42 Fogarty Ave, Highton is a 10 bedroom, 3 bathroom House with 6 parking spaces and was built in 2005. The property has a land size of 642m2 and floor size of 197m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2019.
Presenting an exceptional investment opportunity in one of Geelong's most desirable suburbs, this fully certified 10-bedroom rooming house combines outstanding rental returns with modern, energy-efficient living. Located within walking distance to Deakin University and Epworth Geelong Hospital, the property enjoys consistently strong demand from students, healthcare professionals and working tenants.Recently upgraded with premium technology and designed for low operating costs, this is a truly turnkey investment offering both immediate income and long-term growth potential.High rental come of 100 k( Gross ) per annum. with 9.5 rental yeild. Property Highlights:Fully certified 10-bedroom rooming houseExcellent rental demand with strong occupancy historySpacious communal living and dining areasLarge shared kitchen with ample storage and preparation spaceMultiple modern bathroomsAmple off-street parkingProfessionally managed investmentRecent Premium Upgrades10kW solar power system paired with a 30kWh battery storage system, significantly reducing electricity costs and providing exceptional energy efficiency.Latest-generation Wi-Fi enabled electric hot water system, offering reliable hot water with smart energy management.State-of-the-art fully electric ducted heating and cooling system with smart Wi-Fi controls, allowing efficient climate control throughout the property.Fully electric home with modern energy-efficient infrastructure designed for lower ongoing operating costs.Low-maintenance front and rear landscaping, minimising upkeep while providing a neat and attractive outdoor environment.Prime Highton LocationPerfectly positioned in one of Geelong's highest-demand locations, the property is close to:Deakin University Waurn Ponds CampusEpworth Geelong HospitalWaurn Ponds Shopping CentreBelmont and Highton shopping precinctsPublic transportLocal cafs, restaurants and parksGeelong Ring Road with easy access to MelbourneQuality primary and secondary schoolsAn Outstanding InvestmentOffering the perfect balance of strong rental income, modern infrastructure and outstanding energy efficiency, 42 Fogarty Avenue is an investment that stands out from the rest. The extensive recent upgrades substantially reduce ongoing utility and maintenance costs while enhancing tenant comfort, making this an attractive, future-ready asset with excellent long-term appeal.Whether you are expanding your investment portfolio or looking for a premium rooming house in a blue-chip location, this property represents a rare opportunity to secure a high-performing asset in the heart of Highton.
The size of Highton is approximately 11.6 square kilometres. There are 49 parks, covering nearly 11.9% of the total area. The population of Highton in 2016 was 18953 people. By 2021 the population was 20736 showing a population growth of 9.4% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Highton is 20-29 years. Households in Highton are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Highton work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 76.70% of the homes in Highton were owner-occupied compared with 75.60% in 2016.
Highton has 10,010 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Highton have seen a 4.49% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 1.31% increase. As at 31 August 2026:
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