First published 19 Oct 2026, 1:30pm
Adelaide’s investor hotspots have been revealed.
The best suburbs for investors to buy into across Adelaide have been revealed, with some surprising areas making the list.
Traditionally the suburbs with the most to offer investors have been restricted to the city’s north but the PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report 2026 shows that’s changing.
Suburbs further south as well as several prestigious areas closer to the CBD are now considered investor hotspots.
The top-performing suburbs are determined based on metrics of interest to investors, including high capital gains, hight rental yields and strong rental demand.
While northern suburbs topped the list for houses – with Elizabeth Park, Eyre and Elizabeth East ranking highest – Tonsley, Port Noarlunga South and Seaford Heights also made the list.
It was more of a mixed bag for units, with Plympton ranking highest, followed by Salisbury, Walkerville, Goodwood, Henley Beach and Christies Beach.
Adelaide’s top investor suburbs. Source: PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report 2026.
Adelaide’s top investor suburbs. Source: PropTrack Terri Scheer Investor Report 2026.
The hotspots were revealed as part of an analysis of current property market conditions facing investors.
While it showed investors have pulled back right across the country – including in Adelaide – following four interest rate rises and federal budget tax changes this year, Adelaide remained a popular spot for them.
Investor loans in the state have grown 35 per cent since the end of 2022, the report shows, with many continuing to buy in the city because of the lower entry prices compared to other capitals.
Senior economist at realestate.com.au Angus Moore said the May budget changes may lead to a shift in investor demand nationwide as they looked to properties with higher yields.
“Low-yielding and loss-making rental properties are likely to become less attractive to investors, as negative gearing will be no longer available for existing residential properties,” he said.
“Although, rental market conditions remain tight and rent prices have continued to rise, as home prices have softened, which is likely to support investor activity over the next year.”
Adelaide’s investor hotspots have changed over the last few years.
Senior economist at realestate.com.au Angus Moore.
Terri Scheer executive manager Carolyn Parrella said strong rental demand and improving yields reinforce why residential property continued to be an attractive long-term investment option for many Australians.
“While Australia’s property market is evolving, this report shows there are still compelling opportunities for investors who focus on strong fundamentals,” she said.
“Tight rental markets, improving rental yields and continued tenant demand highlight the enduring role residential property can play as a long-term investment.
“The findings show investors aren’t necessarily leaving the market, they’re adapting to it.
“The report reinforces the importance of taking a considered approach to protecting and managing investment properties in a changing market environment, enabling landlords to make more informed decisions and navigate change with greater confidence.”
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