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Palmwoods

Sunshine Coast Council · 105km north of Brisbane

Median House
$970,000
Median Unit
$720,000
Population
6,500
Avg Land Size
800m²
From CBD
105km north of Brisbane
Proprietary ACRES Data

Palmwoods Development Intelligence

ACRES Developer Demand Score
0/ 100
Emerging
Development Sites
0
0 properties tracked
Active Enquiries
0
0 owners in network
Recorded Offers
0
Amalgamation Sites
0
Median Land Size
Market Momentum
Building

ACRES is expanding its development-site coverage across Palmwoods and the surrounding precinct.

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Palmwoods

Annual Growth (Houses)
+16.0%
Annual Growth (Units)
+13.0%
Rental Yield (Houses)
3.7%
Rental Yield (Units)
4.9%
Avg. Days on Market
31
Vacancy Rate
1.3%
5-Year House Growth
+109%
5-Year Unit Growth
+97%
Market Demand
High

5-Year Median Price Trend

  • Houses
  • Units
202120222023202420252026$0$0250K$1500K$1750K$1.0M

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

About Palmwoods

Palmwoods is a charming hinterland village on the Sunshine Coast railway line, offering a rural lifestyle within reach of coastal amenities. The heritage railway station, Saturday markets, and village shops create a warm community atmosphere. Palmwoods attracts families and lifestyle buyers seeking space and character in the Sunshine Coast hinterland.

Development Potential

Low to moderate. The village character restricts intensive development. Limited opportunity exists near the train station and village centre for small-scale residential projects. Larger acreage blocks on the fringes offer subdivision potential.

Key Zoning: Low Density Residential, Rural Residential, Village Centre

Growth Drivers

  • Hinterland lifestyle demand
  • Train connectivity
  • Village character appeal
  • Tree-changer migration
  • Acreage scarcity

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Living in Palmwoods

Infrastructure

  • Palmwoods train station
  • Palmwoods village shops
  • Palmwoods State School
  • Saturday markets
  • Hinterland reserves

Transport

  • Palmwoods train station
  • Nambour Connection Road
  • Bus routes
  • Rail to Nambour and Brisbane
  • Cycling paths

Lifestyle

  • Hinterland village charm
  • Train station convenience
  • Saturday markets
  • Acreage and rural living
  • Community events

Palmwoods Location

Palmwoods, 4555 · Sunshine Coast Council

What's Nearby in Palmwoods

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Palmwoods and surrounds

Schools

  • Palmwoods State School
  • Suncoast Christian College

Parks & Recreation

  • Palmwoods Memorial Park
  • Palmwoods Forest Reserve
  • Woombye-Palmwoods Heritage Trail

Shopping

  • Palmwoods Village Shops
  • IGA Palmwoods

Transport

  • Palmwoods Station

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Properties in Palmwoods with development potential are selling for 30–100% above standard residential value. Find out if yours qualifies — no cost, no obligation.

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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.