Browse property in Dartmouth

Overview

Founded in 1973 as a construction camp for the Dartmouth Dam, the village of Dartmouth retains a laid‑back riverside lifestyle. With a permanent population of around 45 people, it serves fishermen, tourists and the small workforce that maintains the dam and its two power stations. The local post office, opened on 1 March 1973, provides a basic service hub for residents and visitors alike.

Nestled beside the major reservoir on the Mitta Mitta River, Dartmouth offers immediate access to Lake Dartmouth for water‑based recreation. The nearby Greens Creek Battery Site and the parish of Dartella lie within a few kilometres, underscoring the community’s remote, nature‑focused setting. Housing is modest and primarily geared toward seasonal visitors and dam staff, reflecting the town’s historic shift from a bustling construction settlement of roughly 2,000 workers to a quiet, service‑oriented village.