Howard Springs
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Howard Springs, NT 0835.
About Howard Springs
Welcome to Howard Springs
Howard Springs sits about 25 kilometres south-east of Darwin's CBD, in the rural belt that fringes the Top End's capital. It's a suburb defined by space – bush blocks, mango and lychee orchards, and a slower pace than the city, while still being close enough for a straightforward commute up the Stuart Highway.
This is acreage country, and it attracts a particular kind of buyer: families after room for kids, dogs and boats, tree-changers escaping suburban Darwin, and anyone who values privacy over proximity to a café strip. With a median age of 43 and a population of 3,153, it's a settled, established community rather than a transient one.
Housing & architecture
The Howard Springs housing stock is overwhelmingly detached, with houses making up 96% of current listings and the remainder classified as acreage or rural lifestyle properties. Blocks tend to be large by Darwin standards, often running to several acres, and homes are typically elevated, Top End-style builds designed to catch the breeze and cope with the wet season – think large verandahs, louvres and plenty of space underneath for parking, storage or a workshop.
Buyers here are generally after a rural lifestyle rather than a tightly planned estate, and that shows in the mix of established homesteads, newer builds and the odd hobby farm running mangoes, lychees or other tropical fruit.
The property market
The median house price in Howard Springs currently sits at $1.18 million, reflecting the premium attached to larger acreage holdings so close to Darwin. Growth has been flat over the recent period, at 0.0%, suggesting a market that has settled after previous movement rather than one currently running hot in either direction.
With listings dominated by houses on generous blocks, Howard Springs tends to draw a specific buyer pool – upgraders and rural lifestyle seekers – rather than investors chasing units or high-density stock, which keeps the market comparatively steady and less prone to sharp swings.
Getting around
Howard Springs is well positioned along the Stuart Highway corridor, making the drive into Darwin's CBD straightforward for commuters, and neighbouring Coolalinga is just up the road for anything you can't find locally. Public transport options are more limited than in inner Darwin, so most households rely on cars, and the rural block sizes here mean daily errands generally involve a drive rather than a walk.
For those working in Palmerston or Darwin, the highway access makes Howard Springs a workable base without giving up the space and quiet of a rural setting.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Howard Springs Primary School serving the immediate area and Good Shepherd Lutheran College offering a broader schooling option nearby. Combined with the larger blocks and quiet surrounds, this makes the suburb a popular choice for families wanting room for kids to roam without sacrificing access to decent schooling.
The nearby Coolalinga shopping and services precinct also takes some of the pressure off day-to-day family logistics, offering supermarkets and other essentials without a trip all the way into Darwin or Palmerston.
Lifestyle & dining and parks & recreation
The suburb's namesake, Howard Springs Nature Park, is one of the drawcards – a shaded, spring-fed swimming spot that's long been a favourite for locals escaping the Top End heat, along with walking trails through monsoon forest. It's the kind of natural amenity that suburban Darwin simply doesn't have, and it anchors much of the area's outdoor lifestyle.
Day-to-day shopping, dining and services are mostly found in neighbouring Coolalinga, which has grown into a convenient hub for the rural area, while Howard Springs itself retains its quieter, low-key character built around acreage living, home orchards and a strong sense of space.
Market snapshot
Howard Springs property market
Median sale price
$1.18m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$843k
Median
$1.18m
Premium
$1.85m
Days on market
69
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
13
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Howard Springs by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Howard Springs, NT 0835.
Population
3,153
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$2,560
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,388
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Howard Springs
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Howard Springs
$820k
140 Callistemon Road
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
15 Bowerbird Place
Sold ~July 2026
$20k
65 Edelsten 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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Common questions
Howard Springs suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Howard Springs?
The median house price in Howard Springs, NT is $1.18m for a 4-bedroom home.
Is Howard Springs a good place to live?
Howard Springs is a locality in the Northern Territory. Howard Springs is an established residential suburb in NT, with a population of around 3,153 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Howard Springs?
Howard Springs has a population of 3,153 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Howard Springs?
There are 2 schools in or near Howard Springs, including Good Shepherd Lutheran College and Howard Springs Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Howard Springs?
Properties in Howard Springs take around 69 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Howard Springs?
Entry-level properties in Howard Springs start around $843k, while premium homes reach $1.85m.
What suburbs are near Howard Springs?
Suburbs near Howard Springs include Coolalinga.
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