Apple Tree Creek
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Apple Tree Creek, QLD 4660.
About Apple Tree Creek
Welcome to Apple Tree Creek
Apple Tree Creek is a small rural community in the Wide Bay–Burnett region of Queensland, positioned between the neighbouring localities of Eureka and Kullogum. It's the kind of place that trades city convenience for space, quiet and a genuine country pace of life, sitting along the rail corridor and highway network that link the region's larger service centres.
With a population of just 726 and a median age of 49, Apple Tree Creek suits established households, retirees and those wanting acreage-style living away from the crowds. It's less a destination for nightlife or shopping strips and more one for buyers who value land, privacy and a tight-knit rural setting.
Lifestyle & character
Life in Apple Tree Creek revolves around its rural setting rather than a central retail or dining precinct. Locals tend to travel to nearby regional centres for cafes, restaurants and larger shopping needs, while day-to-day life leans on the space and self-sufficiency that come with a small acreage or rural block. It's a community where neighbours know each other, and the pace is set by the seasons rather than a shopping calendar.
The surrounding countryside, including the neighbouring areas of Eureka and Kullogum, offers a landscape of farmland and bush that appeals to those wanting room to move, keep animals, or simply enjoy a quieter block of land within reach of larger towns.
Getting around
Apple Tree Creek benefits from its position along a key regional transport corridor in the Wide Bay–Burnett area, with road and rail links connecting it to larger centres nearby. This makes it practical for residents who work or shop further afield but want to come home to a rural setting each night.
Commuting is car-dependent, as is typical for small rural communities, and most services beyond the immediate area require a short drive to neighbouring towns.
Housing & architecture
The current mix of listings in Apple Tree Creek is split between established houses (64%) and vacant land (36%), reflecting a market that appeals both to buyers wanting a ready-made rural home and those keen to build their own. Housing stock tends toward classic Queenslander-style homes and more modern rural residences set on generous blocks, in keeping with the area's low-density, acreage character.
The availability of vacant land also makes Apple Tree Creek attractive to owner-builders and those looking to design a home suited specifically to rural living, whether that's hobby farming, horses, or simply extra space and privacy.
The property market
Apple Tree Creek's property market has shown strong recent momentum, with the median house price sitting at $670,000 after growth of 20.7% over the past year. That's a notable rise for a small rural community and points to increasing buyer interest in the acreage and lifestyle-block market within the Wide Bay–Burnett region.
With listings currently split between houses and land, buyers have a genuine choice between purchasing an established home or securing a block to build on. For those priced out of larger regional centres, or simply seeking more land for their money, Apple Tree Creek offers an alternative worth considering, particularly given the price growth already seen locally.
Parks & recreation
Recreation here is largely about the outdoors and open space rather than formal facilities. The surrounding rural landscape, waterways and bushland provide opportunities for fishing, walking and general outdoor pursuits, while the low population density means residents typically have room to enjoy their own land as their primary recreational space.
For organised sport, community events or larger recreational facilities, locals generally head to nearby regional towns, using Apple Tree Creek as a peaceful base to return to.
Market snapshot
Apple Tree Creek property market
Median sale price
$670k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$479k
Median
$670k
Premium
$813k
Days on market
21
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
15
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +17.2% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Apple Tree Creek by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Apple Tree Creek, QLD 4660.
Population
726
residents (2021)
Median age
49
years
Household income
$991
median, per week
Median rent
$298
per week
Median mortgage
$886
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Apple Tree Creek
$580k
29408 Bruce Highway
Sold ~July 2026
$785k
9 Stringybark Court
Sold ~July 2026
$205k
8 Sanctuary Court
Sold ~July 2026
$275k
4 Morton Close
Sold ~July 2026
$645k
11 Cockatoo Court
Sold ~July 2026
$820k
185 Gentle Annie Road
Sold ~July 2026
$745k
19 Rosenstet Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$720k
7 Eucalypt Court
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
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Common questions
Apple Tree Creek suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Apple Tree Creek?
The median house price in Apple Tree Creek, QLD is $670k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.7%.
Is Apple Tree Creek a good place to live?
Apple Tree Creek is a rural town and locality in the Bundaberg Region, Queensland, Australia. Apple Tree Creek is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 726.
What is the population of Apple Tree Creek?
Apple Tree Creek has a population of 726 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 49.
How long do homes take to sell in Apple Tree Creek?
Properties in Apple Tree Creek take around 21 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Apple Tree Creek?
Entry-level properties in Apple Tree Creek start around $479k, while premium homes reach $813k.
What suburbs are near Apple Tree Creek?
Suburbs near Apple Tree Creek include Eureka and Kullogum.
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