The Sunshine Coast continues to stand out as one of Australia’s most dynamic property markets — with strong performance across both coastal and hinterland regions. Over the past few years, a potent mix of infrastructure investment, population growth, and lifestyle migration has powered sustained demand and price appreciation.

Since late 2020, the region has experienced a sharp lift in both sales activity and median prices. With low rental vacancies and an influx of people leaving capital cities in search of lifestyle and affordability, competition for quality homes has only intensified. According to the Regional Movers Index (December 2024), the Sunshine Coast held the title of Australia’s top destination for internal migration for nine straight quarters, claiming 10% of total relocations nationwide. Although Geelong briefly overtook the region in early 2025 with a 9.3% share, the Sunshine Coast maintained a strong 8.9% — underscoring its continued appeal. 

House Market
Across the Sunshine Coast and Noosa LGAs, 6,523 houses were sold in the 12 months to June 2025, as reported by PropTrack. Median house prices showed a wide range across the region: 

* Most affordable suburb: Nambour – $785,000 

* Most expensive suburb: Noosa Heads – $2.075 million Out of the 35 suburbs analysed, 13 still offer a median house price under $1 million — a significant opportunity for buyers and investors looking for long-term growth. Suburbs offering standout rental yields include: 

* Nirimba – 4.6% 

* Caloundra West and Baringa – both at 4.4% 

The strongest price performers over the year were: 

* Buddina – up 26% to $1.74 million 

* Maleny – up 22% * Mountain Creek, Palmwoods, and Nirimba – each gained 15%

High transaction suburbs like Buderim (491 sales), Maroochydore (244), Palmview (242), and Nambour (223) indicate demand in both established and growth areas. 

Five-year growth patterns were also varied. While Peregian Springs (13%), Palmview (7%), and Noosa Heads (15%)showed strong compound gains, others like Coolum Beach (-4%) and Doonan (-2%) posted slight declines, possibly reflecting price corrections in prestige markets.

Inland areas continue to show strong momentum — with Hotspotting’s Winter 2025 Price Predictor Index flagging positive sales activity across Little Mountain, Beerwah, Landsborough, and Buderim. These suburbs reflect the blend of affordability, lifestyle, and accessibility that many buyers are now prioritising. 

Unit Market 

The unit segment also remains active, with 3,117 units sold across the region over the past 12 months.

Prices span from: 

* Nambour – $552,500 (most affordable) 

* Noosa Heads – $1.812 million (premium) Of the 20 unit markets analysed, 17 sit below the $1 million median mark — offering a range of options for entry-level buyers and investors alike. 

Annual price growth leaders include: 

 Coolum Beach and Marcoola – both up 19% 

* Kings Beach – up 17% 

* Nambour – up 16%

These figures highlight growing interest in more affordable, lifestyle-driven locations that still offer strong access to amenities and coastal charm.

However, not all markets have seen upward trends. Some premium suburbs experienced softening values:

* Noosa Heads and Sunshine Beach – both down 9% 

* Peregian Springs – down 11% * Tewantin – down 3% 

Top unit sales activity was concentrated in: 

* Maroochydore – 428 sales 

* Mooloolaba – 229 * Buderim – 218 Rental returns remain attractive, particularly for investors seeking yield: * Nambour – 4.8% median gross yield 

* Mountain Creek and Parrearra – 4.7% 

* Marcoola – 4.6%

The Sunshine Coast unit market continues to present a strong balance of premium and mid-tier product — with capital growth potential in established suburbs and compelling yield opportunities in newer or re-emerging pockets. 

Growth Driven by Demand and Lifestyle
The Sunshine Coast property market remains one of the most diverse and opportunity-rich in the country. From tightly held lifestyle suburbs to rapidly evolving inland growth areas, there are strong fundamentals at play across both house and unit markets. With population growth, constrained housing supply, and a continued influx of internal migrants, price pressure is likely to persist. 

For buyers and investors, the key lies in identifying value — not just in today’s price, but in tomorrow’s potential. Whether you’re seeking high-yield investment properties in Nirimba or Caloundra West, or a lifestyle home in Buderim or Maroochydore, the region offers a compelling blend of capital growth and rental performance.