Suburb Profile4006

Fortitude Valley

Brisbane City Council · 1km north-east of Brisbane CBD

Median House
$1,480,000
Median Unit
$650,000
Population
11,545
Avg Land Size
350m²
From CBD
1km north-east

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Fortitude Valley

Annual Growth (Houses)
+13.0%
Annual Growth (Units)
+9.0%
Rental Yield (Houses)
2.7%
Rental Yield (Units)
4.3%
Avg. Days on Market
25
Vacancy Rate
0.9%
5-Year House Growth
+92%
5-Year Unit Growth
+81%
Market Demand
Very High

5-Year Median Price Trend

  • Houses
  • Units
202120222023202420252026$0$0400K$1800K$1.2M$1.6M

Sources: CoreLogic, PropTrack, realestate.com.au. Prices reflect rolling 12-month median. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Live market snapshot

Recent Fortitude Valley sales

Refreshed 28 May 2026

Live aggregate from 25 recorded sales in the last 12 months. Source: Australian Realty data hub via realestate.com.au.

Median sold

$0.71M

Average sold

$0.73M

Lowest

$0.58M

Highest

$1.15M

1002/275 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Contact agentSold May 2026

1002/275 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006

2 bed· 2 bath· 1 carapartment
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About Fortitude Valley

Fortitude Valley — 'The Valley' — is Brisbane's entertainment capital and one of Australia's most dynamic urban precincts. Home to Chinatown, the James Street precinct, and a thriving nightlife scene, the Valley has transformed from a gritty entertainment strip into a sophisticated mixed-use neighbourhood with designer retail, premium dining, and high-rise apartment living. It sits directly on the Cross River Rail line.

Development Potential

Very high. The Valley is one of Brisbane's most prolific development precincts with planning approvals for towers up to 40+ storeys. The Bowen Hills to Valley corridor is earmarked for massive intensification. High-density residential and mixed-use sites command strong prices due to entertainment precinct amenity and transport connectivity.

Key Zoning: Centre Zone, Mixed Use, High Density Residential

Growth Drivers

  • Cross River Rail direct underground station
  • Entertainment and cultural precinct amenity
  • James Street premium retail driving gentrification
  • High-rise development corridor to Bowen Hills
  • Young professional demographic demand

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Living in Fortitude Valley

Infrastructure

  • Fortitude Valley train station
  • Cross River Rail underground station
  • James Street designer retail precinct
  • Chinatown dining precinct
  • Valley Metro shopping centre

Transport

  • Fortitude Valley train station
  • Cross River Rail underground station (2026)
  • High-frequency bus routes
  • Dedicated cycling infrastructure
  • Walking distance to CBD

Lifestyle

  • James Street boutique shopping and dining
  • Brisbane Powerhouse arts venue
  • Chinatown restaurants and markets
  • Live music venues and nightlife
  • Valley Markets weekend events

Fortitude Valley Location

Fortitude Valley, 4006 · Brisbane City Council

What's Nearby in Fortitude Valley

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Fortitude Valley and surrounds

Schools

  • All Hallows School
  • Brisbane Central State School
  • Brisbane Girls Grammar School
  • Brisbane Grammar School
  • St Joseph Gregory Terrace

Parks & Recreation

  • New Farm Park
  • Bowen Park
  • Wickham Park
  • Brisbane Riverwalk

Shopping

  • James Street Precinct
  • Valley Metro Shopping
  • Coles Valley
  • King Street Dining Precinct
  • Chinatown Mall

Transport

  • Fortitude Valley Station
  • Brunswick Street Station
  • Exhibition Station
  • Valley Metro Bus Station

Universities & Colleges

  • Central Queensland University Brisbane
  • Bond University Brisbane
  • Australian Catholic University Brisbane

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Median price data sourced from realestate.com.au (April 2025 – March 2026). Figures are indicative and based on recorded sales. Consult a licensed valuer for property-specific advice.