Casuarina
Property profile for Casuarina, Darwin. Median prices and property calculators.
Median Prices
Median House Price
$550,000
Approximate median for Casuarina, Darwin
Median Unit Price
$300,000
Approximate median for Casuarina, Darwin
Compare Darwin Suburbs
| Suburb | Median House | Median Unit | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casuarina (this suburb) | $550,000 | $300,000 | |
| Fannie Bay | $800,000 | $400,000 | View → |
| Stuart Park | $750,000 | $380,000 | View → |
| Parap | $700,000 | $350,000 | View → |
| Darwin City | $650,000 | $350,000 | View → |
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Estimated Stamp Duty
$20,250
On median house price of $550,000
Estimated Monthly Mortgage
$2,695
80% LVR, 6.2% rate, 30yr P&I
Estimated Deposit Needed
$110,000
20% of median house price
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About Casuarina
Casuarina is a major suburban centre in Darwin's northern suburbs, approximately 13 kilometres north of the CBD. The suburb serves as the primary commercial and services hub for the northern suburbs, anchored by Casuarina Square, the Northern Territory's largest shopping centre, which offers extensive retail, dining, and entertainment options. The suburb is also a significant health and education hub, being home to Royal Darwin Hospital, the Territory's principal public hospital, and Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus. Property includes a mix of typical Darwin low-rise apartment blocks, elevated tropical homes, and some newer townhouse developments. Casuarina Coastal Reserve stretches along the suburb's northern boundary, providing a scenic strip of natural coastal bushland with walking trails, bird watching, and the popular free beach. The reserve is also home to mangrove ecosystems and seasonal shorebird populations. Transport includes Darwinbus services with frequent connections to the CBD and surrounding northern suburbs, while Trower Road and the Stuart Highway provide road access. The suburb's proximity to major institutions ensures strong local employment. Casuarina appeals to healthcare workers and university staff seeking convenient proximity to their workplaces, families wanting comprehensive northern suburbs amenities, students attending Charles Darwin University, and investors targeting the steady rental demand generated by the suburb's institutional and commercial workforce.