Tahmoor, NSW 2573

Wollondilly Shire CouncilAll suburbs in postcode 2573

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Median house price

$970,000

+7.8% over the past year.

Median of 252 house sales · NSW Valuer General · calendar 2025

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Tahmoor at a glance

Median unit
$343,440
Weekly rent
$650
Houses
Population
5,777
Median age 34

Prices: Median of 252 house sales · NSW Valuer General · calendar 2025 · Rent: NSW rental bond data (postcode 2573), June 2026 · Population: 2021 Census

House prices in Tahmoor

Houses change hands at $970,000 on a typical sale, in line with the NSW median (252 house sales, NSW Valuer General, calendar 2025). Units come in around $343,440, roughly 65% below the house median. The 12-month picture is one of steady growth (+7.8%).

For sellers

Twelve-month growth is +7.8%, supporting confident pricing at the upper end of recent comparables.

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For buyers

A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $194,000. Prices are in line with the NSW median, so the broader state lending settings apply.

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Rental data as of June 2026· NSW rental bond data (postcode 2573)

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What to know about Tahmoor

Tahmoor (2573) sits in the Wollondilly region of NSW. The median house here is $970,000, in line with the NSW median of around $1.10M. Prices have moved +7.8% over the past year, well clear of the NSW average (3%).

Tahmoor has roughly 5,777 residents, with a young-family demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied.

What it’s like to live here

Summer days here average around 28°C (warm), winter mornings around 5°C (cool). Annual rainfall lands at about 748 mm. Figures are our 1991 to 2020 averages of SILO data for this location (Queensland Government, built from Bureau of Meteorology observations).

Schooling within or near the suburb covers 7 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.

Schools in Tahmoor

Schools serving Tahmoor: government first, then Catholic and independent.

Government schools

Tahmoor Public School

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Thirlmere Public School

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Buxton Public School

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© ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Location

Demographics

The 2021 Census put Tahmoor's population at 5,777, with a median age of 34. That sits as a young-family demographic. Households are mostly owner-occupied (66% own, 32% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (75% family households, 23% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.

Family households
75%
Lone person
23%
Owner occupied
66%
Renter occupied
32%

Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census

Investment overview

Gross rental yield on houses sits at 3.48% (median rent $650/wk against a $970,000 price tag). With 32% of households renting, the leasing market is established and vacancy risk tends to be lower than in owner-dominated suburbs. The 12-month growth of +7.8% adds a capital-growth case on top of the yield.

Gross yield, housesSource: NSW Valuer General (PSI) · Sept 2026
3.48%
On the $970,000 median
12-month change, housesSource: NSW Valuer General (PSI) · Sept 2026
+7.8%

Gross rental yield is a year’s rent divided by the purchase price, before expenses. It leaves out vacancy, management fees, maintenance and financing costs, so treat it as a starting point.

Crime and safety

196 offences recorded in 2026

Top offence categories
Assault39 (19.9%)
Theft37 (18.9%)
Intimidation, stalking and harassment31 (15.8%)
Malicious damage to property30 (15.3%)
Against justice procedures18 (9.2%)

Source: State Police Open Data

Crime data as of January 2026

Weather year-round

Annual rainfall
748 mm
Hottest month, avg max
28.0°C
Coldest month, avg min
4.6°C
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Our 1991 to 2020 averages of SILO data (Queensland Government, built from Bureau of Meteorology observations, CC BY 4.0) for this location.

Climate data as of October 2026· SILO (Queensland Government), from Bureau of Meteorology observations

Questions about Tahmoor

What is the median house price in Tahmoor?
The median house price in Tahmoor, NSW 2573 is $970,000 (median of 252 house sales recorded by the NSW Valuer General in calendar 2025). The median unit price is $343,440. Annual growth is +7.8%.
How much is my house worth in Tahmoor?
A useful starting point is the Tahmoor median house price of $970,000 (units $343,440). Your home will sit above or below that depending on land size, condition, position and what comparable homes nearby have sold for recently. For a figure specific to your property, request a free property appraisal from a local agent using the form on this page.
Is Tahmoor a good investment?
On the published figures, the gross rental yield on houses in Tahmoor is 3.5%: the median weekly house rent is $650 (NSW rental bond data (postcode 2573), June 2026) against the median house price of $970,000 (NSW Valuer General, calendar 2025). The median house price rose 7.8% over 12 months on the same NSW Valuer General figures. Whether Tahmoor is a good investment for you depends on the price you pay, your loan and holding costs, vacancy and your tax position. These are published market figures, not financial advice.
What is the Tahmoor postcode?
Tahmoor is in the 2573 postcode, in NSW, in the Wollondilly Shire Council region.
Where is Tahmoor?
Tahmoor is a suburb in the Wollondilly Shire Council area, NSW 2573.
What is the average rent in Tahmoor?
The median weekly rent for houses is $650.
What schools are in Tahmoor?
There are 10 schools serving Tahmoor on this page, including Tahmoor Public School, Wollondilly Anglican College, Thirlmere Public School.
What suburbs are near Tahmoor?
Tahmoor is close to Couridjah, Thirlmere, Pheasants Nest, Buxton, Picton.
What is the population of Tahmoor?
The population of Tahmoor is approximately 5,777 (2021 Census). The median age is 34.

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Sources. House and unit medians from the NSW Valuer General, Land Victoria, the SA Government and the ABS; rents from the state rental bond authorities. Census from the ABS (2021), climate from the Bureau of Meteorology, hazard from Geoscience Australia, schools from ACARA and crime from state police open data. Each figure carries its source and date. How we source data

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