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October 5, 2024

Popular Suburbs To Buy a Home In Brisbane

Being one of the fastest growing cities in Australia, thousands are rushing to secure their permanent home for the foreseeable future. With rising interest comes rising prices, meaning the sooner you ...
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Being one of the fastest growing cities in Australia, thousands are rushing to secure their permanent home for the foreseeable future. With rising interest comes rising prices, meaning the sooner you sign a deal, the better.

Whether you’re looking for granny flats or luxury homes, there are plenty of options to choose from in Brisbane’s suburbs in 2018. We’ve compiled a list of popular suburbs in and around Brisbane and categorised them according to their location and to your potential price range. Check it out!

$500,000 And Below

East

  • Murarrie: Modern, chamferboard homes
  • Alexandra Hills: When you’re looking for a reliable suburb that will offer good returns, while also being just half an hour to CBD
  • Wakerley: Great location, being right next to City and the Bayside, and isolated from the rest of the area with large blocks
  • Tingalpa: If you want a location that’s just a quick drive from popular destinations like Hawthorne and Bulimba precinct
  • Banyo: Awesome location, accessible to the bus and train and CBD, with high potential for returns. Many nearby emerging services
  • Redcliffe: One of the more inexpensive suburbs with an oceanside view, and a brand-new rail link to increase accessibility
  • North Geebung: One of the top growers over the next few years, with emerging markets setting up shop nearby such as the Chermside mall
  • Narangba: Affordable homes, and the go-to suburb in this location

West

  • Oxley: Quiet, calm, and peaceful, with neighbours who are happy to make new friends. If you’re looking for a community, this is the place for you
  • Forest Lake: One of the newer suburbs with a variety of nearby amenities, with plenty of homes just out of construction
  • Arana Hills: Quality, value, and an amazing location
  • Riverhills: Legacy Way has opened up access to Riverhills from the city, making this a much more pleasant object for affordable living
  • Ipswich: Homes in this area are expected to shoot up in value ASAP, so it’s important to get your foot in the door now

South

  • Rochedale: Attractive, new, and fresh vibrant communities. A great place for the first time homeowner looking to settle in
  • Springfield: Hit two birds with one stone: stay near the CBD while sticking to the Ipswich Council location
  • Rochedale South: A great area if you want to live south, with tons of new homes opening all the time
  • Acacia Ridge: An area that gives you the affluent suburban feel without the high price

Sunshine Coast

  • Caloundra: A lot of great opportunities opening up over the next few years, if you need some time before making your purchase. Near the beach and great for those working in Brisbane
  • Sippy Downs: An ideal, affordable location for those connected with Sunshine Coast University

Gold Coast

  • Varsity Lakes: Small, quiet, and safe. Great for owners looking to live near Robina Town Centre or Bond University
  • Ashmore: Homey, comfortable blocks sold with irresistible value
  • Hope Island: When you want to live near the beaches and have accessibility to Brisbane, Hope Island is a nice place for first time owners
  • Upper Coomera: Safe and secure, with constant evolution in communities and new homes. An ideal place to stay in the city while living out of it

$500,000 – $1,000,000

East

  • Manly: Families that like the coastal life without being too far from the city will love it here
  • Camp Hill: Located right in the middle of the east, your family will have plenty of opportunity for a full life here
  • Carina: 5 years of growth with no signs of stopping any time soon
  • Carindale: Need everything a city can offer? With green spaces, shopping, and fun entertainment, you’ll never be bored
  • Cannon Hill: Affordable, peaceful, and stunning
  • Kalinga: Awesome place for schools and a great proximity to the city, but might be priced at the higher end
  • Bracken Ridge: A lively community with many shopping centres sporting local items
  • Wavell Heights: Fast commute, plenty of space, quality homes, and tons of potential for family living

West

  • Auchenflower: If you’re looking for a home with promising resale value, this area is a safe pick
  • Chapel Hill: Plenty of greenspaces and prestigious schools in the area
  • Toowong: Known as the local hub for education, Toowong is well-associated with St. Lucia
  • Kenmore: A perfect place for a young family, with more and more community hotspots like eateries and friendly bars opening every year

South

  • Macgregor: Still widely unknown, this area will probably be one of the most popular locations over the next few years
  • Rochedale South: An ideal location for raising a family
  • Tarragindi: If you need accessibility to an easy commute, Tarragindi offers a large motorway in all directions
  • Daisy Hill: Large, homey, peaceful residential areas
  • Mount Gravatt East: You will have everything you need for family living here, with parks, popular schools, and trusted public transportation

Sunshine Coast

  • Buderim: This high ground location is ideal for families, with tight community ties, award-winning schools, and access to the beach
  • Coolum: Plenty of new developments in infrastructure and residential living over the last few years, making this one of the latest hotspots for new families
  • Moffat Beach: Live right next to the beach and enjoy the simple living at Moffat Beach

Gold Coast

  • Parkwood: Love golfing? This area offers that and more, with transport accessibility being right in the centre of the area
  • Hope Island: Large homes, fun lifestyle, and great for commuters on the M1
  • Palm Beach: Live that fun family lifestyle mixed with the beach community experience
  • Elanora: Affordable, and right next to the beach

$1,000,000 And Above

East

  • Manly: A top community of large, luxurious homes while offering the coastal community life that’s just a few minutes from the city
  • Balmoral: You’ll never run out of things to do here, with shopping centre, restaurants, cafes, and stunning views
  • East Brisbane: Investors love this location, which has good connection with Stones Corner, Woolloongabba, and Kangaroo Point
  • Hawthorne: Live riverside at Hawthorne and experience colonial refurbished Queensland homes
  • Highgate Hill: Selling at an average of over a million dollars a home, this location is primed to continue growing in value
  • West End: Strong community, prestigious schools, and reliable public services
  • Hamilton: Live next to the river in a community that embraces culture, heritage, and entertainment
  • Ascot: A heartland Brisbane community for classic yet timeless luxury residences
  • Coorparoo: Old, new, classic, modern, Coorparoo offers both sides of the story, with both character and modern living built into this luxury community
  • Clayfield: Many hidden gems in this area, with gorgeous homes selling for less than they are worth

West

  • Brookfield: One of the prime destinations for luxury homes in Brisbane, due to its privacy and large space
  • Paddington: Affluence and character roll together in this vibrant community
  • St. Lucia: This area has a long history of generational homes, so securing a residence here includes you in a tight and old community
  • Chelmer: Looking for a green, riverside area that is highly renovated? Chelmer is the place to be

Sunshine Coast

  • Noosa: What more could you want from a beachfront luxury home?
  • Alexandra Headland: Growing year after year, this area will be one of the most popular luxury residential areas over the next few years
  • Sunrise: Relaxed, peaceful, and tranquil area for those seeking fun living on the beach

Gold Coast

  • Broadbeach Waters: The best waterfront homes that money can buy, with plenty of eateries, shops, prestigious schools, and entertainment areas
  • Palm Beach: Top beachfront property in a community rapidly growing with fine establishments and tons of value
  • Paradise Point: One of the more high-demand luxury locations in the area, you can’t go wrong at Paradise Point

Looking to Buy In Brisbane? Why Not Try a Granny Flat?

With tons of areas for all price ranges high in demand in Brisbane, it’s easy to see why Brisbane is one of the fastest growing cities in all of Australia. Property and new homes are rising in price and value every year, and everyone is itching to secure their home as soon as they can.

But if you’re looking for another option, one choice that many people forget about is the granny flat. Investing in a granny flat allows you to secure your property while the price is still affordable without having to build an entire large home on it. Live in your dream suburb and cut down on your expenses by a ton with a high-quality granny flat from Hoek Modular Homes.

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