Atlaso rates Whitfield units as HOLD. Average growth outlook. Vacancy is extremely tight at 0.82%, well below the 2.5% equilibrium, but conviction is not high enough for a BUY rating. Better units options may be available in Cairns.
At $508K, Whitfield ranks #20 of 23 units in Cairns. The long-term structural outlook is Strong. Prices grew 47.8% over the past year, showing strong momentum.
OPPORTUNITY ENGINE
Structural opportunity remains selective at this price level.
Shifting to BuyersEarly signs of easing. Monitor for entry.
+2.3%
Asking Prices (3mo)
+6.5%
Rents (12mo)
0.8%
Vacancy
39%
Fresh Stock (<30d)
Unit Asking Prices (12 months)
$456K
Unit Weekly Rents (12 months)
$505/wk
Vacancy Rate (24 months)
--- 1.5% tight--- 3.0% loose
Listing Age (12 months)
Fresh (<30d)30-60d60-90d90-180d180d+
Data for postcode 4870.
Momentum Health
Monitor
37% stall probability
Whitfield is growing at 47.8% annually but early warning signals are appearing. Watch for vacancy loosening or yield compression over the next quarter.
STALL RISK37%
Suburb Profile
Whitfield at a Glance
SEIFA Index
5/10
Average
Household Income
$1,510/wk
Median household
Median Age
39
Years
Mortgage Stress
24%
of income
Population Growth
+0.7%
vs state +1.8%
Ownership Mix
20.4%owned36.4%mortgage37.9%renting
Demographic Trends
Whitfield Over Time
Median Household Income (Census)
Population Growth Rate (Census)
Dwelling Composition (Census)
Rental Yield History
Census data: ABS. Yield series: weekly market data.
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3-Year Structural OutlookStrong
Conviction LevelHigh
Fair Value GapX.X% undervalued
3-Bed House Price$X,XXX,XXX
Gross YieldX.X%
Weekly Rent$XXX
SEIFA DecileX/10
Building ApprovalsXX dwellings
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Atlaso rates Whitfield as HOLD confidence for capital growth. In our out-of-sample testing, 90% of our STRONG BUY suburbs grew more than 8% annually. Our model analyses price trends, volume, demographics, and market conditions across Whitfield and 46 Australian cities to generate this rating.
What is the median house price in Whitfield?
The current median house price in Whitfield, qld is $508K, with annual growth of +32.0%. Properties sell in approximately 36 days.
How fast do properties sell in Whitfield?
Properties in Whitfield sell in 36 days on average. The market is currently rated Strong. This is in line with the broader market.
What is the growth outlook for Whitfield?
Atlaso's model analyses 23 structural signals including price history, volume trends, yields, and vacancy to rate Whitfield's growth potential. The model predicts whether a suburb is likely to outperform, not by how much. Our ratings have been validated across 46 Australian cities, with 90% of top-rated suburbs growing more than 8% a year.
What is the rental yield in Whitfield?
The gross rental yield for houses in Whitfield is 6.9%. This is above the national average, making it attractive for yield-focused investors.
Important: Atlaso provides general research information only and does not constitute personal financial advice, property advice, or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any property. Suburb scores, growth ratings, rental yield estimates, and market signals are based on quantitative models using historical data. They are not guarantees of future performance. Property values can fall as well as rise. You should seek independent licensed financial and property advice before making any investment decision. Atlaso Pty Ltd (ABN 84 696 036 469) is not a licensed financial adviser and does not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL).