A Changing Chapter for Queensland Real Estate
Queensland has always been Australia’s sunshine state, not only in climate, but in property confidence. Yet, 2025 is shaping up to be a turning point. While other capital cities grapple with correction cycles, Queensland’s market is undergoing redefinition rather than retreat, fuelled by population growth, infrastructure expansion, and a maturing investment landscape.
From Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast and regional hubs, a new property story is unfolding, built around lifestyle, liveability, and resilience.
The Market in Motion: What’s Happening in 2025
Rather than month-to-month volatility, 2025’s story lies in long-term transformation. Data from REIQ, CoreLogic and NAB shows median house prices stabilising after rapid growth, while overall strength remains.
Brisbane has evolved from a “value alternative” into a major market. Detached homes in inner and middle suburbs remain strong, while units and townhouses are gaining interest due to affordability.
Regional Queensland is now a powerhouse. Rockhampton, Gladstone, Toowoomba, and Bundaberg are seeing rising demand, with rental yields outperforming many metro areas.
The key trend isn’t speculation, it’s migration and momentum.
Lifestyle Migration: A Lasting Shift
COVID-era migration reshaped Queensland permanently. Interstate migration from NSW and Victoria remains high, driven by affordability, coastal living, and hybrid work.
ABS data shows over 30,000 net interstate movers in the past year. This demand extends beyond Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Noosa Hinterland, and regional centres within two hours of the capital.