Windsor Gardens
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Windsor Gardens, SA 5087.
About Windsor Gardens
Welcome to Windsor Gardens
Windsor Gardens sits in Adelaide's north-eastern suburbs, roughly eight kilometres from the CBD, tucked between the established communities of Hillcrest, Holden Hill, Oakden, Gilles Plains and Dernancourt. It's a suburb built largely in the post-war decades, with tree-lined streets, generous blocks and a settled, family-friendly feel that has made it a quiet favourite for buyers who want proximity to the city without inner-suburban prices.
With a population of 5,827 and a median age of 36, Windsor Gardens skews toward young and established families as well as long-term residents who've watched the area mature. It suits people after a practical, well-located base — close to the O-Bahn corridor, main arterial roads and everyday shopping, but far enough from the centre to enjoy larger yards and a slower pace.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Windsor Gardens is dominated by detached houses, which make up 87% of current listings, with apartments and units accounting for 8% and land parcels the remaining 5%. Expect a mix of solid mid-century brick bungalows, some renovated and extended, alongside newer infill homes and townhouses on subdivided blocks — a reflection of the suburb's gradual densification over the last couple of decades.
Buyers looking for a classic quarter-acre feel can still find it here, particularly on the suburb's quieter side streets, while those wanting something lower-maintenance have a small but growing pool of unit and townhouse stock to choose from.
The property market
Windsor Gardens has recorded strong recent momentum, with house prices climbing 18.1% to a current median of $957k. Units and apartments sit at a more accessible $557k median, giving the suburb a genuine entry point for buyers who might otherwise be priced out of the wider north-eastern market. Median rent of $650 a week points to solid and consistent rental demand, underpinned by the suburb's convenient location and family-oriented housing stock.
The combination of established homes, a healthy proportion of house-zoned land and steady price growth has made Windsor Gardens attractive to both owner-occupiers upgrading from smaller units and investors drawn to its rental yields relative to more expensive inner-ring suburbs.
Getting around
Windsor Gardens benefits from good connectivity to the Adelaide CBD, with the O-Bahn busway nearby offering a fast run into the city, and arterial roads such as Payneham Road and Hampstead Road linking residents to neighbouring Hillcrest, Holden Hill and Oakden. Regular bus services run through the suburb, making it a workable option for commuters who don't want to rely solely on a car.
For those driving, the suburb's position among Dernancourt and Gilles Plains means major shopping and services in the north-east are only a short trip away, and the North East Road corridor provides another key route in and out of the area.
Schools & families
Families in Windsor Gardens have access to Avenues College, a public school catering to students from reception through to year 12, making it a genuine option for families wanting continuity of schooling without changing campuses. St Pius X School offers a Catholic education option nearby, and both schools contribute to the suburb's appeal for parents after settled, community-oriented schooling close to home.
The surrounding suburbs of Hillcrest, Holden Hill and Oakden add further schooling and childcare options within a short drive, rounding out the suburb's family credentials.
Lifestyle & dining
Windsor Gardens itself is a predominantly residential suburb, and much of its day-to-day lifestyle revolves around this quiet, established character rather than a bustling main street. For dining out, shopping trips and entertainment, residents typically head to the retail and hospitality strips in neighbouring Gilles Plains and Dernancourt, or further afield to the larger centres of Adelaide's north-east.
What the suburb lacks in commercial buzz it makes up for in convenience and calm — a place where residents value the short commute to amenities elsewhere over having everything on the doorstep.
Market snapshot
Windsor Gardens property market
Median sale price
$957k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$675k
Median
$957k
Premium
$1.17m
Days on market
57
Auction clearance
29%
Sold this year
54
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +12.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Windsor Gardens by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Windsor Gardens, SA 5087.
Population
5,827
residents (2021)
Median age
36
years
Household income
$1,602
median, per week
Median rent
$320
per week
Median mortgage
$1,600
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Windsor Gardens
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Windsor Gardens
$988k
5 Ormsby Street
Sold ~July 2026
$850k
10 Pamela Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$958k
5/10-16 Seymour Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$750k
6 Portland Street
Sold ~June 2026
$950k
12 Sherwood Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
4A Sincock Street
Sold ~June 2026
$779k
12 Cadell Street
Sold ~June 2026
$740k
3/3 Kiltie Avenue
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
Windsor Gardens suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Windsor Gardens?
The median house price in Windsor Gardens, SA is $957k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 18.1%.
How much is rent in Windsor Gardens?
The median weekly rent in Windsor Gardens is around $650 per week.
Is Windsor Gardens a good place to live?
Windsor Gardens is a suburb in the north-eastern suburbs of Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. Windsor Gardens is an established residential suburb in SA, with a population of around 5,827 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Windsor Gardens?
Windsor Gardens has a population of 5,827 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 36.
What schools are in Windsor Gardens?
There are 2 schools in or near Windsor Gardens, including Avenues College and St Pius X School.
How long do homes take to sell in Windsor Gardens?
Properties in Windsor Gardens take around 57 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 29%.
How much do you need to buy in Windsor Gardens?
Entry-level properties in Windsor Gardens start around $675k, while premium homes reach $1.17m.
What suburbs are near Windsor Gardens?
Suburbs near Windsor Gardens include Dernancourt, Gilles Plains, Holden Hill, Oakden and Hillcrest.
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