Rosebery
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Rosebery, NT 0832.
About Rosebery
Welcome to Rosebery
Rosebery sits in Darwin's southern growth corridor, part of the Palmerston area and within easy reach of the Stuart Highway for commuters heading into the Darwin CBD. It's a suburb built largely in the 2000s and 2010s, which gives it a distinctly modern, master-planned feel compared to some of the older pockets of the greater Darwin region.
With a population of just over 4,100 and a median age of 30, Rosebery has become a magnet for young families and first-home buyers looking for newer housing stock without the price tag of inner Darwin. It sits alongside Zuccoli, Bellamack, Bakewell, Woodroffe and Moulden, all part of the same broader Palmerston growth story, giving residents plenty of nearby amenity while retaining its own neighbourhood identity.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Rosebery tends to revolve around family routines, local parks and the conveniences that come with a well-planned suburb. It's not a suburb known for a dedicated café strip of its own, but residents have easy access to the retail and dining precincts of neighbouring Palmerston suburbs, including Bakewell and Woodroffe, where takeaway options, casual eateries and everyday services fill the gap. The pace here suits people who want quiet streets and quick trips to amenities rather than a bustling entertainment scene on the doorstep.
Shopping
For bigger shopping needs, Rosebery residents typically head into Palmerston's wider retail network, with Bakewell and Woodroffe both offering local shopping centres and everyday retail within a short drive. This gives the suburb a practical, low-fuss shopping rhythm — quick for groceries and essentials, with Palmerston's larger centres covering the rest.
Getting around
Rosebery's location just off the Stuart Highway makes it a straightforward commute into Palmerston's centre and onward to Darwin, roughly half an hour's drive depending on traffic. Buses connect the suburb to greater Palmerston and Darwin's public transport network, making it workable for residents without a car, though like much of the Top End, having your own vehicle makes day-to-day life considerably easier given the spread-out nature of the region.
Schools & families
Rosebery Primary School serves as the suburb's own educational anchor, giving local families a school within walking distance for many streets. The suburb's young median age of 30 reflects its popularity with families and younger couples, and the surrounding suburbs of Zuccoli and Bellamack add further options for schooling and childcare as children grow older.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Rosebery is predominantly modern, reflecting the suburb's development in recent decades. Current listings show a mix of around 68% houses, 28% apartments or units and 4% land, giving buyers a reasonable spread of options from low-maintenance units to family-sized houses on suburban blocks. Expect contemporary brick-and-render designs, elevated homes suited to the Top End climate, and layouts geared toward outdoor living and airflow.
The property market
Rosebery's property market has been on a strong run, with house prices climbing 17.1% recently to a median of $738,000, while units sit at a more accessible median of $379,000. Median weekly rent of $800 points to solid rental demand, likely underpinned by the suburb's younger population and proximity to Palmerston's employment and services. For buyers priced out of Darwin's inner suburbs, Rosebery offers newer housing stock and room for further growth, while investors are likely drawn by the combination of rental demand and recent capital gains.
Market snapshot
Rosebery property market
Median sale price
$738k
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
5.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$646k
Median
$738k
Premium
$851k
Days on market
51
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
52
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +6.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Rosebery by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Rosebery, NT 0832.
Population
4,127
residents (2021)
Median age
30
years
Household income
$2,397
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$2,128
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Rosebery
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Rosebery
$680k
5 Callie Court
Sold ~July 2026
$746k
82 Flametree Circuit
Sold ~July 2026
$955k
57 Wood Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$780k
12 Yirra Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$780k
38 Wood Crescent
Sold ~June 2026
$629k
22 Juma Place
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
Rosebery suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Rosebery?
The median house price in Rosebery, NT is $738k for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.1%.
How much is rent in Rosebery?
The median weekly rent in Rosebery is around $800 per week.
Is Rosebery a good place to live?
Rosebery is an outer southern suburb of Palmerston. Rosebery is an established residential suburb in NT, with a population of around 4,127 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Rosebery?
Rosebery has a population of 4,127 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 30.
What schools are in Rosebery?
There is 1 school in or near Rosebery, including Rosebery Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Rosebery?
Properties in Rosebery take around 51 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Rosebery?
Entry-level properties in Rosebery start around $646k, while premium homes reach $851k.
What suburbs are near Rosebery?
Suburbs near Rosebery include Zuccoli, Bellamack, Bakewell, Woodroffe and Moulden.
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