Stuart Park
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Stuart Park, NT 0820.
About Stuart Park
Welcome to Stuart Park
Stuart Park sits just north of the Darwin CBD, a short hop along the harbour foreshore that makes it one of the most convenient inner-city addresses in the Northern Territory's capital. Wedged between Darwin City, Larrakeyah and Parap, with The Gardens and Woolner also close at hand, it's a suburb that trades on location as much as lifestyle, offering water glimpses, leafy streets and easy access to the city without the CBD price tag.
With a population of around 4,101 and a median age of 34, Stuart Park has a distinctly working-age, urban feel. It suits professionals who want to walk or cycle to the office, downsizers after low-maintenance living, and investors drawn to Darwin's rental market — all within a suburb small enough to feel like a community but connected enough to never feel remote.
Lifestyle & dining
Stuart Park's appeal lies in its proximity to Darwin's best-loved precincts rather than a single main street of its own. Parap is just next door with its famous Saturday markets, while the cafes, restaurants and bars of the CBD and the Cullen Bay and Darwin Waterfront precincts are a short drive or bike ride away. Locals also make good use of the Darwin Trail network and harbour foreshore paths that wind through and around the suburb, popular for early-morning walks and sunset views over the water.
Getting around
One of Stuart Park's biggest drawcards is how easy it is to get anywhere else. The suburb is only a few minutes from Darwin City by car, and Woolner and Larrakeyah are both immediate neighbours, making it simple to reach the port, the hospital precinct or the CBD's office and retail core. Bus routes connect Stuart Park to the wider Darwin network, and its flat, compact layout means walking and cycling are genuinely practical options for many daily trips, not just weekend recreation.
Schools & families
Families in the area are served by Stuart Park Primary School, a long-standing local school that gives younger children a genuine walk-to-school option. Secondary and further education options in nearby Darwin City and surrounding suburbs are all within easy reach, which, combined with the suburb's parks and foreshore access, makes Stuart Park a practical choice for families who want inner-city convenience without sacrificing green space.
Housing & architecture
The current listings mix tells the story of a suburb that has densified around its original housing stock: apartments and units make up 58% of listings, townhouses 20%, standalone houses 16% and vacant land the remaining 7%. This reflects Stuart Park's transition over recent decades from a suburb of Darwin bungalows and post-cyclone rebuilds to one increasingly dominated by low- and mid-rise apartment developments, particularly in the pockets closest to the water and the CBD boundary. Older elevated Darwin-style houses and townhouse complexes still sit alongside newer unit blocks, giving the suburb a varied streetscape.
The property market
Stuart Park's median house price sits at $712,000, having posted growth of 3.9% recently, while units and apartments — now the dominant dwelling type in the suburb — carry a median of $429,000. Median rent across the suburb is $770 a week, a figure that reflects strong demand for a location this close to the Darwin CBD. For buyers, the spread between house and unit prices means there's a meaningful entry point at both ends of the market, whether the goal is a freestanding home or a lower-maintenance apartment, while the current rental returns make it a suburb investors continue to watch closely.
Parks & recreation
Green space and water are constants in Stuart Park life. The foreshore reserves and harbour-side paths offer some of Darwin's best casual recreation, from fishing spots to shaded picnic areas, while nearby The Gardens takes its name from its proximity to Darwin's botanic gardens, giving residents an easy extension of parkland just beyond the suburb boundary. It's a suburb where a lunchtime walk by the water is part of the everyday rhythm rather than an occasional treat.
Market snapshot
Stuart Park property market
Median sale price
$712k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$770
per week
Gross rental yield
5.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$489k
Median
$712k
Premium
$1.03m
Days on market
61
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
30
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +3.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Stuart Park by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Stuart Park, NT 0820.
Population
4,101
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,278
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$1,980
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Stuart Park
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Stuart Park
$1m
7 Graham Street
Sold ~July 2026
$550k
1/12 Dinah Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.02m
6 Mary Street
Sold ~July 2026
$591k
8/18 Henry Street
Sold ~July 2026
$565k
102/31 Margaret Street
Sold ~July 2026
$490k
1/11 Queen Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.85m
32 Tipperary Court
Sold ~July 2026
$815k
9/17 Dinah Court
Sold ~July 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
Stuart Park suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Stuart Park?
The median unit price in Stuart Park, NT is $429k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.4%.
How much is rent in Stuart Park?
The median weekly rent in Stuart Park is around $620 per week.
Is Stuart Park a good place to live?
Stuart Park is an inner suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Stuart Park is an established residential suburb in NT, with a population of around 4,101 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Stuart Park?
Stuart Park has a population of 4,101 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Stuart Park?
There is 1 school in or near Stuart Park, including Stuart Park Primary School.
How long do homes take to sell in Stuart Park?
Properties in Stuart Park take around 55 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Stuart Park?
Entry-level properties in Stuart Park start around $348k, while premium homes reach $560k.
What suburbs are near Stuart Park?
Suburbs near Stuart Park include The Gardens, Woolner, Larrakeyah, Darwin City and Parap.
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