As families continue to face rising housing prices and private school fees, Build to Rent specialists Infolio Property Advisors said savvy Build to Rent developers should be looking at acquisitions within high-performing school zones.
Across Australia, properties within high-performing school zones attract a significant price premium – often pricing families out of homeownership altogether.
Infolio’s Build to Rent Leasing Strategist Nicole Hiddlestone said Build to Rent offers a practical and affordable solution, allowing families to rent within the right zone, without the upfront costs of buying.
“Families are increasingly open to renting long-term, especially when it secures their child a place at a top school. It’s a market shift that smart developers should be designing for.”
Nicole Hiddlestone, Build to Rent Leasing Strategist, Infolio
Build to Rent projects that include larger format apartments – with three bedrooms, flexible layouts, and family-friendly amenities – stand to appeal to this growing demographic.
Catchments for popular government schools are particularly in demand, providing a compelling case for site selection and design differentiation.
“There’s a real opportunity to meet the needs of modern families who are balancing affordability with education outcomes. With school zones driving demand, Build to Rent can deliver stable, longer-term tenancies in a sector known for its reliability.
“The future of Build to Rent in Australia isn’t limited to the exclusive luxury sector where it is dominant now, it is in middle ring suburbs where affordability constrains more people.”
Nicole Hiddlestone, Build to Rent Leasing Strategist, Infolio
As Australia continues to grapple with housing pressures, targeting school zones could give developers a social and commercial edge – supporting education outcomes while helping ease the rental crunch for families.
