Murrumbateman
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Murrumbateman, NSW 2582.
About Murrumbateman
Welcome to Murrumbateman
Murrumbateman sits in the rolling country between Canberra and Yass, in the New South Wales Southern Tablelands, roughly 30 minutes' drive north of the national capital. Best known as the heart of the Canberra District wine region, it has grown from a small rural service centre into a sought-after semi-rural community without losing the paddocks, vineyards and wide skies that define it.
With a population of 3,607 and a median age of 40, Murrumbateman suits families and professionals wanting acreage, quiet and a genuine sense of place, while still being commutable to Canberra for work. It's a place for people who want a rural lifestyle block or a vineyard outlook rather than a suburban block, and who don't mind a drive for their weekly shop in exchange for space and scenery.
Lifestyle & dining
Murrumbateman's identity is closely tied to its cellar doors. The district's cool-climate wineries have made the area a genuine food-and-wine destination, with tasting rooms, vineyard restaurants and seasonal events drawing visitors up from Canberra and down from Yass most weekends. It's the kind of place where a Sunday drive naturally turns into lunch at a winery, and where the local rhythm follows the growing season as much as anything else.
Beyond the vines, life here is understated and community-minded. The Murrumbateman Field Days, local markets and the village's handful of cafes and pubs give residents a reason to gather, but for bigger nights out or a wider dining scene, most people head into Canberra.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Murrumbateman is dominated by larger rural residential and lifestyle blocks rather than conventional suburban lots, reflecting its semi-rural character. Homes tend to be newer builds designed to make the most of the landscape — think verandahs, sheds and paddocks alongside the house — and many properties back onto or adjoin vineyard land.
Of current listings, houses make up around 66% of the market and vacant land the remaining 34%, which points to an area still actively building out. That land component is notable for a suburb of this size, and it means buyers have a genuine choice between an established home and a blank canvas to design and build on their own acreage.
The property market
The median house price in Murrumbateman sits at $1.30 million, reflecting the premium attached to larger landholdings and the district's wine-country appeal. Prices have eased recently, with growth of -5.5% over the past year, suggesting the market has cooled somewhat after a strong run and may now offer more room for negotiation than in previous years.
With a third of listings being land rather than completed dwellings, buyers have meaningful scope to build new, which can be an attractive option for those wanting a custom home suited to acreage living rather than competing for existing houses.
Getting around
Murrumbateman's location just off the Barton Highway is its biggest practical drawcard, putting Canberra within roughly half an hour's drive and Yass only a short trip further north. There's no rail service to the village, so a car is essential for commuting, school runs and shopping alike, and most residents build their routines around the highway link to the capital.
Within the village itself, distances are short and the roads quiet, but this is very much a driving community — deliveries, trades and daily errands all factor in the time to reach Canberra, Yass or nearby Murrumbatemen-adjacent townships.
Schools & families
Families in the area are served locally by Murrumbateman Public School, a community-focused primary school that anchors the village's family life and school-based events. For secondary schooling, most families look to options in Canberra or Yass, factoring the drive into their weekly routine.
With a median age of 40, Murrumbateman skews towards established families and professionals rather than young singles, and the acreage lifestyle tends to appeal particularly to those wanting space for kids, animals or hobby farming alongside a manageable commute.
Market snapshot
Murrumbateman property market
Median sale price
$1.30m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.02m
Median
$1.30m
Premium
$1.79m
Days on market
78
Auction clearance
25%
Sold this year
22
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +0.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Murrumbateman by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Murrumbateman, NSW 2582.
Population
3,607
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$3,348
median, per week
Median rent
$528
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
18%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Murrumbateman
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Murrumbateman
$990k
21 Oak Grove
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
9 Broughton Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$1.50m
2 Charolais Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
2 Vallance Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.45m
30 West Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.27m
3 Scrubby Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$590k
10 Sylvia Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.35m
28b Hercules Street
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 Murrumbateman
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Common questions
Murrumbateman suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Murrumbateman?
The median house price in Murrumbateman, NSW is $1.30m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 5.5%.
Is Murrumbateman a good place to live?
Murrumbateman is a town in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia. Murrumbateman is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 3,607 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Murrumbateman?
Murrumbateman has a population of 3,607 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Murrumbateman?
There is 1 school in or near Murrumbateman, including Murrumbateman Public School.
How long do homes take to sell in Murrumbateman?
Properties in Murrumbateman take around 78 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 25%.
How much do you need to buy in Murrumbateman?
Entry-level properties in Murrumbateman start around $1.02m, while premium homes reach $1.79m.
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