Browse property in Tarlee

Overview

Tarlee is a township in South Australia’s lower Mid North, home to 302 residents according to the 2016 census. The historic Tarlee Institute, opened in 1888, provides a focal point for community events, while the nearby Gilbert River adds a natural backdrop to daily life. Its small‑scale setting, complemented by a long‑standing weather station dating back to 1881, offers a relaxed rural lifestyle.

Road connectivity is a feature, with the Horrocks Highway crossing the town and joining the Barrier Highway just 8 km north at Giles Corner, linking residents to the Clare Valley and farther destinations such as Broken Hill. Although the Peterborough railway line that once served Tarlee was closed in the 2000s, the former station remains a landmark a few hundred metres away, reflecting the town’s transport heritage. Housing in Tarlee consists of a variety of homes suitable for the tight‑knit community typical of a small South Australian town.