Hurstville Real Estate Specialist | Michael Kalinovski
St George's Major Hub | High-Growth Unit & House Market
Hurstville (2220) is the beating heart of the St George region – a major transport, retail and dining hub with one of Sydney's most active unit markets and a tightly held house sector. Just 16km south of the Sydney CBD, it combines high-rise living around the centre with established family streets and parks tucked away from the buzz.
As a Hurstville real estate specialist with over 25 years of local experience, Michael Kalinovski helps owners and investors understand what's really driving prices here – using CoreLogic suburb statistics to March 2026 and decades of on-the-ground insight.
Hurstville Market Data – 2026 Snapshot
From the latest CoreLogic report (prepared 2 March 2026):
$2,016,139
+8.2% annual growth
$780,726
+5.4% annual growth
134
120 new listings
502
319 new listings
Listing Activity
Price Quartiles (Past 12 Months)
Houses
Units
Michael's 2026 Hurstville Market Commentary
“Hurstville is one of the most liquid markets in the St George region, with around 134 house and over 500 unit sales per year. Houses are sitting around $2.0M and units around $780K, with days on market at about 40 days for houses and under 30 days for units. It's a classic example of a true regional centre: plenty of stock, strong demand and steady growth.
Hurstville House & Unit Growth (2017–2026)
Houses – Median Value
Annual change to Jan 2026: +8.2%
Units – Median Value
Annual change to Jan 2026: +5.4%
For owners, this long-term view shows how Hurstville has pushed through multiple market cycles and still delivered strong capital growth across both houses and units.
Hurstville Demographics
From ABS and CoreLogic:
Population Growth
29,822 → 31,162
+4.5% (2016–2021)
Predominant Age
20–29 years
Young professionals & students
Owner-Occupied
49.1%
Down from 51.6% (2016)
Household Structure
41.2% Couples with children
40.0% Childless couples
15.3% Single parents
This mix of younger adults, professionals and families underpins strong demand for both central apartments and family homes on quieter streets.
Why Sell in Hurstville with Michael?
Hurstville is a numbers-heavy market – your agent needs to understand the data and the story behind it.
Who's buying in Hurstville?
- Young professionals and students who want to live close to the station, Westfield and the commercial centre.
- Families seeking larger apartments or houses within walking distance of schools and parks.
- Investors attracted by high rental demand and ~5% unit yields.
Key price bands
Houses
Most activity between $1M–$2M (50 sales) and above $2M (81 sales).
Units
The core of the market is $600K–$800K (234 sales) and $800K–$1M (164 sales) in the past year.
Michael uses these price bands and CoreLogic data to:
Position your property correctly from day one.
Justify your price expectation to buyers with hard numbers.
Design campaigns that speak directly to Hurstville's most active buyer groups.
Lifestyle & Amenities in Hurstville
Hurstville combines a busy commercial centre with hidden residential pockets and parks:
Shopping & Dining
- • Westfield Hurstville and surrounding retail strip
- • Large choice of restaurants and cafes
- • Multicultural dining options
Schools
- • Hurstville Public School
- • Hurstville South Public School
- • Sydney Technical High School
- • Bethany College and private options
Parks & Recreation
- • Hurstville Oval
- • Woodville Park and Kempt Field
- • Georges River area golf courses
- • Sports facilities
Transport
- • Hurstville Station (Illawarra Line)
- • Frequent trains to CBD
- • Major bus interchange
- • King Georges Rd & M5 access
Why Buy or Invest in Hurstville?
For owner-occupiers
- Units offer central convenience and modern living close to shops, schools and transport.
- Houses provide space and long-term growth potential, especially in quieter streets away from the commercial core.
For investors
Unit Median Value
~$781K
Unit Median Rent
~$720/wk
Unit Rental Yields
~5.0%
Annual Rent Growth
+2.9%
Large number of unit rentals (752 rental observations over 12 months) confirms consistent tenant demand.
Hurstville's combination of high transaction volumes, solid yields and capital growth makes it a key suburb for building a portfolio in Sydney's south.
Real Estate Services in Hurstville
Sell Property in Hurstville
End-to-end campaign design using live CoreLogic suburb data, professional marketing and negotiation to maximise your sale price.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Hurstville
What is the median house price in Hurstville 2220?
As of January 2026 (CoreLogic data), the median house value in Hurstville is $2,016,139 with 8.2% annual growth. Houses are selling within 40 days on average, with 134 house sales in the past 12 months.
What is the median unit price in Hurstville?
The median unit value in Hurstville is $780,726 as of January 2026, with 5.4% annual growth. Units typically sell within 28 days, with over 500 unit sales annually making it one of the most liquid unit markets in St George.
Is Hurstville good for investors in 2026?
Yes. CoreLogic data to January 2026 shows unit yields around 5.0% with a median rent of $720/week and a median value of $780,726, plus strong rental demand (over 750 rental observations in the past year). Houses have a median value of $2,016,139 with annual capital growth of around 8.2%. Combined with Hurstville's role as a transport and commercial hub, this makes it a solid choice for long-term investors.
Why choose Michael Kalinovski to sell in Hurstville?
Michael Kalinovski has 25+ years of experience in the St George region and understands Hurstville's numbers-heavy market. He uses CoreLogic data to position properties correctly, justify prices to buyers, and design campaigns targeting Hurstville's most active buyer groups across the $1M-$2M+ house and $600K-$1M unit price bands.
Ready to Make Your Move in Hurstville?
Whether you're selling, buying or investing in Hurstville 2220, Michael Kalinovski brings 25+ years of St George expertise and data-driven insights to help you achieve the best outcome.