First-Home Buyers Sunshine Coast: Activity Up 18%

First-home buyer activity on the Sunshine Coast increased 18 percent in the three months to June 30 compared with the same period in 2025, with the largest share of new offers landing on properties priced between $620,000 and $710,000.

The rise follows the completion of stage one infrastructure works at the Maroochydore CBD redevelopment and continued demand from remote workers relocating from southern states. Entry-level stock remains tighter than in 2024, yet several suburbs still sit below the Queensland median of $880,000.

Properties along the Nicklin Way corridor in Minyama and in the western pockets of Buderim have drawn the strongest first-home buyer traffic this year. Local agents report that two-bedroom units near the new Maroochydore transit hub are clearing within 12 days when listed under $650,000, while detached homes on streets such as Karawatha Drive are moving at similar price points after minor price adjustments.

Price bands and grant timing

CoreLogic data released last week showed the median price for established houses in Caloundra South reached $695,000 in May, up 4.2 percent from February. First-home buyer grants of up to $30,000 remain available for homes under $750,000, with the current scheme due for review on 1 January 2027.

Remote-worker demand has kept Noosa Heads above $2 million, pushing buyers further south into the $650,000 to $750,000 band in areas that still offer a 20-minute commute to the Maroochydore employment precinct.

Next steps for buyers

Buyers should confirm current grant eligibility through the Queensland Revenue Office before signing contracts and inspect at least three comparable sales within 500 metres of any shortlisted address. Settlement volumes are expected to stay steady through spring, with fresh listings from investor vendors likely to widen entry points in the same price range.

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.