Calamvale 2025 – Units vs Townhouses for Investors
Understanding buyer trends, yield performance, and why Calamvale remains one of Brisbane’s most consistent investor suburbs.
Overview – Calamvale's Investment Credentials
Calamvale has quietly remained one of the most stable rental markets in Brisbane’s southern corridor for the last 5 years.
With low vacancy, diverse tenant demand, and modern stock between 2005–2020, it continues to attract:
Rentvestors
SMSFs
First-time landlords
Investors upgrading from underperforming metro markets
And in 2025, there's a clear split forming between two product types:
Units vs Townhouses.
Norton’s helps local owners sell both property types — always as exclusive selling agents, never general listings — with no upfront cost for photography, drone, or videography.
Product Type Comparison – Units vs Townhouses in Calamvale
Feature | Units | Townhouses |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price (2025) | $385K–$445K+ | $515K–$610K+ |
Rent (median) | $410–$430/week+ | $500–$560/week+ |
Gross Yield | 4.8%–5.3% | 4.7%–5.0% |
Typical Strata | $70–$85/week | $50–$65/week |
Vacancy Rate | 1.4% | 1.1% |
Buyer Profile | Investors, singles, young couples | Families, shared leases, professionals |
Property Age Range | 2012–2020 | 2005–2022 |
Resale Audience | Narrow (investors only) | Broader (investors + owner-occupiers) |
Investor Insight:
Townhouses offer broader resale flexibility and lower risk for capital stagnation due to appeal with both investors and owner-occupiers.
Rental Demand Trends in 2025
Units
Strong interest from students, single professionals, and FIFO workers
Turnover slightly higher than townhouses (average 11.2 months tenancy)
More demand for 1–2 bed, ground-floor layouts with outdoor space
Townhouses
Preferred by dual-income couples and families
More long-term leases: 12–18 months on average
Higher retention = lower property management costs over time
Norton’s leasing data (Jan–May 2025) shows townhouses averaging 3.7 applications per listing, compared to 2.1 for units.
Key Complexes & Streets (Investor Hotspots)
Street / Estate | Product Type | Why It Performs Well |
|---|---|---|
Menser Street | Townhouses | Family appeal + school proximity |
Calam Road | Units + Townhouses | Transport corridor + value |
Benhiam Street Corridor | Townhouses | Multiple complexes, stable rents |
Nottingham Road | Townhouses | Quiet, near parklands |
Greenspire Street Pockets | Newer Units | Modern builds, low-maintenance appeal |
Who’s Buying in 2025?
Buyer Group | Property Preference | Buying Motivation |
|---|---|---|
Local investors | Townhouses | Strong rental + equity balance |
Sydney & Melbourne FHBs | Units | Affordable Brisbane entry |
SMSF trustees | Townhouses with new leases | Consistent income, low touch |
Owner-occupiers (young) | Upgraded townhouses | Live-in potential + investment upside |
Norton’s actively matches sellers with buyers in these categories using off-market lists and segmented buyer pipelines.
Marketing Strategy – How Norton’s Sells in Calamvale
We specialise in exclusive, data-backed campaigns, including:
Free professional photography
Drone photography
Interior videography (no extra cost)
Targeted advertising to investor and live-in buyer audiences
Off-market previews to active buyer lists (qualified)
We are not generalist agents.
We only take on listings where we know we can match the property type to our local buyer segments.
Common Mistakes Sellers Make
Listing with agencies unfamiliar with Calamvale investor trends
Pricing units the same as townhouses
Ignoring differences in buyer audiences between layouts
Not presenting rental appraisals with the listing
Paying for marketing before establishing real buyer intent
We help avoid these issues by providing a sale strategy first, not a listing ad.
When to Sell – Market Timing Indicators
Calamvale has seen:
7.8% capital growth YoY on townhouses
Slight plateau on 2-bed units
Continued rent growth of 3–5% on both product types
This suggests now is an ideal time for townhouse owners to sell into rising demand, and unit owners to exit before yield softens further.
Ready to Sell in Calamvale?
Norton’s Real Estate acts as dedicated selling agents for Calamvale townhouse and unit owners.
We don’t charge for marketing.
We don’t wait for enquiry — we target qualified buyers.
📞 Call our Calamvale Investment Sales Team
⚠️ Legal Disclaimer
This article is general in nature. Norton’s Real Estate Agency disclaims liability for investment, tax, or property decisions made from this blog. Always consult with a financial advisor or property planner before selling or investing.