Rupanyup vs Murtoa
Murtoa (median $175,000) is roughly 5% cheaper to buy into than Rupanyup ($185,000).
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Rupanyup and Murtoa side by side
| Measure | Rupanyup | Murtoa |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $185,000 | $175,000 |
| Median unit | $102,960 | $110,880 |
| Renting | ||
| Owner occupied | 83.0% | 79.0% |
| Renter occupied | 10.0% | 19.0% |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 4 | 2 |
| Average ICSEA | 962 | 990 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | – | 6 |
| Transit score | – | 0 |
| Bike score | – | 10 |
| Population | 545 | 897 |
| Median age | 51 | 48 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 408 mm | 393 mm |
| Mean max, January | 30.5°C | 30.7°C |
Green dot: better on that measure (lower price, higher growth, higher walkability, lower risk). Each suburb’s profile gives the source and period of its figures.
Which suits whom
On school quality, the average ICSEA across schools serving Murtoa (990) sits above Rupanyup (962).
- For buyers
- Murtoa is the lower entry point at $175,000 median, 5% below the other suburb. For first home buyers, that translates to a smaller deposit and lower stamp duty bill.
- For investors
- Rental or growth data is incomplete for one or both suburbs. Look at the full investor view on each suburb profile for a complete picture.
- For families
- Murtoa edges out on average school ICSEA (990 vs 962).
Rupanyup vs Murtoa: common questions
Is Rupanyup or Murtoa cheaper to buy in?
Murtoa has the lower median house price at $175,000, roughly 5% below Rupanyup ($185,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Does Rupanyup or Murtoa have better schools?
On average school ICSEA (the ACARA index that benchmarks educational advantage), Murtoa scores 990 vs 962 in Rupanyup. ICSEA is a school-community indicator, not a quality rating, so always check NAPLAN results and catchment boundaries for the specific address you're considering.
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