The coastal markets across Northern NSW and South-East Queensland continue to display strong buyer activity and consistent vendor sentiment. The Gold Coast region, led by Southport, Broadbeach, and Kingscliff, remains the engine of transaction volume, while boutique markets like Casuarina and Cabarita highlight the diversity of buyer behaviour and pace across the region.
Regional Snapshot
- Fastest Selling: Broadbeach (32.6 days)
- Most Active Market: Southport (282 listings)
- Highest Vendor Premium: Casuarina (+1.07% premium)
- Largest Sales Volume: Southport (162 sales)
- Tightest Rental Pool: Casuarina (26 listings)
Southport, QLD 4215
- New Sale Listings: 282
- Average Days on Market: 36.5
- Average Vendor Discount: +0.35%
- Recently Advised Sales: 162
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 293
- Total Rental Listings: 556
Key Insights:
Southport continues to lead the region in both activity and turnover. With 282 new listings and 162 advised sales, the suburb maintains a robust 57% clearance rate. Properties are transacting in just over 5 weeks, and the slight +0.35% premium shows vendors are holding firm on price. High withdrawals (293) reflect competitive supply dynamics, while the 556 available rentals confirm Southport’s position as one of the most active mixed-use markets on the Coast.
Main Beach, QLD 4217
- New Sale Listings: 60
- Average Days on Market: 64.7
- Average Vendor Discount: -2.11%
- Recently Advised Sales: 25
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 49
- Total Rental Listings: 56
Key Insights:
Main Beach remains a slower-paced prestige pocket, with homes spending over two months on the market. The -2.11% vendor discount indicates that negotiation remains common, particularly in higher price brackets. Despite moderate volumes, 25 successful sales confirm that demand persists among discerning buyers seeking beachfront or lifestyle-driven property.
Broadbeach, QLD 4218
- New Sale Listings: 136
- Average Days on Market: 32.6
- Average Vendor Discount: +0.42%
- Recently Advised Sales: 68
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 107
- Total Rental Listings: 146
Key Insights:
Broadbeach continues to deliver high liquidity and quick sales, with properties averaging just over one month on market. Vendors are seeing a +0.42% uplift, suggesting that well-priced, quality listings are commanding attention. While 107 withdrawals show ongoing adjustment at the upper end, the suburb’s balanced 68 sales and strong 146-rental pool keep conditions stable for both buyers and investors.
Kingscliff, NSW 2487
- New Sale Listings: 107
- Average Days on Market: 52.9
- Average Vendor Discount: -1.62%
- Recently Advised Sales: 61
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 58
- Total Rental Listings: 81
Key Insights:
Kingscliff remains a standout performer on the Far North Coast, combining high volume (61 sales) with consistent turnover. Homes are selling in around 53 days, and the moderate -1.62% discount highlights a pragmatic market environment. The 81 rental listings suggest steady investor participation, balancing local and lifestyle-driven demand.
Casuarina, NSW 2487
- New Sale Listings: 34
- Average Days on Market: 56.5
- Average Vendor Discount: +1.07%
- Recently Advised Sales: 14
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 30
- Total Rental Listings: 26
Key Insights:
Casuarina is showing selective buyer engagement, with properties taking nearly two months to sell and a positive +1.07% vendor premium achieved on average. The 14 transactions out of 34 listings represent a solid 41% clearance rate, and low rental supply (26 listings) continues to underpin long-term investor returns.
Cabarita, NSW 2137
- New Sale Listings: 13
- Average Days on Market: 48.0
- Average Vendor Discount: -2.04%
- Recently Advised Sales: 5
- Recently Withdrawn Listings: 8
- Total Rental Listings: 10
Key Insights:
Cabarita’s boutique market remains small but steady. With 5 sales and properties spending just under seven weeks on market, activity is consistent within its limited stock pool. The -2.04% discount indicates a slightly more buyer-friendly phase, while 10 active rentals reflect the area’s low vacancy and sustained desirability.
Summary of November Insights
The Northern NSW and Gold Coast corridor continues to deliver a blend of market momentum tempered by measured buyer caution. Southport and Broadbeach lead transaction volume, driven by quick turnarounds and stable vendor expectations, while Kingscliff and Casuarina reflect sustained demand for coastal lifestyle properties, though often with longer selling periods. Main Beach and Cabarita present slower yet steady activity, appealing primarily to discerning lifestyle-focused buyers.
Overall, the region remains buoyant and well balanced, supported by strong fundamentals including population growth, infrastructure investment, and enduring coastal appeal.
Whether you’re looking to buy or invest on the Gold Coast, our team of buyer’s agents can help. For help getting started or more detailed information on any of these suburbs, please feel free to reach out to Oliver Dunstan at Rose & Jones.
Oliver Dunstan
Rose & Jones
