Middle Ridge
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Middle Ridge, QLD 4350.
About Middle Ridge
Welcome to Middle Ridge
Middle Ridge sits on the elevated southern fringe of Toowoomba, one of the city's more established and sought-after residential pockets. Bordered by Rangeville, Centenary Heights, Spring, Kearneys Spring and Redwood, it trades on leafy streets, larger blocks and a settled, family-oriented feel that has made it a byword for comfortable Toowoomba living.
With a population of 7,595 and a median age of 43, Middle Ridge attracts a mix of established families, professionals and downsizers who want space and quiet without leaving the city proper. It's the kind of suburb people move to and stay in, rather than pass through.
Lifestyle & dining
Middle Ridge itself is largely residential, but its position close to Rangeville and the Toowoomba CBD means cafes, restaurants and boutique shopping are only a short drive away. Locals tend to combine the peace of home with easy access to the wider city's food and retail scene, rather than relying on strips within the suburb itself.
The surrounding streets are well treed and quiet, and the suburb's elevated position gives many properties pleasant outlooks and cooler evenings during the warmer months, a feature Toowoomba's ridge suburbs are known for.
Shopping
For day-to-day needs, residents typically head into neighbouring Centenary Heights or Rangeville, or on to Toowoomba's CBD, where the full range of supermarkets, specialty retailers and larger shopping centres can be found. The proximity of these neighbouring suburbs means Middle Ridge residents are never far from essentials while still enjoying a quieter residential setting.
Getting around
Middle Ridge's location on Toowoomba's southern side gives it straightforward access to the CBD and surrounding suburbs by car, with connections through Rangeville and Kearneys Spring linking to the city's main arterial roads. As with much of Toowoomba, a car is the most practical way to get around, though bus services connect the area to the wider city network.
The suburb's elevated, established layout also makes it popular for walking and cycling around the local streets, particularly given the mature street trees and gentler pace compared with busier commercial corridors.
Schools & families
Middle Ridge State School anchors the suburb and is a key drawcard for families choosing to settle here, offering a genuine community focal point within walking distance for many residents. The broader area, including nearby Rangeville and Centenary Heights, also provides access to a good spread of primary and secondary options, reinforcing Middle Ridge's reputation as a family-friendly address.
Housing & architecture
Houses dominate the local housing stock, making up 69% of current listings, reflecting Middle Ridge's character as a suburb of established homes on generous blocks. Apartments and units account for 15% of listings, land 14%, and townhouses a smaller 3%, so buyers after a traditional standalone house are typically well catered for, while those wanting lower-maintenance living have some, more limited, options too.
The mix of established character homes and newer builds throughout the suburb gives it a settled but evolving feel, with pockets of land still available for those wanting to build.
The property market
Middle Ridge's median house price currently sits at $1.02 million, placing it among Toowoomba's premium residential addresses, with recent growth of 2.5% pointing to steady, ongoing demand. Median rent is $690 a week, underlining the suburb's appeal to tenants seeking a quieter, established setting close to the city.
With houses making up the bulk of listings and comparatively little turnover in apartments or townhouses, buyers competing for family homes in Middle Ridge should expect solid interest, particularly for well-located properties near Middle Ridge State School or with district views typical of the ridge.
Market snapshot
Middle Ridge property market
Median sale price
$1.02m
House · 4 bed
Median rent
$690
per week
Gross rental yield
3.5%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$891k
Median
$1.02m
Premium
$1.74m
Days on market
13
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
66
Median sold price trend · House 4 bed
Compound growth +9.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Middle Ridge by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Middle Ridge, QLD 4350.
Population
7,595
residents (2021)
Median age
43
years
Household income
$2,177
median, per week
Median rent
$420
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
21%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Middle Ridge
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Middle Ridge
$1.20m
11A Collingwood Close
Sold ~July 2026
$1.15m
5 New Road
Sold ~July 2026
$655k
13 Dallang Road
Sold ~July 2026
$635k
334 Ramsay Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.41m
314 Ramsay Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.45m
22 Christy Court
Sold ~July 2026
$1.60m
5 Colman Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.08m
13 Strohfeldt 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
Middle Ridge suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Middle Ridge?
The median house price in Middle Ridge, QLD is $1.02m for a 4-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.5%.
How much is rent in Middle Ridge?
The median weekly rent in Middle Ridge is around $690 per week.
Is Middle Ridge a good place to live?
Middle Ridge is a residential locality of Toowoomba in the Toowoomba Region, Queensland, Australia. Middle Ridge is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 7,595 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Middle Ridge?
Middle Ridge has a population of 7,595 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 43.
What schools are in Middle Ridge?
There is 1 school in or near Middle Ridge, including Middle Ridge State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Middle Ridge?
Properties in Middle Ridge take around 13 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Middle Ridge?
Entry-level properties in Middle Ridge start around $891k, while premium homes reach $1.74m.
What suburbs are near Middle Ridge?
Suburbs near Middle Ridge include Rangeville, Centenary Heights, Spring, Kearneys Spring and Redwood.
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