South East Queensland property market update Q1 2025

South East Queensland property market update Q1 2025

With the first quarter of 2025 behind us, all eyes are on how the South-East Queensland property market will perform as we head into Q2. CoreLogic’s latest Housing Chart Pack offers national insights – but for buyers, sellers, and investors in Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast, it’s the local data that really matters.

From quarterly growth in values to ongoing buyer activity and steady rental demand, the numbers show that South-East Queensland continues to hold strong in a changing market.

Here’s what the latest figures reveal about where the market is headed – and what that could mean for your next move.

 

Property Value Growth Continues in South-East Queensland

Australia’s residential real estate market reached a new milestone, with CoreLogic estimating the total value hit $11.3 trillion in March. But it’s South-East Queensland that’s drawing continued attention thanks to its steady price growth and consistent demand.

Across the region:

– Brisbane values rose 0.9% over the quarter

– Regional Queensland (including the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast) climbed 1.4%

– These figures outpaced both Sydney (0.4%) and Melbourne (0.3%)

Whether you’re buying your first property or looking to expand your investment portfolio, South-East Queensland continues to present real opportunity – especially compared to larger capitals where growth has slowed.

 

Buyer Demand Remains Resilient Across the Region

CoreLogic recorded an estimated 42,553 property sales nationally in March. Over the past year, 528,212 homes have changed hands – marking a 4.6% rise on last year and sitting 4.1% above the five-year average.

In South-East Queensland, this trend is clearly visible:

– Brisbane remains one of the most active capital city markets

– Lifestyle locations like the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast continue to attract both owner-occupiers and investors, drawn by strong fundamentals and relative affordability

This level of activity shows that buyer interest is still high – even in the face of rising borrowing costs.

 

Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell – But That’s Not the Whole Story

Nationally, the median time to sell a property has increased from 30 to 40 days over the past year.

But many areas in South-East Queensland are performing differently:

– In-demand suburbs across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast are still seeing quicker sales, particularly for properties that are well-presented and accurately priced

– Sellers are taking advantage of well-informed marketing strategies to attract serious buyers and minimise days on market

If you’re preparing to list, it’s a good time to focus on quality presentation and a pricing strategy backed by local data.

 

What’s Going On with Rental Prices?

The national rental growth rate has slowed to 3.8% – the lowest in four years. But South-East Queensland is again bucking the trend.

– Rental demand remains high in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast due to continued population growth and tight vacancy rates

– Gross rental yields in Brisbane sit at approximately 4.4%, one of the most attractive capital city returns

– Investors are still finding excellent long-term value, especially when supported by local property management and smart acquisition strategies

 

What to Expect in the Months Ahead

The cash rate is currently holding steady at 4.1%, but speculation is building around another possible rate cut as early as May.

This could further energise:

– First-home buyers, who are already making up 29.2% of new owner-occupier lending

– Investors, who continue to make up around 37% of all new loans, with Queensland above the national average

 

For South-East Queensland, this means we could see an uptick in buyer activity, particularly from those wanting to secure their next move before competition increases.

Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or invest in Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, or the Gold Coast, local insight matters more than ever.

Our team is based throughout South-East Queensland, and working across these communities every day. If you want advice tailored to your property goals – or simply want to understand how market trends apply to your suburb – we’re here to help.