Why Beenleigh Units Are On the Radar

LOAD MODULE: BEENLEIGH.UNITS.2025
TYPE: AFFORDABLE RESIDENTIAL UNITS
REGION: LOGAN CITY / BRISBANE SOUTH

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STATUS: ACTIVE BUYER INTEREST DETECTED
TARGET: UNITS FOR SALE IN BEENLEIGH, QLD


MODULE 01: Why Beenleigh Units Are On the Radar

Beenleigh is no longer just a pass-through suburb between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. It’s a dual-purpose hub—with growing interest from:

  • First-home buyers

  • Brisbane CBD commuters

  • Investors targeting low-vacancy, high-demand stock

The median unit price is still well below the Brisbane average, making it a value gateway into the property market.

> Median Unit Price (2025): $415,000
> Median Weekly Rent: $410/week
> Gross Rental Yield: 5.1%
> Vacancy Rate: 1.3

MODULE 02: Buyer Profiles Suited for Beenleigh Units

Buyer Type

Why It Works

First-home Buyers

Affordable entry, low stamp duty

Investors

High yield, strong rental demand

Downsizers

Walkability, community amenities

FIFO Workers

Access to M1, low maintenance

Young Professionals

Commute-friendly, train access

NEAREST TRAIN STATION: BEENLEIGH STATION
CBD COMMUTE: ~38 MINS

MODULE 03: Unit Styles Available in 2025

🏢 1-BED UNITS

  • Price: $330K–$370K

  • Target market: Singles, students, short-stay tenants

  • ROI: 5.4%–5.7% gross

🏢 2-BED UNITS

  • Price: $390K–$460K

  • Most in-demand format

  • ROI: 5%–5.3% gross

🏢 3-BED TOWNHOUSE-STYLE UNITS

  • Price: $470K–$550K

  • Popular with families + long-term tenants

  • Dual-income potential in co-living setups

MODULE 04: Core Advantages of Buying a Unit in Beenleigh

+ Lower Entry Costs
+ High Rental Yields
+ Low Vacancy Risk
+ Walkability to Transport & Services
+ Strong Demand from Local Tenants
+ Lower Stamp Duty (QLD)
+ Simple to Rent, Manage, and Maintain

Buying a unit in Beenleigh delivers a unique risk-adjusted return profile not found in oversaturated inner-city markets.

MODULE 05: Rental Demand Snapshot

  • Average lease: 12.8 months

  • Average days on market: 9

  • Most requested features:

    • Secure parking

    • Air-conditioning

    • Private balcony

    • Internal laundry

    • NBN-ready

Norton’s data indicates that modernised units with white finishes + floating floors attract higher rent and better tenants.

MODULE 06: Top Performing Complexes by Location

Complex Zone / Street

Noted For

York Street

First-home buyer stock

Alamein Street

Investor-grade units with low body corp

Main Street Corridor

Walkability, mixed-use zoning

Logan Street

Elevated townhome complexes

Distillery Road Precinct

Newer builds with lifestyle draw

MODULE 07: Body Corporate & Holding Costs

Cost Type

Typical Range (Monthly)

Body Corporate Fees

$180–$320

Council Rates

$280–$320

Water Charges

~$280 (quarterly)

Insurance (per unit)

~$500/year

💡 Low maintenance = lower capex = better return-on-hold for investors.

MODULE 08: Investor Case Study

Scenario: 2-bed unit purchased in 2022 for $345,000
Minor cosmetic reno: $12,000 (paint, flooring, lighting)
Revalued in 2024: $428,000
Rented for: $420/week
ROI uplift: 21.6% in 30 months

This scenario is repeatable in 2025, particularly with value-buy complexes undergoing generational change.

MODULE 09: Norton’s Role in the Beenleigh Unit Market

Norton’s Real Estate handles:

  • ✅ On-market and off-market unit sales

  • ✅ Buyer-matching with first-home + investor lists

  • ✅ Rental appraisals for investor due diligence

  • ✅ Body corp document review

  • ✅ Post-settlement property management onboarding

📞 Contact Our Logan Unit Sales Team:

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This article is provided for general informational purposes only. Norton’s Real Estate Agency disclaims liability for investment, financial, or legal decisions made based on this content. Always consult qualified advisors before purchasing property.

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