Ouyen
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ouyen, VIC 3490.
About Ouyen
Welcome to Ouyen
Ouyen sits in the Mallee region of north-west Victoria, roughly midway between Melbourne and Adelaide along the Calder Highway, some 450 kilometres from the state capital. It's the kind of town that punches above its weight as a service centre for the surrounding wheat, wool and sheep farming districts, with a compact, tidy main street and a population of around 1,170.
This is a suburb suited to those after a genuinely rural lifestyle — farmers, agricultural workers, tradespeople and retirees drawn to affordable living and a close-knit community. With a median age of 52, Ouyen has an established, settled feel, and its position as a crossroads town (where the Calder Highway meets routes to Murrayville and the Murray River towns) keeps it connected despite the distance from any capital city.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Ouyen moves at a rural pace. The main street carries the town's cafes, pubs and takeaway outlets, serving both locals and the steady stream of travellers passing through on the Calder Highway between Melbourne and Adelaide, or heading north to the Murray River. The Ouyen Roundabout, famously landscaped by the local community, has become a small point of pride and a photo stop for passers-through, reflecting the town's welcoming, do-it-yourself spirit.
Schools & families
Families in Ouyen are well served by Ouyen P-12 College, which takes students right through from prep to year 12, meaning local children can complete their entire schooling without leaving town. That's a significant drawcard for families weighing up a move to the district, removing the long bus trips or boarding-school decisions that many smaller Mallee towns face.
Getting around
Ouyen's location at the junction of the Calder Highway and other regional routes makes it an easy stop for road travellers, and most day-to-day needs are within easy walking or short driving distance given the town's compact layout. Public and community transport options are more limited than in metropolitan areas, so most residents rely on private vehicles, with Melbourne a journey of several hours by car.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Ouyen reflects its rural character, with detached homes on generous blocks typical of the town, many featuring the classic weatherboard and brick-veneer styles common across Mallee towns. Of current listings, 76% are houses and 24% are land, pointing to reasonable opportunity for those wanting to build as well as those after an established home.
The property market
Ouyen's property market remains highly accessible by state and national standards, with a median house price of $274,000. That affordability is paired with strong recent momentum, house prices having lifted by 15.4% recently, a notable move for a small regional market. For renters, the median weekly rent sits at $340, and with a modest population base, shifts in supply or demand can have a pronounced effect on both prices and rents, so buyers and investors alike should watch listing volumes closely.
Market snapshot
Ouyen property market
Median sale price
$274k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$340
per week
Gross rental yield
6.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$152k
Median
$274k
Premium
$392k
Days on market
41
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
12
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +16.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ouyen by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ouyen, VIC 3490.
Population
1,170
residents (2021)
Median age
52
years
Household income
$1,092
median, per week
Median rent
$165
per week
Median mortgage
$734
per month
Mortgage / income
16%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ouyen
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Ouyen
$360k
2 Gregory Street
Sold ~July 2026
$75k
23 Lawler Street
Sold ~July 2026
$549k
82-84 Oke 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 Ouyen
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Common questions
Ouyen suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ouyen?
The median house price in Ouyen, VIC is $274k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 15.4%.
How much is rent in Ouyen?
The median weekly rent in Ouyen is around $340 per week.
Is Ouyen a good place to live?
Ouyen is a town in the Rural City of Mildura, Victoria, Australia. Ouyen is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 1,170 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Ouyen?
Ouyen has a population of 1,170 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 52.
What schools are in Ouyen?
There is 1 school in or near Ouyen, including Ouyen P-12 College.
How long do homes take to sell in Ouyen?
Properties in Ouyen take around 41 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Ouyen?
Entry-level properties in Ouyen start around $152k, while premium homes reach $392k.
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