In the early 1990s, a modest house at 100 Coman St S changed hands for just $51,000. Around the same time, neighbouring properties were selling for similarly humble sums—$53,500 here, $129,900 there. These figures paint a picture of Rothwell as it once was: an affordable suburb where young families could establish themselves without stretching their budgets to breaking point. Fast forward three decades, and the transformation has been remarkable. Today, homes on Coman Street South routinely fetch upwards of $800,000, a testament to the area’s steady evolution from sleepy outpost to sought-after family precinct.
Much of this growth can be traced to the suburb’s educational anchor. Mueller College, the large P–12 independent Christian school on Morris Road, has become a significant drawcard for families seeking both quality schooling and community connection. Coman Street South sits within comfortable reach of the college, and that proximity has not gone unnoticed by buyers. Local agents report that “school-driven demand” is a recurring theme in negotiations, with parents willing to pay a premium for the convenience of a short commute to campus. The street’s recent sales history reflects this appetite: properties with four and five bedrooms—ideal for growing families—have consistently changed hands in the $795,000 to $825,000 range throughout 2025.
The street itself tells a broader story about how Rothwell has matured. Where once there were modest fibro cottages on generous blocks, today’s Coman Street South is a mix of renovated family homes and newer builds, many designed with modern families in mind. The residents here are committed: 80 per cent are owner-occupiers, and the average tenure stretches beyond 12 years. That kind of stability speaks to a street where people aren’t just passing through—they’re putting down roots, investing in extensions, and watching their children walk to school each morning.
Coman St S, Rothwell Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 5 units, 67 houses, 2 others
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 80%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 12 years and 4 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 40%
Coman St S, Rothwell – As It Looked in 1936
SOME RECENT SALES ON COMAN ST S, ROTHWELL
| Property Address | Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|
| 30 Coman St S, Rothwell | $825,000 | Jun 2025 |
| 2 Coman St S, Rothwell | $822,500 | May 2025 |
| 4 Coman St S, Rothwell | $795,000 | May 2025 |
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON COMAN ST S FROM YESTERYEAR
| Property Address | Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|
| 74 Coman St S, Rothwell | $129,900 | Jan 1993 |
| 112 Coman St S, Rothwell | $53,500 | Jan 1993 |
| 100 Coman St S, Rothwell | $51,000 | Nov 1992 |
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Rothwell in 2025 was $770,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in Rothwell in 2021 was $428,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN ROTHWELL SINCE 2021: $342,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Rothwell in 2025 was $840,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in Rothwell in 2021 was $496,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN ROTHWELL SINCE 2021: $344,000
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Published 27-April-2025