The Queensland property market continues to attract strong interest, supported by population growth, housing demand, and varied conditions across metro and regional areas.
Recent data shows Queensland recording some of the strongest price and rental growth nationally, with demand spread across both metro and regional markets.
Whether you're a first-home buyer, investor or upgrader, this guide breaks down the latest trends, standout suburbs and key considerations to help you buy smarter in Queensland.
Quick summary
Queensland leads the country for price growth, with dwelling values up 9.59% over the past year.
Rents have also climbed strongly, rising 8.33%, reflecting continued pressure in the rental market.
The median house price in QLD sits at $908,772, well below NSW levels but with faster growth.
Homes are selling quickly, with a median 22 days on market, making QLD one of the fastest-moving markets nationally.
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Source: Cotality
Queensland property market at a glance (latest data)
Metric | Queensland |
Median house price | $908,772 |
Median rent | $650 per week |
Annual price growth | 9.59% |
Annual rent growth | 8.33% |
Median days on market | 22 days |
Total properties sold (12 months) | 93,526 |
Source: Cotality
QLD property market overview
Queensland continues to stand out as one of Australia’s strongest-performing property markets, with above-average price and rental growth.
The Sunshine State has benefitted from ongoing internal migration, affordability relative to southern capitals, and strong employment in key hubs.
5 key trends in the QLD market:
Queensland recorded the strongest price growth of any state over the past year.
Rental conditions remain tight, with rents rising faster than the national average.
Homes are selling quickly, reflecting sustained buyer demand.
Sales activity remains high, with more than 93,000 properties sold over the past 12 months.
Buyers are drawn to relative affordability compared to southern states, alongside lifestyle and employment opportunities.
Suburbs in Brisbane’s outer rings and growing regions like Gladstone and Mackay are seeing demand from both owner-occupiers and investors.
Supply vs. buyer demand
Buyer demand across Queensland remains strong, with properties selling in a median of 22 days, highlighting the pace of the market. Suburbs like Leichhardt, Crestmead, and Logan Central are drawing investor interest thanks to rapid YoY price growth.
A number of regional and metro-adjacent suburbs have recorded strong growth, supported by affordability, rental demand and local employment hubs.
Metro vs. regional: Where’s the growth?
Market | Price profile | Lifestyle appeal |
Queensland (overall) | $908,772 median house price | Affordability, lifestyle appeal, strong population growth |
Source: Cotality
With Queensland's continued population growth and investor confidence, both city and regional centres are delivering.
Tip: An Aussie Buyer’s Agent can help you secure properties in growth pockets before competition heats up.
Top 10 high-growth suburbs in QLD to watch
Suburb | 6-month growth | 1-year growth |
|---|---|---|
22.0% | 29.3% | |
17.1% | 36.5% | |
15.8% | 36.2% | |
15.7% | 36.3% | |
15.1% | 34.4% | |
8.6% | 25.5% | |
8.4% | 22.2% | |
8.0% | 21.3% | |
9.0% | 23.7% | |
9.7% | 12.8% |
Source: Cotality
“Deeragun continues to attract first-home buyers and investors alike. It's just north of Townsville, but with its own schools, shops and lifestyle infrastructure, and homes still under $500K. That’s $50K to $100K cheaper than neighbouring suburbs closer to the city, while rental demand stays high and selling activity remains strong.” - Eric Longmuir, Aussie Franchisee, Townsville, Townsville City & Cairns South
“Rental supply remains tight across our region, with low vacancy rates pushing up returns. Add to that the growth in local industry and jobs, and it’s no surprise buyers are turning to areas that offer both employment opportunities and that coastal work–life balance.” - Eloise Croft, Franchise Office Manager, Rockhampton
“Buyers looking around Crestmead, Logan Central and Kingston consistently tell us the same thing, these areas offer real value. They’re well located between Brisbane and the coast, but still more affordable than many of the neighbouring suburbs.” - Chris Gordon, Aussie Franchisee, Browns Plains
These areas offer a mix of investment potential, rental strength and capital growth, especially in metro-adjacent and regional lifestyle zones.
Top QLD suburbs for property investors
Suburbs showing relatively higher rental yields include:
Suburb | Rental yield | Rental growth |
|---|---|---|
4.6% | 5.6% | |
4.0% | 4.7% | |
4.7% | 4.1% | |
4.1% | 3.0% | |
4.1% | 3.1% |
Source: Cotality
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Home loan & financing considerations
With Queensland’s fast-moving market, understanding your borrowing power early can help you act with confidence. Use Aussie’s Borrowing Power Calculator to see what you could afford or connect with a broker to map out your budget and goals.
First-Home Buyer Support includes:
Stamp duty concessions for qualifying buyers
Government-backed shared equity initiatives
Refinancing and equity opportunities
Already own in QLD? You might be sitting on more equity than you think. Refinancing can help unlock funds to invest, renovate, or simply reduce your monthly repayments.
Use Aussie’s tools like the Home Loan Health Check to see what’s possible.
Your next steps
With strong price and rental growth across Queensland, understanding your options can help you make a more confident next move.
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The latest data highlights where demand remains strong. Take the next step with Aussie and move forward with confidence.
