Wallendbeen, NSW 2588

Cootamundra-GundagaiAll suburbs in postcode 2588

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Median house price

$375,000

-20.2% over the past year.

Median of 5 house sales · NSW Valuer General · calendar 2025

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Wallendbeen at a glance

Median unit
$164,880
Population
299
Median age 54

Prices: Median of 5 house sales · NSW Valuer General · calendar 2025 · Population: 2021 Census

House prices in Wallendbeen

Houses change hands at $375,000 on a typical sale, well below the NSW median (5 house sales, NSW Valuer General, calendar 2025). Units come in around $164,880, roughly 56% below the house median. The 12-month picture shows a softening market (-20.2%), giving buyers more room to negotiate.

For sellers

With 12-month growth at -20.2%, pricing should anchor to the most recent six months of comparables, not last year's peak.

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For buyers

A 20% deposit on the median house works out to roughly $75,000. Prices are well below the NSW median, which keeps Wallendbeen on the radar for first-home buyers and right-sizers.

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Rental data as of October 2026

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What to know about Wallendbeen

Wallendbeen (2588) sits in the Cootamundra-Gundagai region of NSW. The median house here is $375,000, well below the NSW median of around $1.10M. Prices have moved -20.2% over the past year, well behind the NSW average (3%).

Wallendbeen has roughly 299 residents, with a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied.

What it’s like to live here

Summer days here average around 31°C (warm), winter mornings around 1°C (cold). Annual rainfall lands at about 664 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 3 government primary, 1 government secondary, 1 Catholic, 1 independent.

Schools in Wallendbeen

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

Government schools

Wombat Public School

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Cootamundra Public School

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Cootamundra High School

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Demographics

The 2021 Census put Wallendbeen's population at 299, with a median age of 54. That sits as a retiree-heavy demographic. Households are predominantly owner-occupied (83% own, 15% rent), which shapes everything from school catchment stability to how often properties turn over. The household mix skews family-dominated (78% family households, 26% lone person), so amenity decisions tend to follow what families want: parks, schools, supermarkets.

Family households
78%
Lone person
26%
Owner occupied
83%
Renter occupied
15%

Demographics data as of May 2026· ABS 2021 Census

Investment overview

12-month change, housesSource: NSW Valuer General (PSI) · Sept 2026
-20.2%

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

15 offences recorded in 2026

Top offence categories
Theft7 (46.7%)
Against justice procedures3 (20.0%)
Assault2 (13.3%)
Arson1 (6.7%)
Intimidation, stalking and harassment1 (6.7%)

Source: State Police Open Data

Crime data as of January 2026

Weather year-round

Annual rainfall
664 mm
Hottest month, avg max
31.3°C
Coldest month, avg min
1.2°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 Wallendbeen

What is the median house price in Wallendbeen?
The median house price in Wallendbeen, NSW 2588 is $375,000 (median of 5 house sales recorded by the NSW Valuer General in calendar 2025). The median unit price is $164,880. Annual growth is -20.2%.
How much is my house worth in Wallendbeen?
A useful starting point is the Wallendbeen median house price of $375,000 (units $164,880). 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 Wallendbeen a good investment?
On the published figures, Wallendbeen's median house price fell 20.2% over 12 months, to $375,000 (NSW Valuer General, calendar 2025). No weekly house rent is published for Wallendbeen, so there is no house yield to work out. Whether Wallendbeen 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 Wallendbeen postcode?
Wallendbeen is in the 2588 postcode, in NSW, in the Cootamundra-Gundagai region.
Where is Wallendbeen?
Wallendbeen is a suburb in the Cootamundra-Gundagai area, NSW 2588.
What schools are in Wallendbeen?
There are 6 schools serving Wallendbeen on this page, including Sacred Heart Central School, Elouera Special School, Wombat Public School.
What suburbs are near Wallendbeen?
Wallendbeen is close to Cullinga, Nubba, Berthong, Wombat, Cootamundra.
What is the population of Wallendbeen?
The population of Wallendbeen is approximately 299 (2021 Census). The median age is 54.

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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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