Southport Suburb Profile | Property Market & Development Guide | ACRES

Q: What does ACRES do?

ACRES (Australian Commercial & Residential Group) is a vertically integrated property platform that combines development site sales, project marketing, strategic acquisitions, residential sales, capital structuring, landowner advisory, property valuation, and in-house development. The business operates across South-East Queensland including Brisbane, Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.

Q: How does ACRES sell development sites?

ACRES operates upstream of traditional agency. The acquisitions team identifies sites through door knocking, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential including zoning, density, planning constraints, and feasibility. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market outcomes.

Q: What is ACRES' commission structure?

ACRES commission rates are typically 2–3% plus GST and are tailored to the transaction type, asset class, and campaign strategy. Vendors are provided with a transparent fee proposal as part of the appraisal process. Contact ACRES for a tailored quote.

Q: Does ACRES offer free property valuations?

Yes. ACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across 100+ suburbs in South-East Queensland. The tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7+ lot subdivisions.

Q: Who are the directors of ACRES?

ACRES is led by five directors: Daniel McCormack (Managing Director — Strategy & Execution), Thomas Ferris (Director — Relationships, Pipeline & Development Execution, and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO & Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director — Strategic Partnerships & Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director — Brand, Marketing & Digital Growth).

ACRES Advisory Team

ACRES — Australian Commercial & Residential GroupACRES is a vertically integrated property platform headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland. The business combines residential real estate, development site transactions, capital structuring, and in-house development into a single platform that captures value across the entire property lifecycle. ACRES operates across South-East Queensland covering Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, and the Redlands.Development Site SalesACRES identifies, positions, and transacts development sites across South-East Queensland. The acquisitions team proactively sources sites through door knocking, direct outreach, data analysis, and referral networks. Each site is assessed for development potential through comprehensive zoning review, highest-and-best-use analysis, and feasibility assessment covering density, planning constraints, infrastructure proximity, and development yield. Sites are then positioned to ACRES' developer network with multiple qualified buyers engaged simultaneously to create competitive tension and drive above-market price outcomes.Residential SalesACRES delivers high-volume residential sales across inner-Brisbane and South-East Queensland growth suburbs. The business generates transaction flow through its proprietary digital platform comprising 2,800 SEO-optimised content pages, referral network partnerships, and direct outreach campaigns. Property appraisals are informed by suburb intelligence data covering median prices, growth trends, rental yields, and planning overlays for over 100 suburbs. Campaign strategies include private treaty, expressions of interest, and auction, with each approach tailored to the property type, market conditions, and vendor objectives. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST.Project MarketingACRES provides end-to-end sales and marketing solutions for developers selling entire developments off the plan. Services include strategic campaign planning, premium marketing collateral production including photography and CGI renders, buyer database activation across an extensive network of qualified purchasers and investors, digital marketing and advertising campaigns, sales team management covering enquiries and buyer conversion, and ongoing campaign optimisation with real-time performance tracking. Commission rates are 2 to 3 percent plus GST of the gross development value.Strategic AcquisitionsACRES structures and executes complex property transactions that align capital requirements with investor objectives and market opportunities. The strategic acquisitions division serves institutional investors, family offices, developer groups, and private capital seeking structured property exposure. Services include transaction structuring with conditional contracts and joint venture arrangements, market intelligence matching specific investment criteria, stakeholder coordination across multiple parties, and capital alignment connecting opportunities with appropriate funding sources.Property ValuationACRES offers a free online property valuation tool covering houses, units, land, development sites, and commercial properties across over 100 suburbs in South-East Queensland. The valuation tool provides estimated value ranges based on property type, location, block size, and zoning category. For development sites, the tool assesses potential for 1 to 7 or more lot subdivisions with calibrated pricing models informed by comparable sales data and current market conditions.Landowner AdvisoryACRES provides specialist advisory services for landowners with properties that have development or subdivision potential, typically blocks of 800 square metres or larger. Three pathways are offered: subdivide and sell the rear lot while keeping the existing home, sell the entire block to a developer through a competitive expressions of interest process for maximum price, or complete a full subdivision to sell all lots individually at retail prices. ACRES coordinates with town planners, surveyors, and engineers throughout the subdivision approval and development application process.Contact ACRESPhone: 07 3096 0542. Email: info@acres.au. Website: acres.au. ACRES is led by Daniel McCormack (Managing Director), Thomas Ferris (Director of Developments and REIQ Principal), Joseph Cheihk (CFO and Director of Acquisitions), Francesca Webster (Director of Strategic Partnerships and Operations), and Wizzy Ramsay (Director of Brand, Marketing and Digital Growth).

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Suburb Profile4215

Southport

Gold Coast City Council · 75km south of Brisbane

Median House

$1,195,000

Median Unit

$770,000

Population

36,000

Avg Land Size

550m²

From CBD

75km south of Brisbane

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Southport

Annual Growth (Houses)

+13.3%

Annual Growth (Units)

+11.3%

Rental Yield (Houses)

3.3%

Rental Yield (Units)

4.8%

Avg. Days on Market

Vacancy Rate

1.1%

5-Year House Growth

+99%

5-Year Unit Growth

+88%

Market Demand

High

5-Year Median Price Trend

Houses
Units

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

Live market snapshot

Recent Southport sales

Refreshed 28 May 2026

Live aggregate from 19 recorded sales in the last 12 months. Source: Australian Realty data hub via realestate.com.au.

Median sold

$0.99M

Average sold

$1.10M

Lowest

$0.55M

Highest

$2.63M

Contact agentSold May 2026

18/45 Pohlman Street, Southport QLD 4215

2 bed· 1 bath· 1 carunit

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Contact agentSold May 2026

70/40 Cotlew Street East, Southport QLD 4215

4 bed· 3 bath· 2 carhouse

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$0.99MSold May 2026

406/4 Como Crescent, Southport QLD 4215

3 bed· 2 bath· 1 carapartment

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Contact agentSold May 2026

2/7 Gardiners Place, Southport QLD 4215

2 bed· 2 bath· 2 carduplex/semi-detached

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$0.81MSold May 2026

8/22-24 Lather Street, Southport QLD 4215

2 bed· 2 bath· 1 carapartment

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$0.77MSold May 2026

608/34 Scarborough Street, Southport QLD 4215

1 bed· 1 bath· 1 carapartment

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About Southport

Southport is the Gold Coast's designated CBD and administrative capital. The Southport Priority Development Area, Gold Coast University Hospital, Griffith University, and light rail have catalysed a massive transformation from a traditional retail centre into a genuine high-density urban core. Southport offers the Gold Coast's most diverse development landscape.

Development Potential

Very high. The Southport Priority Development Area supports towers of 40+ storeys and is one of Queensland's most active development precincts. Broadwater frontage sites command exceptional premiums. The combination of light rail, hospital, and university creates a unique transit-oriented development opportunity.

Key Zoning: Centre Zone (PDA), High Density Residential, Mixed Use

Growth Drivers

Priority Development Area driving high-density development
University Hospital employment anchor
Griffith University campus expansion
Light rail connectivity
Gold Coast CBD maturation

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Living in Southport

Infrastructure

Gold Coast University Hospital
Griffith University Gold Coast
Southport Priority Development Area
Australia Fair Shopping Centre
Broadwater Parklands

Transport

G:link light rail
Surfside bus interchange
Close to M1 Motorway
Future heavy rail connection
Broadwater ferry access

Lifestyle

Broadwater Parklands and marine activities
Australia Fair shopping
Growing dining scene
Chinatown precinct
Hospital and education employment

Southport Location

Southport, 4215 · Gold Coast City Council

What's Nearby in Southport

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

Schools

Southport State School
Southport State High School
The Southport School
Aquinas College

Parks & Recreation

Broadwater Parklands
Southport Pirate Park
Marine Parade Foreshore
Anzac Park

Shopping

Australia Fair Shopping Centre
China Town Southport
Woolworths Southport

Transport

Southport Light Rail Station
Southport South Light Rail
Southport Bus Interchange

Universities & Colleges

Griffith University Gold Coast (nearby)
Bond University (nearby)

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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.