Bulimba
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Bulimba, QLD 4171.
About Bulimba
Welcome to Bulimba
Bulimba sits on a bend of the Brisbane River about five kilometres east of the CBD, sharing its riverfront edge with Hawthorne and Balmoral and looking across the water to Teneriffe and Newstead. It's one of Brisbane's more polished inner-eastern suburbs, built around a compact village-style shopping strip on Oxford Street that has become a genuine dining destination in its own right.
The suburb suits professionals, families and downsizers who want established character housing, river access and walkability, without straying too far from the city. With a population of around 7,623 and a median age of 40, Bulimba has settled into itself as a suburb of long-term residents as much as newcomers chasing lifestyle.
Lifestyle & dining
Oxford Street is the heart of Bulimba life, a tree-lined strip of restaurants, cafes and bars that draws people from well beyond the suburb's borders on weekends. It's the kind of place where a Saturday morning coffee run can easily turn into a long lunch, and the mix of casual eateries and smarter dining rooms means it works for date nights and family dinners alike.
The riverfront itself is just as central to the Bulimba lifestyle. The Bulimba ferry terminal and the walking paths that trace the water give residents an easy way to get outside, and the short CityCat hop across to Teneriffe and Newstead makes those precincts feel like an extension of the neighbourhood rather than a separate trip.
Getting around
Bulimba's river position is its biggest transport asset. CityCat and cross-river ferry services connect residents quickly to the CBD, New Farm, Teneriffe and Newstead, and for many locals the ferry is a genuinely faster and more pleasant commute than driving. Bus routes run through the suburb toward the city and neighbouring Hamilton and Balmoral, supplementing the ferry network for those not right on the water.
Road access is straightforward via Oxford Street and Riding Road, with Hawthorne and Balmoral providing easy links further east. Like much of Brisbane's inner east, peak-hour traffic can build up on the main arterials, which is part of why the ferry service is such a drawcard for buyers weighing up this pocket of the city.
Schools & families
Bulimba State School anchors the suburb for local families, an established primary school within walking distance for many residents. Sts Peter and Paul's School adds a Catholic schooling option nearby, and both contribute to Bulimba's appeal as a suburb where families can put down roots without leaving the inner city behind.
The suburb's parks, river paths and quiet residential streets away from Oxford Street give younger families room to move, while the proximity to Balmoral and Hawthorne opens up further schooling and childcare options just a short drive or bus ride away.
Housing & architecture
Bulimba's streetscapes are a mix of Queenslander charm and more recent infill, and that shows up clearly in current listings, with houses making up 46% of the market, apartments and units 39%, townhouses 11% and land parcels the remaining 4%. Traditional timber Queenslanders on elevated blocks sit alongside low-rise unit blocks and newer townhouse developments, particularly closer to the river and the Oxford Street precinct.
That variety means buyers can choose between a renovated character home on a traditional block or a lower-maintenance apartment with river or city glimpses, both of which remain firmly in demand in this part of Brisbane.
The property market
Bulimba's numbers reflect its standing as one of Brisbane's premium inner-eastern addresses. The median house price sits at $1.53 million, with units and apartments at a median of $1.02 million, and median rent across the suburb at $900 a week. House prices have climbed 9.8% recently, a solid pace that underlines steady buyer demand for the suburb's riverfront lifestyle and village-strip amenity.
That growth, combined with the suburb's location between Hawthorne, Balmoral and the Teneriffe/Newstead precincts across the water, has kept Bulimba firmly on the radar for owner-occupiers and investors alike, particularly those drawn to the rental yields supported by strong weekly rents.
Market snapshot
Bulimba property market
Median sale price
$1.53m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$900
per week
Gross rental yield
3.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.24m
Median
$1.53m
Premium
$2.53m
Days on market
28
Auction clearance
71%
Sold this year
44
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +8.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Bulimba by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Bulimba, QLD 4171.
Population
7,623
residents (2021)
Median age
40
years
Household income
$2,805
median, per week
Median rent
$500
per week
Median mortgage
$2,800
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Bulimba
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Bulimba
$2.16m
41 Eton Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.09m
9/15 Barramul Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.25m
32/21 Byron Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.18m
7/462 Hawthorne Road
Sold ~July 2026
$3.05m
41 Henderson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.85m
30 Kenbury Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.65m
2/19 Princess Street
Sold ~June 2026
$2.20m
32 Byron Street
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
Bulimba suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Bulimba?
The median unit price in Bulimba, QLD is $1.02m for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.5%.
How much is rent in Bulimba?
The median weekly rent in Bulimba is around $750 per week.
Is Bulimba a good place to live?
Bulimba is a suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Bulimba is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 7,623 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Bulimba?
Bulimba has a population of 7,623 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 40.
What schools are in Bulimba?
There are 2 schools in or near Bulimba, including Bulimba State School and Sts Peter and Paul's School.
How long do homes take to sell in Bulimba?
Properties in Bulimba take around 19 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 75%.
How much do you need to buy in Bulimba?
Entry-level properties in Bulimba start around $785k, while premium homes reach $1.54m.
What suburbs are near Bulimba?
Suburbs near Bulimba include Balmoral, Teneriffe, Newstead, Hawthorne and Hamilton.
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