Coombs
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Coombs, ACT 2611.
About Coombs
Welcome to Coombs
Coombs is one of the newest suburbs in Canberra's Molonglo Valley district, tucked into the capital's south-west roughly 12 kilometres from the CBD. Bordered by Wright, Holder, Weston, Duffy and Rivett, it sits at the edge of established Woden Valley suburbs while still feeling like a fresh, purpose-built pocket of the city, with the Molonglo River corridor and nature reserves forming a green edge along its southern boundary.
With a population of 4,851 and a median age of just 30, Coombs has become a magnet for young professionals, couples and families looking for contemporary housing close to established infrastructure without the price tag of the inner north or south. It's a suburb still finding its final shape, with new streets and dwellings continuing to fill in around its town centre, parks and school.
Housing & architecture
Coombs is defined by its modern, medium-density built form. Current listings show the suburb is dominated by townhouses (45%) and apartments or units (43%), with standalone houses making up just 11% of the mix and a small remainder of vacant land still available to build on. Streetscapes favour contemporary designs, with clean-lined townhouse rows, courtyard homes and low-rise apartment buildings arranged around shared open spaces and pedestrian paths.
This is very much a suburb built with density and walkability in mind, rather than the classic quarter-acre block. Buyers looking for a traditional freestanding house have fewer options here than in older neighbours like Weston or Rivett, but those after low-maintenance, energy-efficient homes with a lock-up-and-leave lifestyle will find Coombs well suited to that brief.
The property market
Coombs' median house price currently sits at $735,000, with units and apartments considerably more affordable at a median of $504,000. Rents average $700 a week, reflecting solid demand from tenants drawn to the suburb's newer housing stock and proximity to the Woden and Weston Creek employment areas. House prices have grown 4.1% recently, a sign the suburb continues to mature and attract steady buyer interest as its town centre and amenity fill out.
Given the dwelling mix, most transactions here involve townhouses and units rather than standalone houses, which suits first-home buyers, downsizers and investors chasing rental yield. Compared with longer-established Molonglo Valley and Weston Creek suburbs, Coombs offers relatively accessible entry prices for buyers wanting to be within the same broader precinct.
Getting around
Coombs is well connected to the rest of Canberra via Cotter Road and John Gorton Drive, which link through to Woden and on to Parliamentary Triangle routes into the city centre, about a 15 to 20 minute drive away. Local and rapid bus services run through the suburb, connecting residents to the Woden interchange, where onward buses and the light rail network extension provide further options into town.
For those who prefer to walk or cycle, shared paths connect Coombs to neighbouring Wright, Holder and the Molonglo River corridor, making it easy to reach nearby shops, schools and open space without a car. The suburb's compact, grid-like street layout also keeps most day-to-day trips short.
Schools & families
Charles Weston School, a public school catering from early childhood through to year six, serves the local community and is a drawcard for young families moving into the area. Its presence, combined with new playgrounds, parks and the suburb's youthful population, has helped Coombs build a genuine sense of community despite its relatively recent development.
Families after secondary options typically look to schools in nearby Weston Creek and Woden Valley suburbs, with Coombs' central position in the Molonglo Valley making the daily school run to Duffy, Rivett or Weston straightforward.
Parks & recreation
Open space is a strong feature of life in Coombs, with the suburb backing onto the Molonglo River Reserve and its network of walking and cycling trails. Local parks, playgrounds and landscaped common areas are woven through the residential blocks, giving residents easy access to green space without having to travel far.
The nearby Stromlo Forest Park, just a short drive away, adds mountain biking trails, a golf course and outdoor event space to the mix, making the wider area popular with active, outdoors-minded residents.
Shopping & lifestyle
Coombs has its own small local shopping precinct catering to everyday needs, with residents also drawing on the more established retail and dining options in neighbouring Weston and the broader Woden Town Centre, which offers major supermarkets, specialty stores and a cinema. Cafes and eateries continue to open as the suburb's town centre develops further.
For bigger shopping trips or a wider choice of restaurants and bars, Coombs residents are within easy reach of the Cooleman Court shopping centre in Weston and the Woden precinct, keeping the suburb well positioned despite its still-developing local strip.
Market snapshot
Coombs property market
Median sale price
$735k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$700
per week
Gross rental yield
5.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$660k
Median
$735k
Premium
$983k
Days on market
64
Auction clearance
57%
Sold this year
70
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Coombs by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Coombs, ACT 2611.
Population
4,851
residents (2021)
Median age
30
years
Household income
$2,634
median, per week
Median rent
$480
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
18%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Coombs
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Coombs
$490k
68/2 Newchurch Street
Sold ~July 2026
$529k
1/43 Arthur Blakeley Way
Sold ~July 2026
$690k
28/21 Bakewell Street
Sold ~July 2026
$545k
18/120 John Gorton Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$895k
25/1 Gifford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$595k
17 Harold White Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$632k
105/2 Woodberry Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$540k
19/200 John Gorton Drive
Sold ~July 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Coombs suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Coombs?
The median house price in Coombs, ACT is $735k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 4.1%.
How much is rent in Coombs?
The median weekly rent in Coombs is around $700 per week.
Is Coombs a good place to live?
Coombs is a suburb in the Molonglo Valley district of Canberra, located within the Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Coombs is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 4,851 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Coombs?
Coombs has a population of 4,851 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 30.
What schools are in Coombs?
There is 1 school in or near Coombs, including Charles Weston School.
How long do homes take to sell in Coombs?
Properties in Coombs take around 64 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 57%.
How much do you need to buy in Coombs?
Entry-level properties in Coombs start around $660k, while premium homes reach $983k.
What suburbs are near Coombs?
Suburbs near Coombs include Wright, Holder, Weston, Duffy and Rivett.
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