VIC · 3047

Jacana

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Jacana, VIC 3047.

Jacana, VIC 3047

About Jacana

Welcome to Jacana

Jacana is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 km (8.7 mi) north of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Hume local government area. Jacana recorded a population of 2,187 at the 2021 census.

Market snapshot

Jacana property market

Median price ranks #2,925 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 23%

Median sale price

$651k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

$520

per week

Gross rental yield

4.2%

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$519k

Median

$651k

Premium

$779k

Days on market

Auction clearance

81%

Sold this year

23

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +0.7% / yr over 4 yrs

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Jacana by dwelling type.

House85%
Apartment / Unit8%
Townhouse8%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Jacana, VIC 3047.

Population

2,187

residents (2021)

Median age

35

years

Household income

$1,387

median, per week

Median rent

$335

per week

Median mortgage

$1,517

per month

Mortgage / income

25%

comfortable

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

Education

Schools in Jacana

Government school catchment

Jacana School for Autism

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Recent results

Recently sold in Jacana

$703k

22 Hales Crescent

house5 bd · 3 ba · 3 car

Sold ~July 2026

$620k

39 Bliburg Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 2 car

Sold ~June 2026

$610k

11 Kinnaird Street

house3 bd · 1 ba · 3 car

Sold ~June 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 Jacana

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Compare the area

Price map around Jacana

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

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Common questions

Jacana suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Jacana?

The median house price in Jacana, VIC is $651k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 8.5%.

How much is rent in Jacana?

The median weekly rent in Jacana is around $520 per week.

Is Jacana a good place to live?

Jacana is a suburb in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 14 km (8.7 mi) north of Melbourne's Central Business District, located within the City of Hume local government area. Jacana is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 2,187 and 1 school in the area.

What is the population of Jacana?

Jacana has a population of 2,187 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.

What schools are in Jacana?

There is 1 school in or near Jacana, including Jacana School for Autism.

How much do you need to buy in Jacana?

Entry-level properties in Jacana start around $519k, while premium homes reach $779k.

What suburbs are near Jacana?

Suburbs near Jacana include Broadmeadows, Gladstone Park, Gowanbrae, Dallas and Attwood.