Solomontown’s affordability and 7%+ gross rental yields are keeping investors and first-home buyers engaged, with deals moving in roughly a month and buyer activity up about 24% over the past year. Solid rental demand tied to Port Pirie’s service jobs and limited fresh stock help explain why people still buy here despite regional population holding steady. The biggest risks remain the suburb’s reliance on the local economy and its modest population profile, yet tight supply, a strong yield story and only a 0.8% lift in the most recent quarter after last year’s 34% surge suggest prices are stabilising with room to run as demand outpaces new listings.