Southport: From CBD Fringe to Inner-City Powerhouse
Southport: From CBD Fringe to Inner-City Powerhouse
Southport has long been tagged as the "business end" of the Gold Coast. But in 2025, it’s also one of the most in-demand inner-urban residential hotspots, thanks to a decade of infrastructure and zoning upgrades.
Then vs Now
Feature | 2010 | 2025 (Now) |
|---|---|---|
Median Unit Price | $330,000 | $590,000 |
Zoning Density | Low/Medium | Mixed Use/High |
Rental Yield (Units) | 4.2% | 6.1% (avg.) |
Buyer Profile | Students, Retirees | Professionals, Investors |
🏢 Commercial: Stronger Than Ever
Vacancy rates in medical and professional suites near the hospital are among the lowest in the city. Key streets like Nerang Street and Queen Street continue to attract long-term tenants in legal, finance, and allied health.
Norton’s Insight
Zoning flexibility is the real goldmine. Duplexes, townhouses, units, and commercial tenancies can often coexist within 300m — giving buyers options that no other inner GC suburb can match.
Disclaimer: Always verify zoning overlays. Development control plans shift frequently in Southport.