Elanora
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Elanora, QLD 4221.
About Elanora
Welcome to Elanora
Elanora sits on the southern Gold Coast, tucked between the surf strips of Palm Beach and Currumbin and just inland from Burleigh Heads. It's the kind of suburb locals tend to keep quiet about — leafy, family-oriented and close enough to the beach to smell the salt air, without the tourist crush that defines the coastal strip a few minutes east.
With a population of around 12,539 and a median age of 42, Elanora has settled into itself as a suburb of established families and long-term owners rather than a transient rental market. It suits buyers wanting space, good schools and a genuinely local feel, with the option of being at Currumbin Alley or Burleigh's beaches within minutes.
Lifestyle & dining
Elanora's day-to-day life revolves around family routines rather than a single defined cafe strip — for that, residents head to nearby Currumbin or Burleigh Heads, both a short drive away and home to some of the Gold Coast's best-regarded cafes, breweries and beachfront dining. Locally, the suburb offers a more relaxed, suburban pace, with parks, sporting clubs and neighbourhood shops filling the gaps between the bigger drawcards of Burleigh and Palm Beach.
Shopping
For everyday needs, Elanora is well served by nearby retail hubs in Palm Beach and Currumbin Waters, while Burleigh Heads adds a broader mix of boutique shopping, weekend markets and dining. The suburb's position between these centres means residents rarely have to travel far for groceries, homewares or a coffee fix, while bigger shopping trips are easily made to the larger Gold Coast retail precincts further north.
Getting around
Elanora is well connected by road via the Gold Coast Highway and Tallebudgera Creek Road, linking residents quickly to Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach and Currumbin. The suburb sits within reach of the Gold Coast's bus network, and while it isn't directly on the light rail line, connecting services run to the nearest G:link stops further north, making it feasible to reach Broadbeach or Surfers Paradise without a car for those willing to combine bus and tram travel.
Schools & families
Families are well catered for locally, with Elanora State School and Elanora State High School both based in the suburb, offering a full run of public schooling without the need to leave the area. This local schooling option, combined with proximity to Tallebudgera Creek and nearby beaches, is a big part of why Elanora appeals strongly to families looking to put down roots rather than move through.
Parks & recreation
Tallebudgera Creek, on the suburb's doorstep, is one of the area's biggest lifestyle assets, popular for kayaking, paddleboarding and family swimming in calmer water than the open surf beaches. Elanora also benefits from its proximity to the Currumbin and Palm Beach foreshores, plus the Gold Coast hinterland's walking trails, giving residents a mix of creek, beach and bush recreation all within a short drive.
The property market
Elanora's property market is dominated by houses, which make up 83% of current listings, followed by townhouses at 15% and only a small proportion of apartments and land. The median house price sits at $1.56 million, having grown 11.6% recently, reflecting strong demand for family-sized homes in a suburb hemmed in by popular, land-constrained neighbours like Burleigh Heads and Palm Beach. Median rent of $1,200 a week points to a market that also draws tenants willing to pay a premium for the location and lifestyle, though buying activity, particularly for detached houses, remains the clear focus for this suburb.
Market snapshot
Elanora property market
Median sale price
$1.56m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$1,200
per week
Gross rental yield
4.0%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.28m
Median
$1.56m
Premium
$2.21m
Days on market
21
Auction clearance
57%
Sold this year
96
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +7.6% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Elanora by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Elanora, QLD 4221.
Population
12,539
residents (2021)
Median age
42
years
Household income
$1,744
median, per week
Median rent
$525
per week
Median mortgage
$2,100
per month
Mortgage / income
28%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Elanora
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Elanora
$3.10m
55 Westminster Boulevard
Sold ~July 2026
$918k
42/31 Simpsons Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
28 Tussock Crescent
Sold ~July 2026
$955k
5/15 Simpsons Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.26m
14 Kalmia Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.75m
15 Barlee Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.53m
10 Ellioh Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.06m
UNIT 2/60 Saffron 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
Elanora suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Elanora?
The median house price in Elanora, QLD is $1.56m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 11.6%.
How much is rent in Elanora?
The median weekly rent in Elanora is around $1,200 per week.
Is Elanora a good place to live?
Elanora is a suburb of the City of Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. Elanora is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 12,539 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Elanora?
Elanora has a population of 12,539 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 42.
What schools are in Elanora?
There are 2 schools in or near Elanora, including Elanora State School and Elanora State High School.
How long do homes take to sell in Elanora?
Properties in Elanora take around 21 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 57%.
How much do you need to buy in Elanora?
Entry-level properties in Elanora start around $1.28m, while premium homes reach $2.21m.
What suburbs are near Elanora?
Suburbs near Elanora include Tallebudgera, Palm Beach, Burleigh Heads, Currumbin and Currumbin Waters.
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