SOUTH East Queensland continues to cement its reputation as one of Australia’s most resilient and desirable property markets, driven by strong population growth, sustained interstate migration and major infrastructure investment.
While price growth has moderated in some areas, competition for quality homes – both to rent and buy – remains intense, particularly in suburbs offering affordability, connectivity and lifestyle appeal.
From growth corridors to bayside and coastal communities, these are the SEQ regions emerging as clear stand-outs in 2026.
IPSWICH GROWTH CORRIDOR: SPACE AND MOMENTUM
Once viewed primarily as an affordability alternative, the Ipswich region has firmly established itself as one of South East Queensland’s most important growth engines.
Large-scale master-planned communities, transport upgrades and new education and health facilities are reshaping demand across the city.
Suburbs such as Ripley and Plainland continue to attract families and investors alike, supported by strong population growth and long-term planning certainty.
Closer to the Ipswich CBD, established areas including East Ipswich and North Booval are seeing renewed interest thanks to character housing, rail access and improving amenity.
With Brisbane’s western corridor under sustained development pressure, Ipswich is increasingly viewed as a strategic long-term play for both renters and buyers.
REDLANDS COAST: LIFESTYLE, SCARCITY AND STEADY DEMAND
The bayside lifestyle of the Redlands Coast has quietly emerged as one of SEQ’s most competitive markets.
Suburbs such as Cleveland, Victoria Point and Redland Bay are attracting buyers and renters seeking coastal living without the price tags of the Gold or Sunshine coasts.
Limited land supply, a high proportion of owner-occupiers and strong local amenity have created a tightly held market, particularly for family homes and well-located townhouses.
Ferry access to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands, expanding foreshore precincts and proximity to Brisbane continue to underpin long-term demand.
For buyers prioritising lifestyle and scarcity, the Redlands Coast remains one of SEQ’s most compelling propositions.
LOGAN & SURROUNDS: YIELD, GROWTH AND ACCESSIBILITY
Suburbs within Logan City continue to deliver some of South East Queensland’s strongest rental fundamentals.
Offering a balance of affordability and connectivity, Logan remains attractive to investors, first-home buyers and renters priced out of Brisbane and the coast.
Growth areas such as Flagstone and Loganlea, along with established suburbs like Beenleigh and Marsden, are benefiting from transport upgrades, expanding healthcare precincts and ongoing residential development.
Rental demand remains strong, driven by population growth and proximity to major employment hubs.
For investors, Logan’s comparatively high yields stand out, while buyers are drawn to entry-level price points that still offer upside.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR RENTERS AND BUYERS
For renters, competition remains fierce across much of South East Queensland, particularly in Ipswich growth areas, bayside Redlands suburbs and coastal markets where vacancy rates remain historically low.
For buyers and investors, SEQ continues to offer a broad spectrum of opportunity – from growth-driven affordability in Ipswich, Logan and Moreton Bay, to scarcity and lifestyle appeal in Redlands, Brisbane’s inner suburbs and the coast.
THE BOTTOM LINE
South East Queensland’s property market is increasingly defined by depth rather than a single hotspot.
With Ipswich and Redlands now firmly established alongside Brisbane, Logan and the coastal regions, SEQ offers diverse opportunities.
