Morningside
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Morningside, QLD 4170.
About Morningside
Welcome to Morningside
Morningside sits in Brisbane's inner east, roughly six kilometres from the CBD, tucked between Hawthorne and Balmoral to the north and Cannon Hill and Murarrie to the south-east. It's long been one of those quietly popular suburbs that locals rave about and outsiders discover a little later than they should have, with a mix of workers' cottages, character Queenslanders and a growing number of townhouses and apartments spread across its leafy streets.
These days Morningside suits a broad cross-section of buyers and renters — young professionals after a short commute, families drawn to the local school and parks, and downsizers keen to stay close to the river without paying Bulimba or New Farm prices. With a median age of 34 and a population of 11,755, it has the feel of a suburb still very much in its prime, busy without being crowded.
Lifestyle & dining
Morningside's main strip along Wynnum Road has become one of the inner east's more interesting food and coffee destinations, with a steady run of cafes, bakeries and casual restaurants that draw people in from neighbouring Hawthorne and Balmoral as well as locals. It's not a polished, done-up precinct like some closer to the river — there's still a working, unpretentious edge to it, which is part of the appeal.
The suburb's proximity to Bulimba and Hawthorne means residents can easily wander further afield for a night out or a riverside stroll, while still coming home to a quieter, more affordable pocket of the inner east.
Getting around
Morningside train station, on the Cleveland line, puts the city within easy reach and is a genuine drawcard for commuters who want inner-city access without inner-city prices. Bus routes along Wynnum Road and Old Cleveland Road add further options, and the suburb's grid of streets makes it easy to cycle or walk to Cannon Hill or Hawthorne.
For drivers, access to the Gateway Motorway via nearby Murarrie is a genuine convenience, whether the destination is the airport, the bayside suburbs or south toward the Gold Coast.
Schools & families
Morningside State School anchors the suburb for many families, offering a genuine sense of community and the kind of walk-to-school lifestyle that's increasingly hard to find this close to the CBD. Families with older children typically look to the well-regarded high schools and colleges in surrounding suburbs, with Morningside's central position making most of them a short drive or bus trip away.
The suburb's parks, quiet residential streets and steady population of young families and professionals give it a settled, family-friendly rhythm without tipping into the quieter, more suburban feel of areas further from the city.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Morningside is a genuine mix, which shows up clearly in current listings: houses make up around half of what's on the market, with townhouses at 28 percent and apartments or units at 20 percent, plus a small sliver of vacant land. Traditional timber Queenslanders and post-war brick cottages sit alongside newer townhouse developments and low-rise apartment blocks, a reflection of decades of gradual renewal rather than one big wave of redevelopment.
This variety means the suburb caters to quite different budgets and lifestyles under the one postcode, from a young couple in a two-bedroom unit to a family renovating a classic Queenslander on a traditional block.
The property market
Morningside's numbers tell the story of a suburb that has firmly arrived. The median house price sits at $1.23 million, after growth of 16.3 percent recently — a sharp rise that reflects strong demand for its combination of location, lifestyle and train access. Units and townhouses remain comparatively more accessible, with a median unit price of $830,000, giving buyers priced out of the detached housing market a genuine alternative within the same postcode.
Renters face a median asking rent of $800 a week, in line with the suburb's inner-city positioning and its appeal to professionals wanting a short commute. With such a mixed dwelling stock — houses, townhouses and apartments all well represented — Morningside offers a reasonably broad entry range for buyers compared with some of its more homogenous, house-dominated neighbours like Balmoral.
Parks & recreation
Green space is one of Morningside's understated strengths, with several local parks offering everything from casual kick-arounds to shaded picnic spots, and easy access to the bikeways and riverside parkland that run through neighbouring Hawthorne and Bulimba. Seven Hills, just to the north, adds a bit of elevation and views for those keen on a longer walk or run.
For bigger outings, the Brisbane River and its network of ferry terminals and parklands are only a short trip away, making it easy for Morningside residents to spend a weekend morning by the water without needing to leave the inner east.
Market snapshot
Morningside property market
Median sale price
$1.23m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
3.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$950k
Median
$1.23m
Premium
$1.69m
Days on market
14
Auction clearance
64%
Sold this year
125
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +11.1% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Morningside by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Morningside, QLD 4170.
Population
11,755
residents (2021)
Median age
34
years
Household income
$2,280
median, per week
Median rent
$430
per week
Median mortgage
$2,132
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Morningside
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Morningside
$689k
1/35 Burrai Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.85m
70 Monmouth Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.67m
45 Grayson Street
Sold ~July 2026
$890k
3/17 Richmond Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.60m
157 Thynne Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.61m
44 Thynne Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.36m
5/105 Baringa Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.95m
56A Thynne Road
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
Morningside suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Morningside?
The median house price in Morningside, QLD is $1.23m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.3%.
How much is rent in Morningside?
The median weekly rent in Morningside is around $800 per week.
Is Morningside a good place to live?
Morningside is a southside suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Morningside is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 11,755 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Morningside?
Morningside has a population of 11,755 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 34.
What schools are in Morningside?
There is 1 school in or near Morningside, including Morningside State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Morningside?
Properties in Morningside take around 14 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 64%.
How much do you need to buy in Morningside?
Entry-level properties in Morningside start around $950k, while premium homes reach $1.69m.
What suburbs are near Morningside?
Suburbs near Morningside include Cannon Hill, Balmoral, Murarrie, Hawthorne and Seven Hills.
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