Rural City of Wangaratta
Myrtleford
Myrtleford at a glance
Median house
$750,000
Median unit
$221,760
Walk score
62
Somewhat walkable
Population
3,285
Median age 50
The brief
What to know about Myrtleford.
Myrtleford (3737) sits in the Wangaratta region of Victoria. The median house here is $750,000, in line with the Victoria median of around $850K.
Myrtleford has roughly 3,285 residents, with an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied. The area is somewhat walkable for a typical errand run, but a car still helps for grocery runs and weekend trips.
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What it’s like to live here.
Myrtleford scores 62/100 on walkability, which makes it somewhat walkable with limited public transport. A short drive opens up most amenities; a car-light household is workable but not optimal.
Schooling within or near the suburb covers 2 Catholic.
Who lives here
Demographics.
The 2021 Census put Myrtleford's population at 3,285, with a median age of 50. That sits as an established, older skew. Households are mostly owner-occupied (73% own, 22% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (66% family households, 32% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.
Population
3,285
Median age
50
Family households
66%
Lone person
32%
Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census
Houses change hands at $750,000 on a typical sale, in line with the Victoria median. Units come in around $221,760, roughly 70% below the house median.
For buyers
A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $150,000. Prices are in line with the Victoria median, so the broader state lending settings apply.
Market
The price of a home here.
Median house price
$750,000
+0.0% over the past year. Median unit price $221,760.
Sales data as of May 2026· sales-vic
Rental and ownership
Weekly rent (house)
$250/wk
Weekly rent (unit)
$250/wk
Owner occupied
73%
Renter occupied
22%
At a deeper level
$750,000
$221,760
3,285
Median age: 50
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For investors
Investment overview.
Gross rental yield on houses sits at 1.73% (median rent $250/wk against a $750,000 price tag). Units yield 5.86% gross, often the better cash-flow play for first-time investors. Renter share is modest (22%), so the rental pool is smaller and tenant demand can be patchier than in higher-density suburbs.
Gross Yield (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20261.73%
Based on $750,000 median
Gross Yield (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 20265.86%
Based on $221,760 median
Annual Growth (House)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Annual Growth (Unit)
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Year-on-year capital growth
Owner Occupancy
Source: ABS Census 2021 · May 202673%
Higher = more owner-occupier demand
Days on Market
Source: Land Victoria / DTP · May 2026–
Lower = higher buyer demand
Gross rental yield is annual rent divided by purchase price, before expenses. It does not account for vacancy rates, management fees, maintenance, or financing costs. Use this as a starting point for further research.
Safety
Crime and safety.
146
total offences in 2025
Top offence categories
Crime statistics are reported at LGA level and may cover a broader area than this suburb.
Source: State Police Open Data
Crime data as of December 2025· State Police Open Data
Getting around
Walkability.
62
0
100
Scores calculated from OpenStreetMap data (ODbL)
Walkability data as of May 2026· OpenStreetMap
Place
Location.
Amenities
Transport
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Education
Schools in Myrtleford.
Local schools for Myrtleford
View the catchment for each school to find out more.
Government School Catchment
Myrtleford P-12 College
Non-Government Schools
Marian College
St Mary's School
© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Frequently asked
About Myrtleford.
- What is the median house price in Myrtleford?
- The median house price in Myrtleford, VIC 3737 is $750,000. The median unit price is $221,760. Annual growth is +0.0%.
- What is the Myrtleford postcode?
- Myrtleford is in the 3737 postcode, in VIC, in the Rural City of Wangaratta region.
- What is the average rent in Myrtleford?
- The median weekly rent for houses is $250, for units it's $250.
- What schools are in Myrtleford?
- There are 3 schools serving Myrtleford on this page, including Marian College, St Mary's School, Myrtleford P-12 College.
- How walkable is Myrtleford?
- Myrtleford has a Walk Score of 62 out of 100, somewhat walkable. transit score 0, bike score 100.
- What suburbs are near Myrtleford?
- Myrtleford is close to Merriang, Barwidgee, Gapsted, Merriang South, Ovens.
- What is the population of Myrtleford?
- Myrtleford has approximately 3,285 residents. The median age is 50.
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Sources cited
Median, growth and rental data from state revenue offices and ABS. Census from ABS 2021. Climate from BoM. Hazard from Geoscience Australia. School data from ACARA. Crime from state police open data. Full methodology →
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