Browse property in Ararat

Overview

Ararat is a regional hub of about 8,500 people (2021 census) that serves 11,880 residents across the Rural City. The town boasts a full‑service hospital, four primary schools, two secondary colleges, and campuses of Federation University Australia and Melbourne Polytechnic, providing education from early years to tertiary level. Recreation centres such as the Aradale and Chalambar golf clubs, a vibrant football and netball scene, and annual events like the Golden Gateway and Jailhouse Rock festivals give locals a lively social calendar. Housing ranges from historic bluestone homes near the heritage courthouse to newer dwellings linked to recent infrastructure projects, offering a mix of character and contemporary options.

Transport is road‑centric, with the Western and Pyrenees Highways intersecting the town and regular bus routes linking to V/Line rail services that reach Ballarat and Melbourne in just over two hours. The Ararat railway station also connects to the Overland service for Melbourne and Adelaide, while a regional airport sits 5 km to the south, supporting general aviation and further travel options.

Region type mix: Regional 100%.