Goldsborough
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Goldsborough, QLD 4865.
About Goldsborough
Welcome to Goldsborough
Goldsborough sits inland from Cairns in Far North Queensland, tucked into the Mulgrave River valley south of the city and bordered by Little Mulgrave. It's a rural pocket where cane paddies, forested hills and the river give way gradually to acreage living, and where the pace is set by the landscape rather than by any commercial strip.
With a population of just 1,099 and a median age of 38, Goldsborough suits families and lifestyle buyers looking for space, privacy and a genuine connection to the land, without being so remote that the coast and Cairns' amenities are out of reach.
Lifestyle & dining
Life in Goldsborough revolves around the outdoors more than any cafe strip. The Mulgrave River is the local drawcard, with swimming holes and picnic spots that draw both residents and day-trippers from Cairns, while the surrounding hills and state forest give the area a bushland feel that's increasingly rare this close to a major regional city. For dining, shopping and nightlife, most locals head into Gordonvale or further on to Cairns, treating Goldsborough as a peaceful base rather than a destination for entertainment.
Shopping
There's no significant retail precinct within Goldsborough itself, and residents typically do their day-to-day shopping in nearby Gordonvale, which offers supermarkets, pharmacies and a small-town main street feel, or make the trip into Cairns for bigger shopping centres and specialty stores. This trade-off is part of the deal with acreage living here — more land and quiet in exchange for a short drive for groceries.
Getting around
Goldsborough is best navigated by car, with the Bruce Highway and Gillies Range Road providing the main links north to Gordonvale and Cairns and south towards the Atherton Tablelands. The drive into Cairns takes in some genuinely scenic country, but it does mean a reasonable commute for anyone working in the city. Public transport options are limited in this rural setting, so most households run at least one, often two, vehicles.
Schools & families
Families in Goldsborough generally send children to schools in Gordonvale, which has both primary and secondary options within easy reach, with further choices available in Cairns for those wanting a wider range of secondary and specialist schooling. The rural setting, larger blocks and relatively low population density make it an appealing spot for families wanting room for kids to roam, and the median age of 38 points to a good mix of young families and established households.
Parks & recreation
The real recreational asset here is the natural environment itself — the Mulgrave River, surrounding forest and nearby Goldsborough Valley section of Wooroonooran National Park offer walking, swimming and wildlife-watching right on the doorstep. It's a drawcard for residents who want weekend recreation without needing to travel far, and the proximity to the Tablelands opens up further hiking and waterfall country for those willing to drive a little further.
The property market
Goldsborough's property market reflects its acreage character, with a median house price of $1.04 million and recent growth of 12.7 per cent pointing to solid demand for rural and semi-rural living in the Cairns hinterland. Current listings show a dwelling mix of 54 per cent land and 46 per cent house, indicating there's still meaningful opportunity for buyers to secure a block and build, alongside established homes on larger parcels. It's a market that tends to attract buyers prioritising space, privacy and lifestyle over proximity to the CBD, and one where new land releases can shift the balance of what's available at any given time.
Market snapshot
Goldsborough property market
Median sale price
$1.04m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
—
per week
Gross rental yield
—
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$775k
Median
$1.04m
Premium
$1.41m
Days on market
—
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
12
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Goldsborough by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Goldsborough, QLD 4865.
Population
1,099
residents (2021)
Median age
38
years
Household income
$2,279
median, per week
Median rent
$480
per week
Median mortgage
$2,000
per month
Mortgage / income
20%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Recent results
Recently sold in Goldsborough
$1.03m
54-56 Golden Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.10m
6-8 Licence Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.09m
13 Chonggora Street
Sold ~June 2026
$1.10m
10-12 Drift Close
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
Goldsborough suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Goldsborough?
The median house price in Goldsborough, QLD is $1.04m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 12.7%.
Is Goldsborough a good place to live?
Goldsborough is a mixed-use locality in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. Goldsborough is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 1,099.
What is the population of Goldsborough?
Goldsborough has a population of 1,099 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.
How much do you need to buy in Goldsborough?
Entry-level properties in Goldsborough start around $775k, while premium homes reach $1.41m.
What suburbs are near Goldsborough?
Suburbs near Goldsborough include Little Mulgrave.
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