Jaye Kershler
Mooloolaba, QLD+25
Sunshine Coast, QLD
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Australia's lifestyle migration capital. Local expertise makes the difference.
The Sunshine Coast market stretches from beachfront Noosa to elevated Buderim to the Aura growth corridor. Micro-markets vary dramatically in price, lifestyle, and growth trajectory. A local agent understands every pocket.
The Sunshine Coast is Australia's fastest-growing lifestyle destination. Interstate buyers need an agent who understands the local market dynamics, council planning rules, and which areas will benefit most from infrastructure investment.
In Noosa and the premium coastal pockets, many properties change hands before reaching the public market. A connected local agent gives you access to opportunities that online searches will never surface.
The emerging CBD of the Coast
Growth corridor
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CBD development
Growth driver
Very high
Demand
Maroochydore is undergoing a generational transformation. The new Maroochydore CBD project - a purpose-built city centre on the former Horton Park golf course - is the most significant development on the Sunshine Coast in decades. The suburb already serves as the commercial heart of the region, and the new CBD will bring residential towers, commercial office space, and a future heavy rail connection. Existing property values are rising in anticipation of this infrastructure investment.
A broad mix of young professionals, families, and retirees. The commercial centre draws workers from across the region. Growing population of remote workers and interstate migrants attracted by the lifestyle and improving urban amenity.
Cotton Tree is the lifestyle highlight - a beachside parkland precinct at the mouth of the Maroochy River offering calm swimming, kayaking, and picnic areas. Sunshine Plaza is the region's major shopping centre. The Esplanade offers a long beachfront walk. Maroochydore Surf Club anchors the beach community.
Australia's premier lifestyle address
Ultra-premium
Market
Scarcity & prestige
Growth driver
Extreme
Demand
Noosa Heads is one of Australia's most exclusive coastal addresses, with a median house price that rivals Sydney's eastern suburbs. Supply is permanently constrained by Noosa National Park to the east, the river to the south, and strict council height limits that prevent high-rise development. This scarcity underpins exceptional long-term capital growth. The market attracts ultra-high-net-worth buyers from across Australia and internationally.
Affluent retirees, business owners, and creative professionals. Significant population of Sydney and Melbourne sea-changers who made the move during and after COVID. The demographic is older and wealthier than most Sunshine Coast suburbs, with a strong community of long-term residents who actively protect the area's character.
Noosa National Park is the crown jewel - coastal walking trails, pristine beaches, and koala spotting draw visitors year-round. Hastings Street is the dining and retail strip, with restaurants, boutiques, and galleries. Noosa Main Beach is one of Australia's few north-facing beaches, offering calm, sheltered swimming. The Noosa Farmers Market is a weekend institution.
Family-friendly southern gateway
Affordable coastal
Market
Aura growth corridor
Growth driver
Strong
Demand
Caloundra anchors the southern Sunshine Coast and benefits from proximity to the massive Aura master-planned community and the future CAMCOS rail corridor. The established town centre offers a mix of older beachside homes, apartments, and newer townhouse developments. It is more affordable than the central and northern Sunshine Coast, making it attractive to first-home buyers and families. The Caloundra South development area will add thousands of new homes over the coming decade.
Families, retirees, and first-home buyers seeking coastal living at a more accessible price point. Defence force personnel from nearby Caloundra Barracks. Growing commuter population as Brisbane workers shift to remote and hybrid arrangements.
Multiple beaches define Caloundra - Kings Beach (patrolled, family-friendly), Bulcock Beach (calm, town centre adjacent), Moffat Beach (surf, cafes), and Dicky Beach (quieter). The coastal boardwalk connects these beaches with a scenic walking path. Caloundra Street is the main retail strip with independent shops and dining.
The beach lifestyle benchmark
Premium coastal
Market
Lifestyle demand
Growth driver
Very high
Demand
Mooloolaba is the Sunshine Coast's most popular beachside suburb, combining a stunning north-facing beach with an established esplanade dining strip and marina precinct. The market is dominated by apartments and townhouses, with a smaller number of freestanding homes in the streets behind the esplanade. Recent foreshore redevelopment has further enhanced the area's appeal. Competition is strong and properties move quickly.
Professional couples, downsizers, and lifestyle-focused buyers. Strong interstate migration from Sydney and Melbourne. The suburb attracts both owner-occupiers who want walkable beachside living and investors drawn to holiday letting yields.
Mooloolaba Beach is consistently rated among Queensland's best - north-facing, patrolled, and calm for swimming. The Esplanade has been redeveloped with improved parklands, dining precincts, and pedestrian access. The Wharf precinct at Mooloolaba Harbour offers waterfront dining and fishing charter access. SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and the underwater world experience add tourism appeal.
The hinterland family enclave
Established premium
Market
School catchments
Growth driver
High
Demand
Buderim is the Sunshine Coast's premier elevated suburb, perched on a plateau above Maroochydore and Mooloolaba with views to the coast and the hinterland ranges. Large, established homes on generous lots define the market. The suburb has long been the first choice for Sunshine Coast families, driven by excellent private school options and a strong community. Supply is limited as turnover is low - owners tend to stay.
Established families, professionals, and medical practitioners (the suburb's proximity to Sunshine Coast University Hospital is a factor). Higher household incomes than the coastal suburbs. Strong owner-occupier community with multi-generational ties.
Buderim Village is the heart of the community - a heritage-listed main street with cafes, a bookshop, and Saturday markets. Buderim Forest Park offers rainforest walking trails within the suburb. The elevated position means cooler breezes and panoramic views. The community feel is distinct from the beachside suburbs - quieter, more established, and family-oriented.
Laid-back coastal village
Strong coastal
Market
Lifestyle migration
Growth driver
High
Demand
Coolum Beach offers the Sunshine Coast's most authentic village lifestyle - less developed than Mooloolaba, more affordable than Noosa, and with a strong local community that resists over-commercialisation. The market is predominantly freestanding homes and low-rise apartments. Growth has been steady and strong, driven by lifestyle migrants who discover Coolum after initially looking at Noosa and finding it out of reach.
Families, semi-retirees, and remote workers seeking a genuine coastal community. Lower tourist density than Mooloolaba or Noosa creates a more residential feel. Active sporting community with strong surf club and sporting associations.
Coolum Beach is a long, uncrowded stretch of sand backed by dunes and parkland. Mount Coolum provides a challenging but rewarding hike with panoramic views. The village centre has cafes, a small supermarket, and independent shops without the tourist strip feel. The Coolum Surf Club is the community anchor. Peregian Beach to the north offers an even quieter extension of the lifestyle.
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Create Your Free ProfileSunshine Coast Airport is 10 minutes north. The future Sunshine Coast Mass Transit corridor will connect Maroochydore to Caloundra and the CAMCOS heavy rail link to Brisbane. Current public transport relies on bus services. Road access via the Sunshine Motorway is good.
Maroochydore State School, Maroochydore State High School, Sunshine Coast Grammar (private). Good proximity to University of the Sunshine Coast via a short drive.
Properties within walking distance of the new CBD precinct are expected to benefit most from the development uplift. Cotton Tree beachfront apartments are tightly held and rarely come to market - act quickly when they do. Check council zoning maps carefully, as several areas are earmarked for higher-density development which can affect existing residents. The northern side of the Maroochy River offers quieter living with good access.
No direct rail connection - Noosa is car-dependent. Nambour and Cooroy stations on the North Coast line are the nearest rail options (30-40 minutes' drive). Sunshine Coast Airport is approximately 30 minutes south. Local bus services connect to Noosa Junction and Tewantin.
Noosa District State High School, Good Shepherd Lutheran College, St Teresa's Catholic College in Noosaville. The school catchment is smaller than suburban areas but well-regarded.
Expect intense competition for anything in the Hastings Street to Little Cove precinct. Off-market transactions are common at the premium end - a well-connected local agent is essential. Properties with national park frontage or river views are the most tightly held. Be aware that Noosa Council enforces strict building height and character controls, which protects values but limits renovation scope. Short-stay letting regulations are tightening - check council rules if buying for investment.
Bus services connect to the broader Sunshine Coast network. The CAMCOS heavy rail corridor from Beerwah to Maroochydore will pass through Caloundra, dramatically improving Brisbane connectivity when completed. The Bruce Highway is accessible via Caloundra Road. Brisbane CBD is approximately 90 minutes by car.
Caloundra State School, Caloundra State High School, Unity College (private), Our Lady of the Rosary. The Aura development will add new schools to the catchment.
Kings Beach apartments offer the best entry point for beachfront living on the Sunshine Coast. Moffat Beach is the emerging lifestyle pocket with a village feel and strong capital growth. Properties in the established town centre are better positioned for the future rail connection than outer growth areas. Check the Caloundra South Priority Development Area plans - they will significantly change the southern fringe over the next 10-15 years.
Bus services connect to Maroochydore and the broader network. The future mass transit corridor may include Mooloolaba. Sunshine Coast Airport is 15 minutes north. The Sunshine Motorway provides road connectivity to Brisbane (approximately 100 minutes).
Mooloolaba State School, Mountain Creek State High School nearby. Buderim's private schools (Matthew Flinders, Immanuel Lutheran) are within a 10-minute drive.
Beachfront apartments on the Esplanade are the premium asset class - north-facing units with unobstructed ocean views are the most sought-after. The streets between the Esplanade and Brisbane Road offer more affordable entry with walkability to the beach. Older apartment buildings may face significant body corporate levies for facade and structural maintenance - always check the sinking fund. The Mooloolaba Wharf precinct is being redeveloped, which will affect nearby property values positively.
Car-dependent. The Sunshine Motorway provides access to the coastal strip (Mooloolaba is 10 minutes downhill) and Brisbane. Bus services connect to Maroochydore. The future mass transit corridor will improve connectivity for Buderim residents commuting to the coast or Brisbane.
Matthew Flinders Anglican College, Immanuel Lutheran College, Chancellor State College, Buderim Mountain State School. The concentration of quality schools is Buderim's primary property value driver.
Properties on the eastern escarpment with ocean views command the highest premiums - expect 20-30% above equivalent homes without views. The Buderim Mountain State School catchment is highly sought-after. Older homes on large lots (800sqm+) offer renovation or subdivision potential, though council has tightened subdivision rules in recent years. Some areas have limited stormwater infrastructure, so check drainage during heavy rain periods before purchasing.
Car-dependent. The Sunshine Motorway connects south to Maroochydore (15 minutes) and the Bruce Highway for Brisbane access. Sunshine Coast Airport is approximately 20 minutes south. Bus services are limited compared to the central coast suburbs.
Coolum State School, Coolum State High School. Private school options require travel to Buderim or Maroochydore. The local schools are well-regarded and reflect the community-oriented character of the suburb.
Properties east of David Low Way (the beach side) are the premium pocket, particularly in the streets closest to the patrolled beach area. Mount Coolum views add value on the western side. The suburb has strict building height limits that protect the village character and long-term values. Check for termite history - the coastal bush setting means active termite management is essential. Coolum is a better lifestyle buy than investment play, as rental yields are moderate compared to the central Coast.
