Noosa Heads vs Tewantin

Side-by-side property comparison in Noosa Shire. Median prices, growth, yields, and lifestyle.

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Noosa Heads

4567 | 140km north of Brisbane

Median House

$2,437,500

Median Unit

$1,800,000

Growth (pa)

+18.6%

Rental Yield

3.4%

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Tewantin

4565 | 140km north of Brisbane

Median House

$1,150,000

Median Unit

$880,000

Growth (pa)

+16.5%

Rental Yield

3.1%

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Median Price Comparison

Noosa HeadsTewantin$0$650,000$1.30M$1.95M$2.60M

Detailed Comparison

Metric
Noosa Heads
Tewantin
Median House
$2,437,500
$1,150,000
Median Unit
$1,800,000
$880,000
Annual Growth (House)
+18.6% *
+16.5%
5yr Growth (House)
+118%
+117%
Rental Yield (House)
3.4%
3.1%
Rental Yield (Unit)
4.6%
4.3%
Days on Market
30
37
Vacancy Rate
1.2%
1.2%
Demand
Very High
Very High
Population
4,500
9,500
Avg Land Size
600m²
700m²
Distance from CBD
140km north of Brisbane
140km north of Brisbane
Zoning
Tourist Accommodation, Low-Medium Density, Environmental Protection
Centre Zone, Low-Medium Density, Low Density Residential

Noosa Heads vs Tewantin: Analysis

Price: Noosa Heads has a median house price of $2,437,500 which is $1.29M higher than Tewantin at $1,150,000. For buyers seeking more affordable entry, Noosa Heads offers better value.

Growth: Noosa Heads is showing annual house price growth of +18.6% while Tewantin shows +16.5%. Noosa Heads currently has stronger growth momentum.

Development: Noosa Heads's development outlook is described as "Limited but ultra-premium." Meanwhile, Tewantin offers "Moderate."

Lifestyle: Noosa Heads is located 140km north of Brisbane of the CBD with key amenities including hastings street world-class dining, national park coastal walks. Tewantin sits 140km north of Brisbane of the CBD and offers historic township character, noosa river recreation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Noosa Heads more expensive than Tewantin?

Yes, Noosa Heads has a higher median house price of $2,437,500 compared to Tewantin at $1,150,000.

Which suburb has better growth — Noosa Heads or Tewantin?

Noosa Heads shows annual house price growth of +18.6% while Tewantin shows +16.5%. Noosa Heads currently has stronger growth momentum.

Which is better for investment — Noosa Heads or Tewantin?

Noosa Heads offers a rental yield of 3.4% (houses) and 4.6% (units). Tewantin offers 3.1% and 4.3% respectively. Consider both yield and capital growth when making investment decisions.

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Data: CoreLogic, PropTrack, realestate.com.au. Last updated April 2026.