FairSquare/Queensland/Gladstone
Suburb Dossier · QLD · 4680

Gladstone

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FairSquare's model rates Gladstone, Queensland 6.4 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of June 2026.

Gladstone presents an attractive investment proposition, evidenced by its exceptional 0.7% vacancy rate and 4.6% gross yield. Robust demand, driven by its role as a key regional industrial hub independent of major capital cities, has also underpinned 9% capital growth over the past year. Accessible entry pricing opens the door to first-time investors without diluting fundamentals.

Model Verdict
Hidden Gem
6.4OUT OF 10
Median
$586K
house
Gross Yield
4.6%
derived
Weekly Rent
$522
3-bed median
12m Growth
+9.0%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Gladstone

The median price is derived, not estimated. Every number on this page traces back to the model's proprietary yield surface — calibrated for each part of the country and resolved against distance from CBD. The price falls out of the formula.

Confidencehigh

Inputs for this suburb sit at the top of our calibration tier. The model is not guessing.

Distance
to CBD
550km
Yield
derived from model
4.6%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$522
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$586K
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Yield PlayEntry LevelSMSF
Model Tags
Yield CompounderEntry Point
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
Outpacing price
Cycle Position
Hot ·
Days On Market
Cool
Clearance Rate
Active ·
Buyer Demand
Hot
Vacancy Rate
Cool ·
Rent Growth 12m
Active
Price Volatility
Hot ·
5-Year Forecast
Cool
Risk Flags
Active ·

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What's inside
01Cover page with verdict & score
02In-30-seconds snapshot
03Score breakdown across 5 dimensions
04Big picture & liveability analysis
05Market cycle + 10-year forecast
06Rental story + yield scenarios
07Supply & demand pressure gauge
08Opportunity & risk register
093-play investor playbook
1012-24mo + 3-5yr outlook
112026 Budget impact analysis
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FAQ
01

Is Gladstone a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Gladstone, Queensland 6.4 out of 10 (Hidden Gem) as of June 2026. Gladstone presents an attractive investment proposition, evidenced by its exceptional 0.7% vacancy rate and 4.6% gross yield. Robust demand, driven by its role as a key regional industrial hub independent of major capital cities, has also underpinned 9% capital growth over the past year.

02

What is the median house price in Gladstone?

The median house price in Gladstone, QLD is $586K. Weekly rent of $522 against a 4.6% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Gladstone?

Gladstone has a gross rental yield of 4.6%, with a median weekly rent of $522. 12-month price growth is tracking at +9.0%.

04

Which investor profiles does Gladstone suit?

Based on its market signals, Gladstone aligns with: Yield Play, Entry Level, SMSF.

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