Surf Beach vs Sunset Strip
Sunset Strip (median $590,000) is roughly 20% cheaper to buy into than Surf Beach ($740,000).
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Surf Beach and Sunset Strip side by side
| Measure | Surf Beach | Sunset Strip |
|---|---|---|
| Price and market | ||
| Median house | $740,000 | $590,000 |
| Median unit | $240,480 | $240,480 |
| Schools | ||
| Schools nearby | 6 | 6 |
| Average ICSEA | 1041 | 1041 |
| Lifestyle and people | ||
| Walk score | 2 | 0 |
| Transit score | 0 | 0 |
| Bike score | 15 | 40 |
| Climate | ||
| Annual rainfall | 719 mm | 728 mm |
| Mean max, January | 24.0°C | 23.8°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
Surf Beach scores higher on walkability (2/100 vs 0/100 ), useful if you're optimising for a car-light household.
- For buyers
- Sunset Strip is the lower entry point at $590,000 median, 20% 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
- School and household data is too similar between the two to call a winner on family fit. Check the individual profiles for street-level school catchments.
Surf Beach vs Sunset Strip: common questions
Is Surf Beach or Sunset Strip cheaper to buy in?
Sunset Strip has the lower median house price at $590,000, roughly 20% below Surf Beach ($740,000). The gap on units is usually similar but worth checking on the full suburb profiles.
Which is more walkable, Surf Beach or Sunset Strip?
Surf Beach scores 2/100 on walkability vs 0/100. Above 70 is considered very walkable (most errands on foot), 50-69 is walkable for some errands, below 50 typically requires a car for daily life.
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