Narooma
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Narooma, NSW 2546.
About Narooma
Welcome to Narooma
Narooma sits on the Far South Coast of New South Wales, roughly four hours' drive south of Sydney and about two hours from Canberra, where the Wagonga Inlet meets the Pacific Ocean. It's a town built around water and coastline rather than a commute, with a working harbour, ocean pools and a famous natural breakwater at the mouth of the inlet that draws divers, anglers and holidaymakers year-round.
With a population of 2,731 and a median age of 58, Narooma has long appealed to retirees and tree-and-sea-changers seeking a slower pace, though its schools, boating culture and steady stream of visitors give it a broader, more grounded feel than a purely retirement town. It suits people after coastal living without the price tag or crowds of Sydney's beaches, and those happy to trade nightlife for headlands, fishing and a genuine small-town rhythm.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Narooma revolves around the water. Locals and visitors swim at the Bar Rock and Narooma ocean pools, launch boats into the Wagonga Inlet, or head out to Montague Island for seal and little penguin colonies just offshore. The town centre has a modest but reliable spread of cafes, pubs and seafood outlets, trading on the local fishing fleet that still operates from the harbour. It's not a dining destination in the way of larger regional centres, but what's there tends to be unpretentious and locally focused, which suits the town's character.
Shopping
Narooma's main street covers everyday needs well, with a supermarket, bakeries, pharmacies and a handful of independent retailers, plus a well-regarded local produce and craft market on Saturdays. For bigger shopping trips, residents typically head to Batemans Bay or Moruya, both within reasonable driving distance, while neighbouring Kianga and North Narooma remain largely residential with little commercial development of their own.
Getting around
Narooma is a car-dependent town, connected to the rest of the coast by the Princes Highway, which runs directly through it. There's no train line on the Far South Coast, so regional bus services and private vehicles do the heavy lifting for trips to Batemans Bay, Bega or up to Canberra and Sydney. A small local airport handles light aircraft, but most visitors and residents rely on the highway. Within the town itself, distances are short enough that many errands can be done on foot or by bike, particularly around the inlet and town centre.
Schools & families
Families are served locally by Narooma Public School and Narooma High School, giving the town a full run from kindergarten through to Year 12 without needing to travel elsewhere. While the median age of 58 points to a population skewed towards retirees and older residents, the presence of both schools reflects an ongoing base of local families, particularly in surrounding pockets like Kianga and North Narooma.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the ocean pools and inlet, Narooma is close to Eurobodalla National Park and the broader run of beaches, headlands and bushland that define this stretch of coast. Golfers have the Narooma Golf Club, cut into cliffs above the ocean and considered one of the more scenic courses in the state, while boating, fishing and diving remain the dominant pastimes thanks to easy access to both sheltered inlet water and open ocean.
The property market
Narooma's property market reflects its coastal, low-density character. The median house price sits at $875,000, having risen 10.8% recently, while units and apartments carry a median of $455,000, offering a notably cheaper entry point for buyers not wanting a standalone house. Median rent across the town is $570 a week. Current listings are dominated by houses (59%), with land making up 16%, apartments and units 15%, and townhouses the remaining 10%, giving buyers a reasonably broad mix to choose from, from vacant blocks for those wanting to build, through to established homes and lower-maintenance units.
Market snapshot
Narooma property market
Median sale price
$875k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$570
per week
Gross rental yield
3.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$726k
Median
$875k
Premium
$1.21m
Days on market
84
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
15
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Narooma by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Narooma, NSW 2546.
Population
2,731
residents (2021)
Median age
58
years
Household income
$926
median, per week
Median rent
$260
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
38%
stretched (>30%)
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Narooma
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Narooma
$435k
31 Dorothy Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.98m
18 Cove Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$906k
43 Riverside Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$390k
4/16 McMillan Road
Sold ~June 2026
$565k
4/19 Collins Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$675k
9 Tilba Street
Sold ~June 2026
$799k
28 Mcmillan Road
Sold ~June 2026
$995k
11 The Loop
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
Narooma suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Narooma?
The median unit price in Narooma, NSW is $455k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 11.7%.
How much is rent in Narooma?
The median weekly rent in Narooma is around $420 per week.
Is Narooma a good place to live?
Narooma is a town in the Australian state of New South Wales on the far south coast. Narooma is an established residential suburb in NSW, with a population of around 2,731 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Narooma?
Narooma has a population of 2,731 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 58.
What schools are in Narooma?
There are 2 schools in or near Narooma, including Narooma Public School and Narooma High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Narooma?
Properties in Narooma take around 88 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Narooma?
Entry-level properties in Narooma start around $361k, while premium homes reach $1.13m.
What suburbs are near Narooma?
Suburbs near Narooma include North Narooma and Kianga.
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