Suburb Profile4217

Surfers Paradise

Gold Coast City Council · 78km south of Brisbane

Median House
$1,675,000
Median Unit
$839,750
Population
31,200
Avg Land Size
450m²
From CBD
78km south of Brisbane
Proprietary ACRES Data

Surfers Paradise Development Intelligence

ACRES Developer Demand Score
20/ 100
Moderate
Development Sites
2
2 properties tracked
Active Enquiries
2
1 owners in network
Recorded Offers
0
Amalgamation Sites
0
Median Land Size
Market Momentum
Rising
Median Sale Price
$3,062,030
13.5% annual growth

ACRES is actively tracking 2 properties in Surfers Paradise, including 2 identified development sites. Buyer demand is currently moderate — we're holding 2 active buyer enquiries and 0 recorded offers across our network here. According to current market data, the median sale price sits near $3.06M, 13.5% annual growth.

Property Market Insights

Key market indicators and historical price trends for Surfers Paradise

Annual Growth (Houses)
+13.0%
Annual Growth (Units)
+11.0%
Rental Yield (Houses)
3.3%
Rental Yield (Units)
4.8%
Avg. Days on Market
27
Vacancy Rate
1.1%
5-Year House Growth
+99%
5-Year Unit Growth
+89%
Market Demand
High

5-Year Median Price Trend

  • Houses
  • Units
202120222023202420252026$0$0450K$1900K$1.4M$1.8M

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

About Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise is Australia's most iconic beachside destination and the beating heart of the Gold Coast. Famous for its towering skyline, golden beaches, and vibrant nightlife, Surfers is one of the most densely developed suburbs in Australia. The G:link light rail, 2032 Olympics, and sustained interstate migration continue to drive the transformation of this world-famous precinct.

Development Potential

Very high. Surfers Paradise is one of Australia's most active high-rise development precincts. The City Plan supports towers of 40+ storeys in the core area. Amalgamated sites on the Esplanade and Surfers Paradise Boulevard are extremely valuable. Even modest houses on larger blocks attract developer attention for medium-rise projects.

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

Growth Drivers

  • 2032 Olympics infrastructure investment
  • G:link light rail network expansion
  • Interstate and international migration
  • Tourism economy driving investment returns
  • High-rise development corridor

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Living in Surfers Paradise

Infrastructure

  • G:link light rail stations
  • Surfers Paradise beach and Esplanade
  • Cavill Avenue entertainment precinct
  • Circle on Cavill retail
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck (Q1)

Transport

  • G:link light rail
  • Surfside bus network
  • Close to Gold Coast Airport
  • M1 Pacific Motorway access
  • Future heavy rail extension

Lifestyle

  • World-class beaches and surf
  • Cavill Avenue dining and nightlife
  • International resort lifestyle
  • Weekend markets
  • Water sports and coastal activities

Surfers Paradise Location

Surfers Paradise, 4217 · Gold Coast City Council

What's Nearby in Surfers Paradise

Schools, parks, transport, shopping and education within Surfers Paradise and surrounds

Schools

  • Surfers Paradise State School
  • St Kevin's Catholic School
  • Musgrave Hill State School

Parks & Recreation

  • Paradise Waters Park
  • Macintosh Island Park
  • Kurrawa Pratten Park
  • Broadwater Parklands

Shopping

  • Cavill Avenue Shopping Precinct
  • Orchid Avenue
  • Circle on Cavill
  • Pacific Fair (adjacent)

Transport

  • Surfers Paradise Light Rail Station
  • Cypress Avenue Light Rail
  • Surfers Paradise North Light Rail

Universities & Colleges

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

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32 property owners in Surfers Paradise requested assessments this month

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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.