Rochedale South
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Rochedale South, QLD 4123.
About Rochedale South
Welcome to Rochedale South
Rochedale South sits in Brisbane's southern corridor, roughly 20 kilometres from the CBD, sandwiched between the established suburbs of Springwood, Priestdale, Underwood, Woodridge and Slacks Creek. It's a suburb that has quietly built a reputation as a family stronghold — leafy, residential, and built around the rhythms of school runs, weekend sport and backyard living rather than café strips or nightlife.
With a population of just over 15,000 and a median age of 37, Rochedale South skews towards young and established families who've traded inner-city proximity for space, quieter streets and larger blocks. It suits buyers who want a settled, suburban lifestyle within reasonable striking distance of both the Brisbane CBD and the Logan and Gold Coast growth corridors.
Housing & architecture
The housing stock in Rochedale South is overwhelmingly detached — houses make up 79% of current listings, a reflection of the suburb's low-density, family-oriented character. Townhouses account for a further 14%, with small pockets of vacant land (5%) still coming to market for those wanting to build, and apartments or units making up just 2% of stock.
Expect a mix of established brick-and-tile homes from the suburb's main growth decades alongside newer builds on larger blocks, particularly toward the fringes bordering Priestdale and Underwood. The prevalence of standalone houses with decent-sized yards is part of the drawcard for families upgrading from more compact, unit-heavy suburbs closer to Brisbane.
The property market
Rochedale South's median house price currently sits at $1.05 million, following strong growth of 17.0% recently — a pace that reflects the broader demand for family-friendly, house-dominant suburbs in Brisbane's south. For renters, the median asking rent is $680 per week, putting the suburb firmly in the established family-rental bracket rather than the entry-level end of the market.
This combination of high owner-occupier demand, limited unit stock and consistent price growth suggests a market driven by long-term residents and upgraders rather than investors chasing yield. Buyers priced out of neighbouring Springwood have also helped underpin demand, while the suburb's proximity to Logan's more affordable pockets in Woodridge and Slacks Creek gives it a natural ceiling and floor within the local market.
Getting around
Rochedale South is well positioned for road-based commuting, with the Pacific Motorway and Logan Motorway both accessible via Springwood and Underwood, making trips into the Brisbane CBD or down to the Gold Coast reasonably straightforward by car. Springwood serves as the area's main public transport and bus interchange hub, connecting residents to greater Brisbane, while nearby Kingston and Woodridge train stations on the Beenleigh line offer rail options for those commuting further afield.
Local bus services run through Rochedale South itself, linking residents to Springwood's transport hub and surrounding shopping and school precincts, though most households rely on cars for day-to-day movement given the suburb's spread-out, low-density layout.
Schools & families
Education needs are well catered for locally, with Rochedale South State School and Springwood Road State School both serving the immediate area. Combined with the suburb's family-heavy demographic and median age of 37, schooling is clearly a central part of Rochedale South's appeal, and proximity to these schools is a genuine drawcard for buyers with young children.
Secondary and further education options are available in neighbouring Springwood and Underwood, rounding out a suburb that functions as a fairly self-contained family base without residents needing to travel far for schooling essentials.
Shopping & lifestyle
While Rochedale South itself is largely residential, it benefits enormously from its neighbours. Springwood, just next door, is the area's retail and dining hub, offering major shopping centres, supermarkets and a broad spread of restaurants and cafés. Underwood and Priestdale add further retail and service options within a short drive.
Day-to-day life here revolves around quiet streets, local parks and the convenience of having Springwood's full retail and hospitality offering minutes away, giving residents the best of both a peaceful residential setting and easy access to bigger-suburb amenities.
Market snapshot
Rochedale South property market
Median sale price
$1.05m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$680
per week
Gross rental yield
3.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$790k
Median
$1.05m
Premium
$1.38m
Days on market
11
Auction clearance
83%
Sold this year
132
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +10.5% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Rochedale South by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Rochedale South, QLD 4123.
Population
15,228
residents (2021)
Median age
37
years
Household income
$1,924
median, per week
Median rent
$395
per week
Median mortgage
$1,800
per month
Mortgage / income
22%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Rochedale South
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in Rochedale South
$750k
34/66 Springwood Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.73m
16 Danaher Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$1.25m
51 Parfrey Road
Sold ~July 2026
$767k
5/10 Palara Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.11m
788 Underwood Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.09m
34 Torview Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.27m
10 Algona Street
Sold ~July 2026
$860k
7/61 Dorset Drive
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
Rochedale South suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Rochedale South?
The median house price in Rochedale South, QLD is $1.05m for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 17.0%.
How much is rent in Rochedale South?
The median weekly rent in Rochedale South is around $680 per week.
Is Rochedale South a good place to live?
Rochedale South is the most northern residential suburb in the City of Logan, Queensland, Australia. Rochedale South is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 15,228 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Rochedale South?
Rochedale South has a population of 15,228 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 37.
What schools are in Rochedale South?
There are 2 schools in or near Rochedale South, including Rochedale South State School and Springwood Road State School.
How long do homes take to sell in Rochedale South?
Properties in Rochedale South take around 11 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 83%.
How much do you need to buy in Rochedale South?
Entry-level properties in Rochedale South start around $790k, while premium homes reach $1.38m.
What suburbs are near Rochedale South?
Suburbs near Rochedale South include Springwood, Priestdale, Underwood, Woodridge and Slacks Creek.
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