Yarram
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Yarram, VIC 3971.
About Yarram
Welcome to Yarram
Yarram sits in the heart of South Gippsland, roughly 220 kilometres south-east of Melbourne's CBD, serving as one of the region's most self-contained country towns. Flanked by the Strzelecki Ranges to the north and the coastal lowlands reaching toward the Ninety Mile Beach to the south, it offers a genuinely rural pace of life without sacrificing everyday convenience.
The town draws a mix of retirees looking to downsize into a tight-knit community, young families priced out of larger regional centres, and lifestyle buyers seeking space and greenery at an accessible price point. With solid local schooling, a compact but functional retail strip, and easy access to natural reserves, Yarram punches above its weight for a town of its size.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Yarram moves at a comfortable pace, shaped by its agricultural surroundings and a community that still values local institutions. The Yarram Bakery Cafe is a reliable anchor on the main strip — the kind of place where locals catch up over a pie and a flat white before heading off to work. The town's commercial heart is compact enough to feel walkable, with most daily errands done within a few minutes of home.
The surrounding landscape adds real texture to daily life. The Yarram Tarra Trail Reserve gives walkers, cyclists and horse riders a proper off-road circuit, while the broader Gippsland region means weekend drives to the coast, the Tarra-Bulga National Park or the Strzeleckis are genuinely short affairs.
Shopping
For a small country town, Yarram covers the basics well. Woolworths anchors the grocery offer, and the BP Shop handles fuel and convenience top-ups. Local trades, automotive services — including Turnbull Toyota — and a smattering of independent retailers mean residents rarely need to travel far for everyday needs.
That said, buyers who rely on a wider retail mix — specialty homewares, large-format electronics or boutique fashion — will find themselves making the occasional trip toward Sale or Traralgon. It is a trade-off most residents accept willingly given the lifestyle benefits of living in a quieter community.
Getting around
Yarram is primarily a car-dependent town, as is typical of rural Gippsland. The Princes Highway connects the town to Sale to the north-west and to the coast road networks heading south and east, making private vehicle ownership the practical default for most households.
The Memorial Park/Grant Street stop serves local bus services, providing a public transport option for those without a car, though frequency is limited compared to metropolitan or larger regional centres. Buyers relocating from Melbourne or Traralgon should factor car ownership firmly into their budget and lifestyle planning.
Parks & recreation
Memorial Park is the social and recreational centrepiece of the town, used for community events, markets and everyday outdoor activity. It is well-maintained and central enough that most residents can walk there from home. The park gives families with young children a safe, open space that doesn't require a car trip.
Beyond the town boundary, the Yarram Tarra Trail Reserve extends the recreation offer considerably for those who enjoy trail walking, mountain biking or simply getting out into natural bush. The greater South Gippsland region is also within easy reach for fishing, camping and wildlife watching, making Yarram a strong base for outdoors-oriented households.
Schools & families
Yarram caters well to families with school-age children through its two main institutions: Yarram Primary School and Yarram Secondary College. Having both a primary and secondary school in town is a genuine advantage in a regional setting, sparing families the long bus runs that are common in smaller surrounding localities.
Neighbouring Alberton and other nearby communities often feed into Yarram's schools, which lends the student population a sense of broader district connection. For tertiary or TAFE options, students typically look toward Sale or further afield, which is standard for towns of this scale across regional Victoria.
The property market
Yarram's median house price sits at $390,000, making it one of the more affordable owner-occupier markets in Gippsland. That accessibility has attracted steady interest from buyers priced out of larger regional hubs such as Traralgon and Sale, as well as Melbourne-based buyers seeking a lifestyle change or an investment property with strong rental yield potential.
Current listings are dominated by houses, which make up 72% of available stock, reflecting the town's predominantly freestanding, suburban-to-rural character. Land accounts for 12% of listings — offering opportunities for custom builds — while apartments and units represent a further 12%, catering to downsizers and investors. Acreage and rural listings make up the remaining 2%. It is worth noting that recent house price growth has dipped by 2.5%, suggesting the post-pandemic enthusiasm that lifted many regional markets has moderated. For patient buyers, this cooling period can represent a considered entry point into a town with genuine long-term liveability.
Market snapshot
Yarram property market
Median sale price
$388k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
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per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$270k
Median
$388k
Premium
$698k
Days on market
74
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
36
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth -0.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Yarram by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Yarram, VIC 3971.
Population
2,136
residents (2021)
Median age
53
years
Household income
$889
median, per week
Median rent
$225
per week
Median mortgage
$1,083
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Yarram
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Yarram
$195k
4/131 Commercial Road
Sold ~July 2026
$360k
9 Dougherty Street
Sold ~July 2026
$455k
9 Gipps Street
Sold ~July 2026
$320k
1/57 Nicol Street
Sold ~July 2026
$450k
39 Nicol Street
Sold ~July 2026
$330k
9 Hyland Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$390k
64 Nicol Street
Sold ~June 2026
$370k
27 Rodgers 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 Yarram
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Common questions
Yarram suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Yarram?
The median house price in Yarram, VIC is $388k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 6.1%.
Is Yarram a good place to live?
Yarram is a town in the Shire of Wellington, Victoria, Australia, located in the southeast of Gippsland. Yarram is an established residential suburb in VIC, with a population of around 2,136 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Yarram?
Yarram has a population of 2,136 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 53.
What schools are in Yarram?
There are 2 schools in or near Yarram, including Yarram Primary School and Yarram Secondary College.
How long do homes take to sell in Yarram?
Properties in Yarram take around 74 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Yarram?
Entry-level properties in Yarram start around $270k, while premium homes reach $698k.
What suburbs are near Yarram?
Suburbs near Yarram include Alberton.
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