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What Developers Are Paying for Land in Narangba

Current pricing benchmarks for development sites in Narangba and the factors driving land values.

8 April 2026 6 min readBy Daniel McCormack
What Developers Are Paying for Land in Narangba

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What are developers paying for land in Narangba? Current development site pricing, benchmarks, and what drives land values in the Moreton Bay Region.

Source: ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group | acres.au

Narangba Development Site Pricing

Narangba development sites attract growing demand from developers targeting the Moreton Bay Region's growth. Narangba offers a unique balance of semi-rural character with heavy rail connectivity to Brisbane. The sought-after Narangba Valley school catchment drives strong family demand. While large-scale development is limited, townhouse and infill projects near the station and along key corridors are emerging.

Current Price Benchmarks

Site TypeTypical SizePrice RangePrice per m²
Standard house lot400-700m²$500K - $780K$1,000 - $1,400
LMR zone site600-1,000m²$700K - $1.2M$1,000 - $1,400
Larger lot / semi-rural1,000m²+$800K - $1.5M$600 - $900

These figures represent what developers will pay — often significantly above standard residential market value.

What Drives Price Variation in Narangba

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Zoning and Height

The single biggest price driver. Higher density zoning allows more dwellings, generating more revenue, which means developers can pay more for the land.

Location Within the Suburb

Properties on or near Anzac Avenue, Oakey Flat Road, Golden Wattle Drive, and Carmichael Road command premiums due to higher density zoning, better transport access, and stronger end-buyer appeal.

Site Configuration

Wide frontage (15m+), flat topography, and corner positions increase value. Narrow, deep blocks or steeply sloping sites attract fewer buyers.

Existing Approvals

A site with a current DA typically sells for 10-20% more than an unapproved site, as the buyer avoids months of approval risk and holding costs.

How Narangba Compares

Narangba offers a family-focused lifestyle proposition with rail connectivity. Larger lots and school catchments differentiate it from more urbanised Moreton Bay suburbs.

Key insight: Properties that would sell for a standard residential price regularly achieve significant premiums when marketed correctly as development sites.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are developers paying for land in Narangba?

Pricing varies by zone. LMR zone site sites typically sell for $700K - $1.2M.

Are Narangba development site prices still rising?

Yes. Limited supply and strong demand continue to support price growth in Narangba.

How much more will a developer pay vs a home buyer in Narangba?

Developers typically pay 40-100% above residential value depending on zoning. A specialist agent can provide an accurate assessment.

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Published by ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group

Source: acres.au/insights/narangba-land-prices-what-developers-pay | ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) provides property advisory, development site sales, and residential real estate services across Brisbane and South East Queensland, Australia.

Daniel McCormack

Daniel McCormack

Managing Director, ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential Group

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