Ashgrove
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Ashgrove, QLD 4060.
About Ashgrove
Welcome to Ashgrove
Ashgrove sits about five kilometres north-west of the Brisbane CBD, a leafy pocket of Queenslanders and character homes tucked between Red Hill, Paddington, Bardon, Newmarket and The Gap. It's long been one of Brisbane's most sought-after inner-north addresses, prized for its established jacarandas and poincianas, rolling streets and a strong sense of community that's rare this close to the city.
The suburb suits families and professionals who want space, character and good schools without giving up easy access to the CBD. With a median age of 38 and a population of 13,450, Ashgrove has a settled, family-oriented feel, though its cafés and walkable pockets also draw younger couples and downsizers who want the address without the maintenance of a full block.
Lifestyle & dining
Ashgrove's daily life revolves around a handful of local strips rather than one big centre, with coffee spots, bakeries and casual dining scattered along Waterworks Road and around the Ashgrove Village shops. It has a distinctly suburban, family-friendly rhythm, but Paddington's boutique-lined Given Terrace and Latrobe Terrace, and Red Hill's cafés, are both just minutes away for a change of pace, along with the broader dining scene around Newmarket.
Schools & families
Few Brisbane suburbs are as well served by schools as Ashgrove, and it's a major part of the appeal for families. Marist College Ashgrove and Mt St Michael's College are well-known Catholic secondary schools with strong local reputations, while Ashgrove State School, Oakleigh State School and St Finbarr's School cover primary-aged children. The concentration of quality schools within walking or short driving distance is a genuine drawcard and helps explain the suburb's enduring popularity with families.
Parks & recreation
The hilly, green character of Ashgrove means plenty of leafy streets and pockets of bushland for walking and exercise, with The Gap's bushland reserves close by for those wanting a longer trail. Local ovals and parks host weekend sport, and the suburb's elevation and tree cover make it a pleasant place to walk or run, particularly in the older, established pockets near the creek lines.
Getting around
Ashgrove doesn't have its own train line, so most residents rely on bus services running along Waterworks Road and Enoggera Road into the city, along with car travel via Waterworks Road or Given Terrace through Paddington. The CBD is a short and manageable commute of around five kilometres, and proximity to Newmarket and Red Hill means easy access to Enoggera Road and the wider arterial network. It's a suburb where a car is genuinely useful, though bus commuters have solid options into the city centre.
Housing & architecture
Character housing defines Ashgrove, with traditional Queenslanders, post-war brick homes and renovated cottages spread across its hilly blocks. Current listings show the market is dominated by houses, which make up 71% of stock, with apartments and units accounting for 19%, townhouses 7% and land 3%. Buyers are typically drawn to the wide verandahs, high ceilings and generous yards that come with the older housing stock, though there's a growing number of renovated and architect-designed homes alongside them.
The property market
Ashgrove's median house price sits at $1.52 million, reflecting its status as one of Brisbane's premium inner-north suburbs, while units and apartments have a median of $875,000 for buyers after a lower entry point. House prices have grown 1.4% recently, a modest but steady result consistent with an established, tightly held market rather than a fast-moving one. Median rent across the suburb is $780 per week, underlining strong ongoing demand from tenants keen to secure a foothold in the area, particularly families wanting access to its schools without buying in immediately.
Market snapshot
Ashgrove property market
Median sale price
$1.52m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$780
per week
Gross rental yield
2.7%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.10m
Median
$1.52m
Premium
$2.19m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
56%
Sold this year
66
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +5.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Ashgrove by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Ashgrove, QLD 4060.
Population
13,450
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$2,874
median, per week
Median rent
$440
per week
Median mortgage
$2,600
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Ashgrove
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Ashgrove
$1.95m
3 Tay Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.71m
10 Holmesbrook Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.10m
58 Lansbury Parade
Sold ~July 2026
$3.05m
11 Wahroonga Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.13m
101 Wardell Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.92m
51 Celia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$182k
13 199 Ashgrove Avenue and 18 & 20 Somme Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.66m
9/15 Dorset Street
Sold ~July 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
Ashgrove suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Ashgrove?
The median house price in Ashgrove, QLD is $1.52m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 1.4%.
How much is rent in Ashgrove?
The median weekly rent in Ashgrove is around $780 per week.
Is Ashgrove a good place to live?
Ashgrove is a suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Ashgrove is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 13,450 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of Ashgrove?
Ashgrove has a population of 13,450 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
What schools are in Ashgrove?
There are 5 schools in or near Ashgrove, including Marist College Ashgrove, Ashgrove State School and Oakleigh State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Ashgrove?
Properties in Ashgrove take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 56%.
How much do you need to buy in Ashgrove?
Entry-level properties in Ashgrove start around $1.10m, while premium homes reach $2.19m.
What suburbs are near Ashgrove?
Suburbs near Ashgrove include Bardon, Red Hill, Newmarket, Paddington and The Gap.
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