FairSquare/Queensland/Surfers Paradise
Suburb Dossier · QLD · 4217

Surfers Paradise

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FairSquare's model rates Surfers Paradise, Queensland 5.6 out of 10 (Neutral Hold) as of June 2026.

Surfers Paradise offers investors strong capital growth, evidenced by a 6.5% twelve-month price increase in this premier coastal destination. Despite high supply levels, the market maintains robust rental absorption with an exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate, indicating resilient demand for its unique accommodation offerings.

Model Verdict
Neutral Hold
5.6OUT OF 10
Median
$1.65M
house
Gross Yield
3.1%
derived
Weekly Rent
$995
3-bed median
12m Growth
+6.5%
trailing
Secret Sauce · Derivation

How the model valued Surfers Paradise

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
80km
Yield
derived from model
3.1%
Median Rent
weekly, 3-bed
$995
Median Price
(rent × 52) ÷ yield
$1.65M
Fit · Who It Suits
Investor Profiles
Defensive Hold
Model Tags
Balanced Market
Signals · Partial View
Market Temp
Warming
Supply Pressure
Normal
Rent Trajectory
In line
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 Surfers Paradise a good investment in 2026?

FairSquare's model rates Surfers Paradise, Queensland 5.6 out of 10 (Neutral Hold) as of June 2026. Surfers Paradise offers investors strong capital growth, evidenced by a 6.5% twelve-month price increase in this premier coastal destination. Despite high supply levels, the market maintains robust rental absorption with an exceptionally low 0.8% vacancy rate, indicating resilient demand for its unique accommodation offerings.

02

What is the median house price in Surfers Paradise?

The median house price in Surfers Paradise, QLD is $1.65M. Weekly rent of $995 against a 3.1% gross yield underpins this figure.

03

What is the rental yield in Surfers Paradise?

Surfers Paradise has a gross rental yield of 3.1%, with a median weekly rent of $995. 12-month price growth is tracking at +6.5%.

04

Which investor profiles does Surfers Paradise suit?

Based on its market signals, Surfers Paradise aligns with: Defensive Hold.

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