Earlville
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Earlville, QLD 4870.
About Earlville
Welcome to Earlville
Earlville sits a short drive south of the Cairns CBD in Far North Queensland, wedged between the Bruce Highway corridor and the tropical foothills that separate it from Mooroobool and Mount Sheridan. It's a suburb built around convenience rather than tourism, known locally for its big-format shopping centre and its role as a practical, everyday base for Cairns families and workers.
With a population of around 4,200 and a median age of 44, Earlville has settled into being a mature, mixed residential pocket rather than a first-home-buyer boomtown. It suits people who want easy access to shops, schools and the highway without paying beachside or inner-city prices, and it works equally well for retirees downsizing locally, tradies and professionals commuting around Cairns, or investors drawn to steady rental demand.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Earlville revolves largely around Stockland Earlville, one of Cairns' major shopping and dining hubs, which anchors the suburb with supermarkets, cafes, a cinema and a broad spread of casual eateries. It's the kind of suburb where daily errands, a coffee catch-up and a bit of retail therapy can all happen within a few minutes' drive, which appeals to time-poor families and retirees alike.
Beyond the centre, Earlville's flat, established streets are quietly residential, with the tropical backdrop of the Malbon Thompson and Lamb Ranges visible to the west. Neighbouring Woree and Mooroobool offer their own local shops and parks, giving residents a bit of variety without having to head all the way into the Cairns city centre.
Shopping
Stockland Earlville is the standout feature for shoppers, offering a full-line supermarket, specialty retailers, food court and services all under one roof, making Earlville something of a retail centre for Cairns' southern suburbs. Bulky goods and homemaker outlets are also clustered nearby, useful for anyone renovating or furnishing a home.
For those wanting something smaller or more local, nearby Mount Sheridan and Woree have their own neighbourhood shopping strips, while the Cairns CBD's markets and boutique stores remain an easy trip away.
Getting around
Earlville's location just off the Bruce Highway makes it a practical base for getting around Cairns, with quick road access north to the city centre and south towards Gordonvale and the Atherton Tablelands turn-off. Bus services connect the suburb to central Cairns and surrounding suburbs including Bayview Heights, Sheridan and Mount Sheridan, making it manageable for households without two cars.
Cairns Airport is a reasonably short drive away, a genuine drawcard for frequent flyers and anyone working in tourism or aviation, while the flat terrain also makes local cycling and walking to nearby parks and shops straightforward.
Schools & families
Families in Earlville have access to Our Lady Help of Christians School within the suburb itself, and a wider selection of primary and secondary options across neighbouring Mooroobool, Woree and Mount Sheridan. The mix of established housing and nearby schooling has helped Earlville hold appeal for families wanting to stay settled long-term rather than move on after a few years.
With a median age of 44, the suburb's demographic leans towards established households and older families, giving it a settled, low-turnover feel compared with some of Cairns' newer growth suburbs.
The property market
Earlville's median house price currently sits at $670,000, with units and apartments considerably more affordable at a median of $360,000, reflecting the suburb's genuine mix of dwelling types. Median rent across the suburb is $650 a week, underlining solid rental demand from both local workers and those wanting proximity to Stockland Earlville and the highway.
House prices have grown by 14.9% recently, a strong result that points to renewed buyer interest in this part of Cairns' southern corridor. Current listings show a fairly even spread of stock — 39% houses, 29% apartments or units, 27% townhouses and 6% land — giving buyers and investors a genuine choice of entry points, from low-maintenance units through to freestanding family homes.
Housing & architecture
Earlville's housing stock reflects its development history, with classic Queenslander-influenced homes and brick-and-tile houses from the 1970s and 80s sitting alongside newer townhouse complexes and unit blocks built to suit the tropical climate — think elevated designs, wide eaves and plenty of outdoor living space. The townhouse and unit share of the market has grown as developers have responded to demand for lower-maintenance options close to Stockland Earlville.
This variety means the suburb doesn't have a single dominant housing style, which in practice gives buyers more flexibility to find a home that fits their budget, whether that's a modest unit, a compact townhouse or a larger house on a traditional block.
Market snapshot
Earlville property market
Median sale price
$670k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$650
per week
Gross rental yield
5.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$513k
Median
$670k
Premium
$804k
Days on market
14
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
29
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +11.7% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Earlville by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Earlville, QLD 4870.
Population
4,200
residents (2021)
Median age
44
years
Household income
$1,166
median, per week
Median rent
$290
per week
Median mortgage
$1,500
per month
Mortgage / income
30%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Earlville
Independent & Catholic schools
Recent results
Recently sold in Earlville
$430k
8/27 Balaclava Road
Sold ~July 2026
$810k
10 Enclave Bend
Sold ~July 2026
$515k
24/1 Telford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$585k
5/1 Telford Street
Sold ~July 2026
$480k
5/2-4 McGuigan Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.30m
65 Ishmael Road
Sold ~July 2026
$900k
92 Balaclava Road
Sold ~June 2026
$749k
6 Enclave BEND
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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Earlville suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Earlville?
The median house price in Earlville, QLD is $670k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 14.9%.
How much is rent in Earlville?
The median weekly rent in Earlville is around $650 per week.
Is Earlville a good place to live?
Earlville is a suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. Earlville is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 4,200 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Earlville?
Earlville has a population of 4,200 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 44.
What schools are in Earlville?
There is 1 school in or near Earlville, including Our Lady Help of Christians School.
How long do homes take to sell in Earlville?
Properties in Earlville take around 14 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Earlville?
Entry-level properties in Earlville start around $513k, while premium homes reach $804k.
What suburbs are near Earlville?
Suburbs near Earlville include Bayview Heights, Woree, Mooroobool, Mount Sheridan and Sheridan.
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