
Brisbane · North Brisbane
Windsor is a prestigious inner-north suburb blending historic charm with modern convenience. Just 3.5km from the CBD, its hilly, tree-lined streets feature beautifully preserved Queenslander homes and workers' cottages alongside contemporary apartments. It attracts affluent professionals and families who value the excellent connectivity, strong community feel, and proximity to parks, schools, and the city.
Market snapshot
Price register · April 2026
Median house
$1.40M - $1.90M
Mid-band $1.65Mspread 30%
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Median unit
$675,000 - $925,000
Mid-band $800Kspread 31%
Days on market
~16-36 days
Median listing-to-sold window. Shorter = tighter buyer field.
Auction clearance
Private-treaty market
Share of auctions sold. Brisbane skews private-treaty.
Rental yield
2.1% to 3.1%
Gross yield on house stock. Premium suburbs compress.
5-year house-price growth
+73% to +93%
cumulative since 2021Who buys here
Young professionals · Established families · Healthcare workers
5-year trend
Modelled trajectory anchored on aggregated 5-year median figures. Indicative; not month-by-month observed data.
Market analysis
The Windsor property market is characterised by high demand and constrained supply, a dynamic that consistently places upward pressure on prices. Located just 3.5 kilometres from the CBD, the suburb's appeal is rooted in its blend of heritage character, excellent transport links, and proximity to key employment hubs like the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The median house price has reached $1.65 million, reflecting a significant year-on-year growth of 13.0%. This trajectory is not a recent phenomenon; over the past five years, house values have surged by over 83%, demonstrating the area's strong and sustained capital growth credentials. Properties are tightly held, with an average hold period exceeding 11 years, which further limits the available stock and fuels competition among buyers. Homes sell quickly when they do come to market, averaging just 26 days. The unit market is also exceptionally strong, with a median price of $795,000, an increase of 22.3% over the past year. This segment is popular with young professionals and investors, attracted by a healthier rental yield of around 4.2%, compared to the 2.6% for houses. The disparity in yields highlights the market's two distinct investment theses: houses are a blue-chip, capital growth-focused asset, while units offer a more balanced proposition with stronger cash flow. Major infrastructure, including the Northern Busway and Airport Link tunnel, has enhanced Windsor's connectivity, making it even more attractive to commuters. The suburb's demographic is increasingly affluent, supporting premium prices and insulating it from wider market downturns. While the low rental yield on houses may deter pure cash-flow investors, for owner-occupiers and long-term growth strategists, Windsor remains one of Brisbane's most desirable and fundamentally sound property markets.
Why a buyers agent
In Windsor's fast-moving market, a buyer's agent is critical for gaining a competitive edge. Properties, especially desirable character homes, often sell before they are widely advertised. An agent with local connections provides access to these off-market opportunities. Furthermore, Windsor's diverse housing stock includes heritage-listed properties, homes in flood-prone zones near Enoggera Creek, and houses affected by road noise from Lutwyche Road. An expert can help navigate these complexities, identifying potential issues a typical buyer might overlook, from character overlays restricting renovation to the subtle differences in value between streets. They can also provide data-driven advice on pricing for specific pockets, ensuring you don't overpay in a multi-offer situation, which is common in this highly sought-after suburb.
Located just 3.5km from the CBD with two train stations, high-frequency bus services, and direct tunnel access, Windsor offers one of inner-Brisbane's most convenient commutes to the city, airport, and major hospitals.
The suburb is defined by its beautiful, tree-lined streets and stunning collection of Queenslander and workers' cottage homes. This protected character ensures enduring street appeal and underpins long-term value.
With highly-rated schools, abundant green space like Downey Park, and local shopping and dining precincts, Windsor provides a complete lifestyle for professionals and families without needing to travel far from home.
Windsor is a blue-chip market with a history of consistent and strong capital growth, driven by constrained housing supply and exceptionally high demand from an affluent demographic.
Compare
| Metric | This suburbWindsor | NearbyAlbion | NearbyGrange | NearbyWilston |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median house | $1.40M - $1.90M | $1.15M - $1.60M | $1.40M - $1.85M | $1.70M - $2.30M |
| Median unit | $675,000 - $925,000 | $700,000 - $950,000 | $675,000 - $900,000 | $700,000 - $950,000 |
| Auction clearance | — | — | — | 62% to 72% |
| Days on market | ~16-36 days | ~11-27 days | ~26-60 days | ~15-35 days |
| Year-on-year growth | +8% to +18% | +7% to +17% | +9% to +19% | -5% to +5% |
| 5-year growth | +73% to +93% | +34% to +54% | +71% to +91% | +71% to +91% |
| Rental yield | 2.1% to 3.1% | 2.0% to 3.0% | 2.4% to 3.4% | 2.0% to 3.0% |
| Postcode | 4030 | 4010 | 5022 | 4051 |
Snapshot date varies by suburb; see individual suburb pages for figures.
The place
Windsor is a historic and affluent suburb located just 3.5 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD. Its landscape is defined by rolling hills, which afford many homes stunning city views, and streets lined with magnificent Queenslanders and charming workers' cottages. The suburb exudes a strong sense of community and heritage, with many heritage-listed sites including the iconic former Windsor Shire Council Chambers.
Education is a key drawcard, with the highly-regarded Windsor State School, a heritage-listed institution itself, serving the community since 1865. Other nearby options include Holy Rosary Primary School and proximity to high schools like Kedron State High School.
Transport is a major advantage. Windsor is serviced by two train stations, Windsor and Albion, on the Ferny Grove line, offering a swift 9-minute journey to Central Station. Major bus routes run frequently along Lutwyche Road and Newmarket Road, providing direct access to the CBD, Chermside, and the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital precinct. The suburb also benefits from easy access to the Airport Link and Inner City Bypass tunnels.
For shopping and dining, residents are well-catered for with local precincts along Newmarket Road and Lutwyche Road, featuring cafes, restaurants, and specialty stores. The Windsor Homezone centre provides larger format retail, and the vibrant dining scenes of nearby Wilston and Albion are just minutes away.
Green space is abundant, with Downey Park being a major hub for women's sport, and Windsor Park offering fields for bowls and croquet. The Enoggera Creek bikeway provides a scenic route for cyclists and walkers, connecting a series of smaller parks like Hinkler Park and Mann Park.
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The 5-year trajectory is a modelled curve anchored on the documented cumulative growth rate. Editorial review: 13 May 2026. Updated quarterly.
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