Illawarra Property Growth: The Projects to Watch

The Illawarra-Shoalhaven is on the cusp of real change. With the 2025-26 NSW Budget backing big upgrades in transport, health, and renewable energy, we’re starting to see the kind of investment that doesn’t just build new roads or hospitals, it reshapes communities, boosts local economies, and shifts the way people think about where they want to live.

For homeowners, buyers, and investors, this means opportunity. Knowing which projects are underway and how soon they’ll be delivered and can help you spot suburbs with growth potential, make smarter decisions about when to sell, and understand where demand is likely to increase.

In this article, you can see the break down of the key projects across the region from highway upgrades and new hospital precincts to the Illawarra Renewable Energy Zone and look at how they’re set to influence property values in different suburbs.

CONCLUSION

Illawarra-Shoalhaven is gearing up for infrastructure-led growth. These investments aren’t just about convenience; they’re signals of transformation. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, rent, or invest, keeping an eye on where these projects are heading could be the difference between getting ahead of the market or playing catch-up.