Vern Fitzgerald
Victoria Point, QLD+13
Brisbane · West Brisbane
Anstead is a tranquil, semi-rural suburb in Brisbane's west, defined by its lush greenery, large acreage properties, and a peaceful, country-like atmosphere. Dominated by owner-occupiers, it fosters a close-knit community feel among its residents, who value the open spaces and natural setting provided by the adjacent Brisbane River and Moggill Conservation Park. It offers a quiet retreat while remaining within a manageable commute of the Brisbane CBD.
Market snapshot
Price register · May 2026
Median house
$1.35M - $1.80M
Mid-band $1.57Mspread 29%
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Median unit
Detached-home market
No comparable transactions in this category.
Days on market
~46-106 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
2.3% to 3.3%
Gross yield on house stock. Premium suburbs compress.
5-year house-price growth
+75% to +95%
cumulative since 2021Who buys here
Established families seeking acreage · High-income professionals · Equestrian enthusiasts
5-year trend
Modelled trajectory anchored on aggregated 5-year median figures. Indicative; not month-by-month observed data.
Market analysis
The Anstead property market is a unique, tightly held enclave characterized by high-value acreage homes and a very low volume of transactions. The median house price sits at a premium, currently around $1.58 million. However, the market has recently experienced a notable correction, with a 12-month growth figure of -7.2%, a significant swing from the strong average annual growth seen over the past five years. This volatility is a direct consequence of the low number of sales; with only around 28 houses sold in the last year, individual high or low sales can dramatically skew the median.
Demand for the area remains fundamentally strong, driven by its high-income demographic and the scarcity of large, semi-rural lots so close to a major city. Properties that do come to market are often sought after by a specific buyer archetype looking for lifestyle and space. Despite this, the average time a property spends on the market is a lengthy 76 days, suggesting that while demand exists, buyers are patient and price-sensitive in this upper price bracket. The suburb is almost exclusively comprised of owner-occupied houses, with a rental population of less than 10%. Consequently, rental data is sparse and not a primary driver of the market; the rental yield of approximately 2.8% is secondary to the capital growth thesis for most buyers.
Supply is constrained by the very nature of the suburb—there are no new land releases or high-density developments planned. Future infrastructure plans include a long-proposed transport corridor connecting the Centenary and Warrego Highways, which could one day impact the area, but this remains a distant prospect. For now, the market's trajectory is dictated by the broader prestige market's health and the willingness of a small pool of homeowners to list their tightly held properties. Investors here are not seeking yield but long-term capital appreciation, betting on the enduring appeal of Anstead's unique green-space-meets-city-fringe proposition.
Anstead offers a rare investment in lifestyle and legacy, where capital growth is cultivated by scarcity and the enduring demand for green space near the city.
Why a buyers agent
In a suburb as tightly held as Anstead, with only a couple of dozen sales per year, a significant portion of transactions occurs off-market or through established local networks. An expert buyer's agent provides access to these opportunities that the average buyer will never see on public portals. Understanding the nuances of acreage properties—including land usability, flood overlays from the Brisbane River, and bushfire management requirements—is critical. An agent with on-the-ground experience can identify the true value and potential pitfalls of a specific property, which can vary dramatically from one block to the next. They can also navigate the volatile pricing data, ensuring you don't overpay based on a skewed median, and advise on which properties represent genuine long-term value in this unique, aspirational enclave.
Enjoy the space, privacy, and tranquility of large acreage blocks, a rare find just 21km from the heart of Brisbane. It's a perfect escape without sacrificing city connections.
With the Brisbane River, Anstead Bushland Reserve, and Moggill Conservation Park at your doorstep, the suburb is a haven for horse riding, bushwalking, and enjoying the outdoors.
The low turnover of properties and high owner-occupier rate create a stable, close-knit community and ensure the suburb remains an exclusive and desirable enclave, protecting long-term property values.
Anstead is home to a high-income demographic and is considered an aspirational suburb. This underpins property values and ensures a high standard of homes and maintenance throughout the area.
The place
Anstead is a prestigious semi-rural suburb located approximately 21 kilometres south-west of the Brisbane CBD, known for its expansive properties and tranquil natural environment. Its character is defined by a blend of rural charm and modern luxury, with large homes set on acreage blocks, many of which are used for equestrian purposes or simply to enjoy the space and privacy. The suburb is bordered by the Brisbane River and is home to significant green spaces, including the Anstead Bushland Reserve and the large Moggill Conservation Park, which offer residents extensive trails for bushwalking, horse riding, and wildlife spotting.
There are no schools located within Anstead itself. Families are served by schools in adjacent suburbs, with the primary feeder schools being Moggill State School for primary education and Kenmore State High School for secondary students. This lack of internal amenities reinforces the suburb's quiet, residential nature.
Retail and dining options are also found in neighbouring areas. The closest shopping precincts are Bellbowrie Plaza Shopping Centre and the Moggill Village Shopping Centre, which provide supermarkets, cafes, and essential services. For a wider range of options, residents travel to the larger commercial hubs of Kenmore or Indooroopilly Shopping Centre.
Transport in Anstead is heavily car-dependent. The main thoroughfare is Mount Crosby Road, which connects residents to Moggill and Kenmore. While public transport is limited, some Translink bus services run along the main roads, connecting to the train station at Indooroopilly for onward journeys to the CBD. The lifestyle is one of planned trips rather than spontaneous convenience, a trade-off residents willingly make for the peace and space the suburb affords.
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