Cowra
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Cowra, NSW 2794.
About Cowra
Welcome to Cowra
Cowra sits in the Central West of New South Wales, on the banks of the Lachlan River, roughly a three-and-a-half-hour drive west of Sydney via the Mid-Western Highway. It's the commercial and social hub for the surrounding farming district, offering a genuine country-town lifestyle without feeling isolated from the wider region.
With a population of about 10,145 and a median age of 46, Cowra has the settled, family-oriented feel of a town where people tend to put down roots. It suits buyers after space, a slower pace and real value for money, from young families and tree-changers to retirees drawn by the district's history, wineries and river frontage.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Cowra revolves around the Lachlan River and the town's compact centre, where cafes, pubs and a handful of good regional restaurants cater to both locals and the steady flow of visitors drawn by the town's wartime history and cool-climate wine region. The Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre, built to commemorate the 1944 Cowra Breakout, is one of the town's defining attractions and a point of quiet pride for residents.
Weekends tend to be spent along the riverbank, at local sporting clubs, or driving out to the surrounding vineyards and orchards that have made Cowra known well beyond the Central West. It's an unpretentious lifestyle, built around community events, agricultural shows and a strong sense of local identity.
Schools & families
Families are well served for a town of this size, with a good spread of primary options including Cowra Public School, Mulyan Public School, Holmwood Public School and St Raphael's Catholic School Cowra. Holman Place School and OneSchool Global NSW - Cowra add further choice, including for families seeking faith-based or alternative schooling approaches.
The range and quality of local schooling is a big part of why Cowra continues to attract young families looking to move out of the bigger regional centres, without sacrificing access to solid education options for their children.
Getting around
Cowra is well positioned at the junction of several regional routes, with the Mid-Western Highway and Lachlan Valley Way both passing through, making it a practical base for those who need to travel around the Central West for work. Sydney is roughly a three-and-a-half-hour drive, while Orange, Bathurst and Young are all within easy reach for shopping, medical services or connecting to rail and coach services.
Within the town itself, distances are short and most amenities, schools and sporting facilities are an easy drive or bike ride from home. A local coach network links Cowra to nearby towns and larger regional centres for those without their own transport.
The property market
Cowra's property market remains firmly in reach for first-home buyers, upsizers and investors alike, with a median house price of $440,000 following recent growth of 4.3%. Median rent sits at $415 a week, reflecting solid rental demand relative to the town's price point.
Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 74% of stock, with land sales accounting for a further 23% — a sign of ongoing new-build activity on the town's fringes. Townhouses and apartments or units are scarce, each representing just 1% of listings, which keeps established houses and vacant blocks the main focus for most buyers in the area.
Housing & architecture
Cowra's housing stock reflects its long history as a farming and service town, with a mix of classic weatherboard and brick-veneer cottages in the older streets close to the centre, and newer brick and colorbond homes on larger blocks around the town's edges. The strong share of land listings points to continued demand for new builds, particularly from families wanting bigger yards and modern floorplans at a price well below metropolitan equivalents.
Buyers looking for character will find it in the established pockets nearer the river and town centre, while those chasing new construction have reasonable choice on the outskirts, where subdivisions continue to release fresh blocks.
Market snapshot
Cowra property market
Median sale price
$440k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$415
per week
Gross rental yield
4.9%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$300k
Median
$440k
Premium
$680k
Days on market
49
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
101
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Cowra by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Cowra, NSW 2794.
Population
10,145
residents (2021)
Median age
46
years
Household income
$1,107
median, per week
Median rent
$230
per week
Median mortgage
$1,235
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Cowra
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Cowra
$415k
6 Macassar Street
Sold ~July 2026
$390k
8 Baronga Street
Sold ~July 2026
$372k
17 Parkes Street
Sold ~July 2026
$385k
5 Main Street
Sold ~July 2026
$800k
6 Yaldara Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$495k
35 Brougham Street
Sold ~June 2026
$400k
6128 Lachlan Valley Way
Sold ~June 2026
$630k
75 Cowra Road
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Properties & amenities in Cowra
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Price map around Cowra
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Common questions
Cowra suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Cowra?
The median house price in Cowra, NSW is $440k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 4.3%.
How much is rent in Cowra?
The median weekly rent in Cowra is around $415 per week.
Is Cowra a good place to live?
Cowra is a town in the Central West region of New South Wales, Australia. Cowra is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 10,145 and 7 schools in the area.
What is the population of Cowra?
Cowra has a population of 10,145 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 46.
What schools are in Cowra?
There are 7 schools in or near Cowra, including Holman Place School, St Raphael's Catholic School Cowra and Cowra Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Cowra?
Properties in Cowra take around 49 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Cowra?
Entry-level properties in Cowra start around $300k, while premium homes reach $680k.
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