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Quarterly Price Growth Slows on Sunshine Coast Compared to Same Time Last Year
Median house values rose 1.9 per cent in the June quarter, down from 4.7 per cent growth recorded in the same three months of 2025.
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Median house prices across the Sunshine Coast reached $920,000 in the June quarter, marking a 1.9 per cent increase from the March quarter but falling short of the 4.7 per cent lift seen in the corresponding period last year.
The slower pace reflects tighter lending conditions and fewer interstate buyers compared with 2025, when remote-worker inflows pushed values higher in coastal pockets. Local agents report that listings have risen steadily since March, giving purchasers more choice and tempering rapid price gains.
Suburbs showing mixed results
In Noosa Heads, properties near Hastings Street held firm with a 2.4 per cent quarterly gain, supported by demand from buyers seeking proximity to the national park and beachfront. Further south, homes along Buderim’s Main Street recorded just 0.8 per cent growth, as higher interest rates weighed on family purchasers. The Maroochydore CBD redevelopment, now underway with new commercial towers and improved rail links, has lifted nearby streets such as Duporth Avenue by 2.1 per cent, though the increase trails last year’s 5.3 per cent jump.
Sunshine Coast Regional Council data released this week showed 312 residential sales settled between April and June, down from 389 in the same quarter of 2025. The Queensland statewide median sits at $880,000, underscoring the Coast’s lifestyle premium that continues to attract buyers despite softer growth.
Buyer outlook
Prospective purchasers should compare recent sales on corelogic reports for their target street before making offers, and speak directly with local agents about current days-on-market figures. Those monitoring the Maroochydore precinct may benefit from tracking construction milestones at the new civic centre, expected to influence values through the remainder of 2026.
This article is general information only and is not personal financial or investment advice. Consider your own circumstances and seek licensed professional advice before making financial decisions.