Loganholme Commercial Real Estate – Your Guide to an Emerging Growth Corridor

Loganholme might not have the glitz of a coastal suburb, but when it comes to commercial real estate, this area offers something increasingly valuable: space, connectivity, and growth potential. Strategically positioned roughly halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, Loganholme sits at the crossroads of two major motorways (the M1 Pacific Motorway and the Logan Motorway), making it a prime location for businesses that service South-East Queensland. In this blog, we’ll delve into the commercial property scene in Loganholme – from large-format retail around the Logan Hyperdome, to industrial and redevelopment blocks poised to benefit from surging population growth. We’ll keep it factual and professional, focusing on the opportunities (and some challenges) of selling commercial property here, and provide tips on how to appeal to investors or companies eyeing this booming corridor.

Why Loganholme? Location, Infrastructure, and Affordability

Loganholme’s biggest ace is its strategic location. It lies in the City of Logan, right where the M1 (running north-south) and the Logan Motorway (running west) intersect. This junction is one of Queensland’s busiest and puts Loganholme within easy reach of:

• Brisbane CBD: Approximately 30 km to the north (around a 25-30 minute drive outside of peak hours).

• Gold Coast: Around 45-50 km to the south (about a 30-40 minute drive to central Gold Coast).

• Port of Brisbane and Brisbane Airport: Via the Logan Motorway and Gateway Motorway, heavy vehicles can reach the port/airport without going through city traffic, which is a huge plus for distribution businesses.

For commercial enterprises, this means Loganholme is a logistics and retail sweet spot. It’s no surprise that the area around the motorway interchange has developed into a significant commercial node. The Logan Hyperdome shopping centre and its surrounding precinct form one of the largest retail/entertainment complexes in the region, drawing consumers from across Logan and northern Gold Coast. The Hyperdome site (44 hectares including the mall, adjacent big-box stores, and developable land) was such a prized asset that it sold for $678.7 million in 2025, one of the biggest retail property transactions in Australia that year. This acquisition underscores investor confidence in Loganholme’s long-term potential as a regional “town centre.” The buyers (MA Financial) noted the site is in a major South-East Queensland growth corridor and yields about 7.25% fully leased – attractive by big city standards. They also have 9 hectares of surplus land to further develop, signalling belief that demand will support more commercial facilities here.

Beyond retail, Loganholme’s location has spurred growth in industrial and warehousing uses, particularly to the west towards Loganlea and Crestmead. While Loganholme proper has limited industrial estates (a few around the Tanah Merah area and near the Logan River), it benefits from being part of Logan City which is aggressively positioning itself as a logistics hub. According to the Logan Office of Economic Development, the city offers affordable land and a well-developed transport network, making it ideal for warehouses and distribution – in fact, warehousing and logistics is one of Logan’s target industries. For a commercial property seller in Loganholme, this means that if you have land or an older facility, you might attract developers or owner-occupiers from crowded Brisbane markets seeking expansion space at a lower cost.

Affordability is another key lure. Land values and rents in Loganholme are generally more affordable than Brisbane’s industrial precincts or the Gold Coast’s prime areas. This affordability is drawing in both businesses and residents (who then fuel business growth). Logan’s population is set to grow by more than 50% over the next two decades, to around 548,000. That explosive growth – one of the fastest in Australia – means a huge increase in local consumers and workforce. With over $18 billion in infrastructure projects underway in Logan to support this expansion, including motorway upgrades and new community facilities, the region is rapidly modernising. Loganholme specifically benefits from the M1 upgrades (widening projects to alleviate peak-hour congestion), which will make access even smoother.

In short, selling Loganholme means selling connectivity and future growth. Companies that want easy highway access and a foothold in a growth corridor find those boxes ticked here. And investors see that as population and traffic increases, so will demand for everything from shopping to storage – boosting rents and values.

Commercial Property Landscape in Loganholme

Loganholme’s commercial properties can be grouped into a few categories, each appealing to different buyer segments:

• Large-Format Retail & Office (Hyperdome area): The vicinity of Logan Hyperdome (situated on Bryants Road and Pacific Highway) includes not only the mall, but also standalone retail showrooms (furniture outlets, auto retailers), fast food chains, and a commercial office park (such as the Campus Alpha offices on Armstrong Rd). If you’re selling a property in this node, your likely buyers might be institutional (for a big asset like part of a shopping centre) or private investors and owner-occupiers for smaller strips and offices. Emphasize the drawing power of the Hyperdome – it recorded record trading performance in 2025, indicating strong customer traffic. Also mention the presence of national anchor tenants (Coles, Woolworths, IKEA nearby in Slacks Creek) – these increase customer visits that spill over to other businesses. For offices, highlight the ample parking and public transport (Loganholme has a major bus interchange at the Hyperdome). Also, any property here benefits from the established “town centre” feel – there’s dining, banking, childcare, etc., which is attractive for office tenants and retail staff alike.

• Light Industrial / Warehouses: Along the Pacific Hwy service road and in pockets near the Logan River, there are warehouses, trade workshops, and small factories. These are often in demand by owner-occupiers – think local manufacturing, construction companies, automotive workshops – who want proximity to both Brisbane and Gold Coast clients. If selling a warehouse or industrial land, point out connectivity (we can’t stress that enough), any flood immunity or lack thereof (areas near the river might need mention of 2017 flood levels if applicable, just to be transparent), and relative cost value: e.g., “At $X per sqm of land, this site offers far better value than similar sites closer to Brisbane, with no compromise on access.” Also, many industrial buyers will be interested in land for redevelopment into modern logistics facilities. If your site is older with a low-site coverage shed, a buyer might plan to build a larger warehouse. Provide info on zoning (Logan City’s planning scheme – e.g., Mixed-Use or Industrial zone parameters), and if possible, preliminary development ideas. The fact that Logan has an Economic Development Zone incentives program is worth noting – the council sometimes gives concessions or fast-tracked approvals for desirable developments. This could be a cherry on top for a developer considering Loganholme.

• Future Development Land (Residential/Commercial Mixed): Loganholme still has some pockets of undeveloped or underdeveloped land, including large residential blocks that might be rezoned. With the predicted population surge, some older residential parts of Loganholme might transition to higher density or commercial uses, especially near transport nodes. If you have a large land parcel, highlight proximity to infrastructure (maybe a planned train station on the future Gold Coast-Beaudesert line? Not confirmed for Loganholme, but nearby Loganlea is getting upgrades including a station relocation). Also mention services available (water, sewer) and any flood-free portions. Developers who missed out on expensive Brisbane land are looking at Logan for new projects, evidenced by estates like those in nearby Cornubia and Carbrook. While those are more residential, a savvy investor might land-bank a Loganholme site betting on future zoning changes given the growth trajectory.

• Tourism & Roadside Commercial: Being on the highway corridor means opportunities for motels, service stations, and fast-food outlets. If your property falls in this category – say a motel or a petrol station – stress the traffic counts on the M1 (hundreds of thousands of vehicles a day pass Loganholme). The upcoming Olympics 2032 is even expected to boost drive tourism in the region, as SEQ draws international visitors. Loganholme’s location as a gateway means businesses catering to travellers (hotels, RV centers, large service stations) can do very well. Recent trends show big players like Ampol and BP have been upgrading highway service centers – any hint that one might come or that the area could sustain another could intrigue buyers.

The Growth Corridor Story: How to Pitch Loganholme’s Future

When selling in an emerging area like Loganholme, you’re often selling the future story as much as the present reality. Here are some points to weave into your narrative or due diligence pack:

• Logan’s Economic Trajectory: The City of Logan’s GRP (Gross Regional Product) has been growing around 3.9% annually, outpacing many other regions. Unemployment has been trending down as new businesses set up shop. You could include snippets like “Logan recorded its highest jobs growth in 15 years. A growing economy means greater demand for commercial space – from retail to offices to industrial. For instance, more residents = more shops needed; more e-commerce demand = more warehouses needed. Frame your property as being in the path of this growth. Perhaps mention major companies investing in Logan (as per that LOED excerpt: DHL, Zarraffa’s Coffee HQ, etc., have put operations in Logan).

• Infrastructure Bonanza: Nothing gives credibility to growth like big infrastructure projects. For Loganholme, the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrades (widening from Loganholme to Eight Mile Plains) are crucial – slated or ongoing, with hundreds of millions being spent. Likewise, the Logan Motorway Enhancement Project ($512M) recently improved interchanges and capacity. There’s also been talk of future rail or rapid bus connections linking Loganholme (at Hyperdome) to Brisbane/GCoast – as part of longer-term planning (e.g., extending the South East Busway or creating an interchange at Loganholme for buses). Even if early, mention of government studying a Loganholme public transport hub can spark interest. And don’t forget social infrastructure: new schools, hospital upgrades (Logan Hospital is getting a $480M upgrade, which isn’t in Loganholme but serves the region), etc., increase the attractiveness for people and hence businesses.

• Hyperdome Revitalisation: With the Hyperdome’s new owners, there are plans to possibly refresh and add to the complex. MA Financial explicitly highlighted their integrated real estate platform would actively manage and develop the Hyperdome site. This could mean new entertainment venues, maybe even some mixed-use (e.g., adding a residential or office component down the track). For surrounding property owners, that spells an upward trajectory: a better Hyperdome means more visitors and higher surrounding land values. In marketing your asset, align it with the Hyperdome’s success: e.g., “benefiting from proximity to the region’s largest shopping and dining destination, which is undergoing major enhancements under new ownership.” Such context suggests to a buyer that buying now is timely, before improvements potentially raise all boats.

• Demographics = Opportunity: The Loganholme area (including nearby suburbs like Shailer Park, Tanah Merah) has a diverse demographic – young families in new estates, established households, and a sizeable workforce commuting to industrial areas. There’s also lots of through-traffic from tourists heading to the Coasts or locals commuting. What do these people need? Perhaps more childcare centers, more health clinics, bulky goods stores, etc. If your property type could cater to one of these needs, highlight the gap in the market. For example: “The nearest large childcare is at capacity – a development approval for a childcare on this site could meet local demand.” Or “No major hardware store exists between Springwood and Beenleigh; this showroom site could fill that void.” It shows you’ve thought about how the growth translates to business viability.

Tips for Selling Commercial Property in Loganholme

Finally, some actionable tips for sellers in Loganholme to maximize results:

• Compile the Data: Many buyers might be less familiar with Loganholme than with Brisbane or Gold Coast. So, be prepared to educate. Put together a brief in your IM (Information Memorandum) with stats: traffic counts on the M1, population growth figures, upcoming developments (new residential subdivisions, etc.), and even case studies of companies that have recently moved to/logan (for instance, if a big distribution center opened in Logan recently, mention how it’s indicative of the trend). Solid data can convince a wary investor that this isn’t speculative wasteland – it’s where things are happening.

• Consider Interim Leaseback or DA: If your property is vacant land or an older building, one strategy is to secure a Development Approval (DA) for a plausible use before selling. Even if the buyer might do something different, having an approved use (say a warehouse or a retail center) can add value by showcasing the site’s potential and saving them time if they chose to proceed. Alternatively, if you occupy the property (e.g., you run a business there), offering a short-term leaseback can sweeten the deal for investors, giving them immediate income and more time to find a new tenant or redevelop. Flexibility is key in emerging areas – you want to make it as easy as possible for someone to say yes.

• Marketing Reach: Don’t limit your marketing to just local channels. Given Loganholme’s equal draw to Brisbane and Gold Coast, advertise in both metros. Also consider interstate – Sydney and Melbourne investors are increasingly looking at SEQ commercial opportunities for better yields. Some may not know Loganholme intimately, but if presented with the clear picture (halfway between two big cities, growth corridor, etc.), they could be enticed. Use online portals heavily, and emphasize the keywords “Brisbane/Gold Coast corridor”, “M1 exposure”, “growth”. Those speak to astute investors.

• Presentation & Due Diligence: For improved properties (like a building), ensure it’s looking its best (repair any potholes in driveways, tidy landscaping, perhaps paint the facade). For land, try to have it slashed/cleared so it’s accessible for inspection (and not harboring any illegal dump or overgrowth which can scare off buyers). Additionally, pre-package as much due diligence as you can: recent survey, geotechnical reports (if you have), flood level info, town planning advice, environmental reports (especially if the site had intensive industrial use – providing a Phase 1 environmental assessment can ease contamination worries). The easier you make it for a buyer to get comfortable, the faster the deal can proceed and the stronger their offer likely to be.

Loganholme might not have been the first name on commercial investors’ lips a decade ago, but times have changed. It’s now a buzzing focal point of development and opportunity, and those in the know are already staking their claims. As a seller, leveraging this narrative and backing it with evidence can help you achieve a standout result.

If you’re thinking of selling or want advice on how to position your Loganholme commercial property in the current market, Nortons Real Estate is here to help. We understand the local dynamics of Logan and have experience connecting sellers with the right buyers who see the region’s potential.

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