SA · 5035

Black Forest

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Black Forest, SA 5035.

Black Forest, SA 5035

About Black Forest

Welcome to Black Forest

Black Forest is an inner southern suburb of Adelaide, South Australia. It is located in the City of Unley, bounded by the Glenelg tram line (north-west), the Seaford railway line (south-east), South Road (west) and East Avenue (east).

Market snapshot

Black Forest property market

Median price ranks #3,077 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 19%

Median sale price

$610k

Unit · 2 bed

Median rent

$508

per week

Gross rental yield

4.3%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$454k

Median

$610k

Premium

$979k

Days on market

44

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

11

Median sold price trend · Unit 2 bed

Compound growth +17.7% / yr over 4 yrs

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Black Forest by dwelling type.

House67%
Apartment / Unit33%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Black Forest, SA 5035.

Population

1,982

residents (2021)

Median age

39

years

Household income

$1,664

median, per week

Median rent

$290

per week

Median mortgage

$1,733

per month

Mortgage / income

24%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Black Forest

Government school catchment

Black Forest Primary School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Black Forest

$1.80m

7 Gordon Road

house3 bd · 2 ba · 4 car

Sold ~July 2026

Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.

Explore the area

Properties & amenities in Black Forest

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Compare the area

Price map around Black Forest

Every listing for sale near Black Forest, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.

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Common questions

Black Forest suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Black Forest?

The median unit price in Black Forest, SA is $610k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 1.5%.

How much is rent in Black Forest?

The median weekly rent in Black Forest is around $508 per week.

Is Black Forest a good place to live?

Black Forest is an inner southern suburb of Adelaide, South Australia. Black Forest is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 1,982 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Black Forest?

Black Forest has a population of 1,982 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 39.

What schools are in Black Forest?

There is 1 school in or near Black Forest, including Black Forest Primary School.

How long do homes take to sell in Black Forest?

Properties in Black Forest take around 44 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Black Forest?

Entry-level properties in Black Forest start around $454k, while premium homes reach $979k.

What suburbs are near Black Forest?

Suburbs near Black Forest include Clarence Park, Millswood, Clarence Gardens, Glandore and Kurralta Park.