Bonogin
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bonogin, QLD 4213.
About Bonogin
Welcome to Bonogin
Bonogin sits in the hinterland behind the Gold Coast, a semi-rural pocket of acreage properties and bushland roughly twenty minutes' drive inland from the beaches of Mermaid Waters and Robina. It's part of the broader hinterland belt that runs toward Austinville, where the coastal strip's high-rise gives way to rolling paddocks, forested ridgelines and a noticeably quieter pace of life.
With a population of around 4,896 and a median age of 40, Bonogin has long appealed to families and professionals after space, privacy and a semi-rural lifestyle without giving up easy access to the coast. It suits buyers looking for larger blocks, horse properties and a bushland outlook, rather than those chasing walk-to-the-beach convenience.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Bonogin revolves around the land as much as anything else. Acreage living means many residents keep horses, grow their own produce or simply enjoy the buffer of space between neighbours, with the Gold Coast hinterland's cooler air and green outlook a big part of the appeal. For dining out, cafes and restaurants, most Bonogin residents head toward nearby Mudgeeraba or the Robina and Nerang precincts, both a short drive away, where there's a wider spread of shopping and hospitality options than the suburb itself offers.
Getting around
Bonogin is a car-dependent suburb, and most residents rely on the Gold Coast's arterial road network to reach work, schools and shops. Mudgeeraba, with its access to the M1 Pacific Motorway, is the main gateway to both the coast and Brisbane beyond, while Nerang and Robina provide the closest rail connections via the Gold Coast line. The drive to the beaches at Burleigh Heads or Mermaid Waters typically takes around twenty minutes, making Bonogin a genuine hinterland-to-coast commute rather than a coastal suburb in its own right.
Schools & families
Families are drawn to Bonogin for its acreage lifestyle and the sense of room to grow, with school-age children typically attending schools in nearby Mudgeeraba and Robina, both within easy reach by car. The suburb's semi-rural character, larger lot sizes and proximity to bushland make it popular with families wanting a quieter alternative to the busier coastal suburbs, while still being close enough to sporting fields, schools and other amenities that families rely on.
Parks & recreation
The drawcard here is the natural environment itself. Bonogin backs onto hinterland bushland and rural landscapes, with the neighbouring locality of Austinville offering a similarly green, low-density outlook. Walking trails, waterways and the broader Gold Coast hinterland's network of reserves are all within easy striking distance, and many properties back directly onto natural bushland, giving residents a strong connection to the outdoors without needing to travel far.
Housing & architecture
Housing in Bonogin is dominated by acreage-style homes on generous blocks, reflecting its semi-rural zoning and character. Current listings show the market is overwhelmingly house-based, at 84%, with the remaining 16% made up of vacant land, pointing to a suburb where established acreage homes are the norm but there's still some opportunity for buyers wanting to build. Expect a mix of architectural styles, from older Queenslander-influenced homesteads to newer, larger family residences designed to make the most of hinterland views and space.
The property market
Bonogin's property market sits firmly at the premium end of the Gold Coast hinterland, with a median house price of $1.69 million. Recent figures show a pullback in prices, with growth of -3.2% over the period measured, suggesting the market has cooled somewhat after a period of strong hinterland demand. For renters, the median weekly rent of $1,350 underlines the suburb's upmarket acreage positioning, with tenants typically after the same space and lifestyle benefits that draw owner-occupiers to the area. With land making up 16% of current listings, there remains some scope for buyers to secure a block and build, alongside the established acreage homes that dominate the market.
Market snapshot
Bonogin property market
Median sale price
$1.69m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,350
per week
Gross rental yield
4.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.48m
Median
$1.69m
Premium
$2.67m
Days on market
27
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
24
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +7.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bonogin by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bonogin, QLD 4213.
Population
4,896
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,680
median, per week
Median rent
$630
per week
Median mortgage
$2,392
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 Bonogin
$1.20m
63B Davenport Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$2.90m
13-15 Ridgeview Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$2.10m
21-23 Lydford Close
Sold ~July 2026
$2.36m
25 Anderson Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.67m
1/595 Bonogin Road
Sold ~July 2026
$13.50m
53-55 Stella Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
13 Finnagin Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$4.40m
25 Davenport Drive
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
Bonogin suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bonogin?
The median house price in Bonogin, QLD is $1.69m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have fallen about 3.2%.
How much is rent in Bonogin?
The median weekly rent in Bonogin is around $1,350 per week.
Is Bonogin a good place to live?
Bonogin is a rural hinterland locality in the City of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Bonogin is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 4,896.
What is the population of Bonogin?
Bonogin has a population of 4,896 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
How long do homes take to sell in Bonogin?
Properties in Bonogin take around 27 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Bonogin?
Entry-level properties in Bonogin start around $1.48m, while premium homes reach $2.67m.
What suburbs are near Bonogin?
Suburbs near Bonogin include Austinville.
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