What's driving Sunshine Coast property growth?

The Sunshine Coast property market has had a strong run this year, the median house price rose 3.2% over the March quarter to $1.4 million, up 13.62% over the past 12 months. Zoom out further and values have climbed roughly 70% since 2020, making the Sunshine Coast one of Queensland's strongest-performing property markets. Analysts are forecasting the growth to continue into 2026, with SQM Research projecting price growth of 10-15% across the region, ahead of the national capital city average.

Supply remains tight and vacancy rates low, which is continuing to put upward pressure on well-presented homes across the region. If you've owned your home for even a few years, there's a good chance it's worth meaningfully more than you think.

What's driving Sunshine Coast property growth?

Several forces are keeping upward pressure on prices:

• Tight supply. Strict planning controls and limited new land keep the number of available homes low. Vacancy sits near 1%, and months of inventory remain well below a balanced market.
• Lifestyle migration. Buyers from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane continue to relocate for the climate, beaches and relative value.
• Brisbane 2032 momentum. Infrastructure investment tied to South East Queensland's growth and the 2032 Olympics is lifting confidence across the region.
• Construction costs. Elevated building costs make established homes more attractive, supporting existing property values.

For a deeper breakdown of pricing across the region, see our full Sunshine Coast property prices guide.

How house prices vary by suburb

The "Sunshine Coast" median hides big differences between areas. Prestige lifestyle suburbs command well above the regional figure, while family-belt suburbs offer relative value with strong growth. A recent snapshot of house medians and 12-month growth:

Figures are indicative and drawn from recent public market data; actual values vary by street, land size and condition. Medians move month to month.

Buderim remains the standout premium market, with strong buyer demand and one of the highest growth rates on the Coast — see our guide to selling your home in Buderim. Closer to the CBD, Maroochydore is increasingly seen as a long-term capital-growth engine as the new city centre matures; read more on selling your home in Maroochydore. Family-oriented growth suburbs such as Sippy Downs and Palmview continue to attract upsizers and first-home buyers.

The Sunshine Coast property market: what it means for sellers

A rising market with tight supply is, on paper, a strong position to sell from. But a high regional median doesn't tell you what your home is worth, that depends on your suburb, your street, your land size, and the current pool of buyers actively looking in your price range.

Two homes on the same street can appraise very differently, and the gap between "what the median says" and "what a buyer will pay today" is exactly where a local agent's read of the market matters. Pricing correctly from day one is what drives competition and the best result.

Find out what your home is worth

If you're weighing up a move, the best starting point is knowing your home's current market value. A free, no-obligation market appraisal from a local agent gives you a realistic price range based on recent comparable sales in your suburb, not a generic online estimate.

Request your free market appraisal and we'll give you a clear, current picture of what your Sunshine Coast home could sell for in today's market.

Sources: house price and growth figures compiled from htag.com.au, SQM Research (via Home Scouts) and Amber Werchon Property market data, 2025–2026.