/65 Princes Highway, Kogarah

1 bed1 bath

Sold$600K

Dec 202528 days on market

Sale prices are indicative and sourced from publicly available data. Contact Michael for accurate current market data.

What Kogarah Clients Say

Real results from real clients in Kogarah and surrounding suburbs

“Michael's knowledge of the St George market was invaluable. He achieved a price well above our expectations.”

James & Sarah T.

Family Home • St George • 2025

“Professional, responsive, and genuinely cares about his clients. Would recommend Michael to anyone buying or selling.”

Maria C.

Investment Unit • St George • 2025

“After 25 years in our family home, Michael made the transition to a smaller property seamless and stress-free.”

David L.

Downsizer Villa • St George • 2024

Investing FAQs for Kogarah

Common questions about buying property in Kogarah

What rental yields can I expect in St George?

St George offers rental yields of 2.5-3% for houses and 3.5-4.5% for units. Suburbs like Rockdale and Hurstville offer higher yields due to strong professional tenant demand.

Is St George good for negative gearing?

Yes, properties with strong capital growth potential and moderate yields work well for negative gearing strategies. Michael can analyse specific properties for investment suitability.

What are vacancy rates like?

St George has extremely low vacancy rates (under 1.5%) due to strong demand from professionals, families, and students. This means minimal rental income interruption.