North Hobart
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for North Hobart, TAS 7000.
About North Hobart
Welcome to North Hobart
North Hobart sits just north of the Hobart CBD, close enough to walk or cycle into the city centre in around fifteen minutes, and wedged between Mount Stuart, Glebe and West Hobart. It's long been regarded as one of Hobart's most food-obsessed pockets, built around the restaurant-and-café strip of Elizabeth Street, and it draws a mix of young professionals, downsizers and long-term locals who like being able to walk to dinner.
With a population of around 2,600 and a median age of 35, it's a suburb that skews younger than many inner-Hobart addresses, while still holding on to a good stock of heritage housing. It suits people who want inner-city convenience without the price tag or bustle of Battery Point, and who don't mind trading a big backyard for a shorter commute and a longer list of restaurant options.
Lifestyle & dining
North Hobart's reputation rests heavily on its Elizabeth Street strip, one of the most concentrated eat-streets in Tasmania, packed with restaurants, bars, an independent cinema and cafés that draw people in from across the city. It's the kind of place where a Friday night out doesn't require a car, and where locals tend to have a favourite noodle bar or wine bar within a five-minute walk of home.
The suburb's proximity to Hobart and Battery Point means residents also have the city's galleries, waterfront and larger retail precincts close at hand, but North Hobart has enough going on locally that many people rarely need to leave the neighbourhood for a good night out.
Getting around
North Hobart's biggest practical advantage is distance: the CBD is an easy walk, cycle or short bus ride away, which cuts out the commute headaches that affect much of greater Hobart. Elizabeth Street itself is a well-served bus corridor, linking the suburb efficiently to the city and to northern suburbs beyond.
For drivers, the suburb's inner-city position means quick access to the Brooker Highway and onward connections, though like much of Hobart, on-street parking around the main strip can be tight during busy dinner hours.
Schools & families
Families in North Hobart have a solid spread of educational options nearby. Campbell Street Primary School serves the local public-school catchment, while Lambert School offers an alternative approach for younger years. The Friends' School, including its Argyle Street Campus, is close by and is one of Hobart's better-known independent schools, and Elizabeth College provides senior secondary options for the area.
While North Hobart is more apartment-and-cottage territory than a classic leafy family suburb, its walkability and school access still make it workable for younger families, particularly those who value being close to the city over having a large block.
Housing & architecture
The streetscape is a mix of Victorian and Federation-era cottages, workers' cottages and infill apartments, giving North Hobart a more textured, historic feel than many newer suburbs. Current listings show houses make up about 62% of the market, with apartments and units at 35% and a small share of townhouses at 3%, reflecting that gradual layering of old and new housing stock.
Buyers after a freestanding heritage home and those after a low-maintenance apartment both have reasonable choice here, which is part of what gives the suburb its varied, lived-in character compared with some of its more uniformly grand neighbours like Battery Point.
The property market
North Hobart's property market reflects its popularity as an inner-city address: the median house price sits at $930,000, with units and apartments considerably more affordable at a median of $800,000. House prices have grown by 6.8% recently, a solid result that underlines ongoing demand for the suburb's walkable, dining-rich lifestyle.
Renters are looking at a median of $650 a week, a figure that speaks to the premium placed on proximity to the city and to Elizabeth Street. For buyers, the split between houses and apartments in the current market gives some flexibility between chasing a period cottage or a lower-maintenance unit, with neighbouring Glebe and West Hobart offering useful points of price comparison for those weighing up the area.
Parks & recreation
While North Hobart isn't defined by sprawling green space, its position gives residents easy access to the slopes of Mount Stuart and the surrounding hills for walking, as well as the broader network of parks and reserves that ring inner Hobart. The nearby Queens Domain and the city's waterfront are both within easy reach for a run, walk or weekend outing.
Locally, the suburb's own character reserves and street plantings, combined with its walkable layout, mean daily life leans more towards café culture and footpath living than formal recreation grounds, which suits residents who prioritise lifestyle amenity over backyard space.
Market snapshot
North Hobart property market
Median sale price
$930k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$763k
Median
$930k
Premium
$1.41m
Days on market
12
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
16
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +0.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in North Hobart by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for North Hobart, TAS 7000.
Population
2,600
residents (2021)
Median age
35
years
Household income
$1,823
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$1,820
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in North Hobart
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
The Friends' School - Argyle Street Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in North Hobart
$790k
27 Smith Street
Sold ~July 2026
$875k
304/431 Elizabeth Street
Sold ~July 2026
$895k
16 Letitia 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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North Hobart suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in North Hobart?
The median house price in North Hobart, TAS is $930k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 6.8%.
How much is rent in North Hobart?
The median weekly rent in North Hobart is around $650 per week.
Is North Hobart a good place to live?
North Hobart is a suburb of the city of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. North Hobart is an established residential suburb in TAS, with a population of around 2,600 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of North Hobart?
North Hobart has a population of 2,600 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.
What schools are in North Hobart?
There are 5 schools in or near North Hobart, including Lambert School, The Friends' School and The Friends' School - Argyle Street Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in North Hobart?
Properties in North Hobart take around 12 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in North Hobart?
Entry-level properties in North Hobart start around $763k, while premium homes reach $1.41m.
What suburbs are near North Hobart?
Suburbs near North Hobart include Mount Stuart, Glebe, West Hobart, Hobart and Battery Point.
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