Kingston
Property profile for Kingston, Hobart. Median prices and property calculators.
Median Prices
Median House Price
$750,000
Approximate median for Kingston, Hobart
Median Unit Price
$480,000
Approximate median for Kingston, Hobart
Compare Hobart Suburbs
| Suburb | Median House | Median Unit | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston (this suburb) | $750,000 | $480,000 | |
| Battery Point | $1,350,000 | $650,000 | View → |
| Sandy Bay | $1,100,000 | $520,000 | View → |
| North Hobart | $850,000 | $480,000 | View → |
| Bellerive | $800,000 | $500,000 | View → |
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Estimated Stamp Duty
$31,250
On median house price of $750,000
Estimated Monthly Mortgage
$3,675
80% LVR, 6.2% rate, 30yr P&I
Estimated Deposit Needed
$150,000
20% of median house price
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About Kingston
Kingston is the main centre of the Kingborough municipality, located approximately 12 kilometres south of Hobart's CBD. The suburb functions as a self-contained satellite town, serving as the commercial and service hub for the rapidly growing southern corridor of greater Hobart. Channel Court Shopping Centre is the primary retail destination, offering supermarkets, specialty stores, and dining. Property in Kingston includes a mix of established family homes on generous suburban blocks, newer housing estates in the surrounding hillside developments, and townhouse complexes. Many properties enjoy elevated positions with views across the Derwent River or towards the Channel coastline. Kingston Beach, a sheltered sandy beach just minutes from the town centre, is a popular family swimming spot, and nearby Blackmans Bay offers additional beach access and a scenic blowhole walking track. The suburb is home to the Australian Antarctic Division headquarters and the Kingston campus of TasTAFE. Transport includes Metro bus services to Hobart's CBD, with the Southern Outlet highway providing road access in about 20 minutes, though traffic congestion during peak hours is an acknowledged challenge. Kingston has good schools, sporting facilities, and community infrastructure. The suburb appeals to families seeking a semi-rural feel with comprehensive urban amenities, professionals commuting to Hobart, retirees who enjoy the coastal atmosphere, and investors attracted by the area's strong population growth.