Gordon
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Gordon, ACT 2906.
About Gordon
Welcome to Gordon
Gordon sits in the heart of Tuggeranong, one of Canberra's southernmost districts, roughly 25 kilometres from the city centre. It's a suburb built firmly around family life, with wide streets, generous blocks and a layout that favours quiet cul-de-sacs over through-traffic — the sort of place where kids still ride bikes to school and the loop track behind the house sees more action than the freeway.
With a population of just under 7,900 and a median age of 38, Gordon skews toward established families and long-term residents, though its housing stock and price point also draw first-home buyers priced out of Canberra's inner south. Bordered by Banks, Conder, Calwell, Theodore and Bonython, it's squarely part of the broader Tuggeranong community, sharing amenities and a laid-back, suburban rhythm with its neighbours.
Housing & architecture
Gordon's streetscape is dominated by detached houses, which make up around 81% of current listings, with townhouses filling out the remaining 19%. Most homes date from the suburb's development in the late 1980s and 1990s, meaning buyers will find a fairly consistent run of brick-veneer and rendered single and double-storey houses on decent-sized blocks, many with room for a pool, shed or side access — practical rather than architecturally flashy, and well suited to families who want space over style.
The more recent townhouse developments have added some variety and a lower-maintenance option for downsizers or younger buyers, but the suburb's identity remains firmly residential and low-density, with established gardens and mature street trees softening the original 1980s planning.
The property market
Gordon's median house price currently sits at $745,000, having posted growth of 4.4% recently — a solid result that reflects steady demand for family-sized homes in Tuggeranong's more affordable pocket. For renters, the median asking rent is $625 a week, a figure that points to healthy investor interest and consistent tenant demand in a suburb where owner-occupiers still dominate.
Compared with Canberra's inner suburbs, Gordon offers noticeably more house and land for the money, which continues to appeal to buyers moving out from Woden, Weston Creek or the inner south in search of a bigger backyard. The suburb's mix of established houses and a smaller pool of newer townhouses gives buyers some choice between turnkey low-maintenance living and the classic quarter-acre family home.
Schools & families
Gordon Primary School serves as the local public option right in the suburb, giving many families the convenience of a genuine walk-to-school setup. Covenant Christian School, also based in Gordon, adds an independent option catering from early years through to senior secondary, and draws families from across Tuggeranong.
With a median age of 38 and a strong share of detached family homes, Gordon functions as a genuine family suburb — the kind of place where backyards, nearby ovals and short trips to school factor heavily into daily life.
Getting around
Gordon is well served by Tuggeranong's local bus network, with services connecting into the Tuggeranong Town Centre interchange, the district's hub for onward buses to Woden, the City and beyond via Canberra's rapid routes. Cookalie Ridge and Johnson Drive are among the arterial roads linking Gordon efficiently to neighbouring Calwell, Theodore, Bonython and Conder, as well as to the Monaro Highway for those heading further south or into the city.
Most residents rely on cars for the daily commute, given Gordon's distance from central Canberra, but the suburb's internal layout — short streets feeding onto a handful of collector roads — keeps local trips to shops, schools and parks straightforward.
Parks & recreation
Tuggeranong's open spaces are a drawcard here, with Gordon backing onto pockets of native bushland and open grassland typical of the district's planning, plus local ovals and playgrounds scattered through the suburb for weekend sport and family outings. The nearby Murrumbidgee River corridor and the trails around Lanyon are within easy reach for those wanting a longer walk, ride or picnic outside the immediate neighbourhood.
Closer to home, Gordon's shared paths and green corridors link directly to Calwell and Theodore, making it easy to walk or cycle between suburbs without touching a main road — a feature many Tuggeranong residents cite as one of the area's quieter strengths.
Market snapshot
Gordon property market
Median sale price
$745k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$625
per week
Gross rental yield
4.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$620k
Median
$745k
Premium
$945k
Days on market
33
Auction clearance
84%
Sold this year
85
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +1.4% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Gordon by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Gordon, ACT 2906.
Population
7,892
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$2,321
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
19%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Gordon
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Gordon
$730k
56 Sherwood Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
1/48 Knoke Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.11m
67 Woodfull Loop
Sold ~July 2026
$845k
23 Charlton Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$740k
66 Mina Wylie Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$640k
7/23 Kellick Place
Sold ~July 2026
$920k
184 Knoke Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.04m
15 Rollins Place
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
Gordon suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Gordon?
The median house price in Gordon, ACT is $745k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 4.4%.
How much is rent in Gordon?
The median weekly rent in Gordon is around $625 per week.
Is Gordon a good place to live?
Gordon is a suburb in the Canberra, Australia district of Tuggeranong. Gordon is an established residential suburb in ACT, with a population of around 7,892 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Gordon?
Gordon has a population of 7,892 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Gordon?
There are 2 schools in or near Gordon, including Covenant Christian School and Gordon Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Gordon?
Properties in Gordon take around 33 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 84%.
How much do you need to buy in Gordon?
Entry-level properties in Gordon start around $620k, while premium homes reach $945k.
What suburbs are near Gordon?
Suburbs near Gordon include Banks, Conder, Calwell, Theodore and Bonython.
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