Currimundi
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Currimundi, QLD 4551.
About Currimundi
Welcome to Currimundi
Currimundi sits on the Sunshine Coast, wedged between the Bruce Highway corridor and the coastline roughly 90 minutes north of Brisbane by car. It's best known for the Currimundi Lake conservation park that splits the suburb in two, and for a run of beach that connects through to Wurtulla and Battery Hill without the crowds of the more built-up tourist strips further north.
This is a suburb for people who want beach living with a slower pulse — young families, downsizers and coastal transplants who value the lake, the surf and the proximity to Kawana and Birtinya's fast-growing health and business precincts, without paying Mooloolaba or Noosa prices.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Currimundi tends to orbit the lake and the beach. Currimundi Lake, with its calm shallows and surrounding bushland, is popular for kayaking, paddleboarding and family swims, while the ocean beach on the eastern side offers proper surf for those who want it. The suburb itself is fairly low-key on the dining front, with locals often heading into neighbouring Birtinya, Kawana or Caloundra for cafes, restaurants and bars, but that short drive is part of the appeal — quiet residential streets with the buzz just around the corner.
Getting around
The Bruce Highway and Sunshine Motorway both run close by, making trips south to Brisbane or north to Noosa straightforward. Birtinya, next door, has become a major hub with the Sunshine Coast University Hospital and Stockland Birtinya, and the new Kawana passenger rail line (Sunshine Coast direct rail extension) planned to run through this corridor will further improve connections in coming years. Buses link Currimundi to Caloundra, Maroochydore and the broader Sunshine Coast network, though most residents rely on a car for day-to-day movement.
Schools & families
Families are well served locally, with Currimundi State School and Talara Primary College both in the immediate area, giving families a choice of public primary options within the suburb itself. The median age of 45 points to a community skewed towards established families and older residents rather than young singles, which shows up in the calm, settled feel of the streets.
Parks & recreation
Beyond the lake, Currimundi backs onto bushland and conservation areas that offer walking and cycling tracks away from the coast, and the beach frontage running through to Wurtulla and Battery Hill gives residents several access points for surfing, fishing and beach walks. Sporting fields and parks are dotted through the surrounding suburbs of Aroona and Meridan Plains, rounding out the recreational offering for a suburb that leans heavily on the outdoors.
Housing & architecture
Currimundi's housing stock is dominated by low-rise houses, which make up 79% of current listings, with townhouses at 18% and apartments or units a smaller 4% share. Expect a mix of older beach shacks, renovated mid-century homes and newer builds, particularly closer to the lake and the boundary with Meridan Plains, where larger modern homes on bigger blocks have been appearing.
The property market
Currimundi's property market reflects its position as a sought-after but still comparatively low-density coastal suburb. The median house price sits at $1.25 million, backed by strong recent growth of 17.4%, while units and townhouses offer a considerably more affordable entry point at a median of $715,000. Renters can expect to pay a median of $875 a week. With a population of 6,570 and a market weighted heavily towards houses, buyer competition tends to be strongest for standard freehold homes, particularly those near the lake or with beach access, while the smaller apartment and townhouse segment offers a lower-cost alternative for those wanting to get into the area.
Market snapshot
Currimundi property market
Median sale price
$1.25m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$875
per week
Gross rental yield
3.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.07m
Median
$1.25m
Premium
$1.74m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
53
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +7.8% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Currimundi by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Currimundi, QLD 4551.
Population
6,570
residents (2021)
Median age
45
years
Household income
$1,467
median, per week
Median rent
$450
per week
Median mortgage
$1,852
per month
Mortgage / income
29%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Currimundi
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Currimundi
$1.23m
4 Nardu Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.25m
3 Cordia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$980k
24/47 Sycamore Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.21m
25 Tibouchina Place
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
1/5 Wandana Court
Sold ~June 2026
$1.29m
18 Creekside Boulevard
Sold ~June 2026
$1.75m
24 Gothic Parade
Sold ~June 2026
$899k
30/47 Sycamore Drive
Sold ~June 2026
Sold prices as published on the original listing; some may reflect the last advertised price. Dates are approximate.
Explore the area
Properties & amenities in Currimundi
Compare the area
Price map around Currimundi
Every listing for sale near Currimundi, coloured by price — so you can see how it stacks up against the streets and suburbs next door.
Loading price map…
Nearby suburbs
Quick switch to nearby areas
Common questions
Currimundi suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Currimundi?
The median house price in Currimundi, QLD is $1.25m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.4%.
How much is rent in Currimundi?
The median weekly rent in Currimundi is around $875 per week.
Is Currimundi a good place to live?
Currimundi is a coastal suburb of Caloundra in the Sunshine Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. Currimundi is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 6,570 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Currimundi?
Currimundi has a population of 6,570 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 45.
What schools are in Currimundi?
There are 2 schools in or near Currimundi, including Currimundi State School and Talara Primary College.
How long do homes take to sell in Currimundi?
Properties in Currimundi take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Currimundi?
Entry-level properties in Currimundi start around $1.07m, while premium homes reach $1.74m.
What suburbs are near Currimundi?
Suburbs near Currimundi include Birtinya, Meridan Plains, Battery Hill, Aroona and Wurtulla.
Available now