Rosslea
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Rosslea, QLD 4812.
About Rosslea
Welcome to Rosslea
Rosslea is a compact, close-in suburb of Townsville, tucked just south of the city centre and bordered by Hermit Park, Mysterton, Pimlico, Mundingburra and Oonoonba. Its proximity to the CBD, the Ross River and Townsville's main arterial roads has long made it a practical, well-connected place to live rather than a destination suburb — and that's part of its appeal.
With a population of just under 1,900 and a median age of 35, Rosslea has the feel of a settled, working suburb rather than a new estate. It suits buyers and renters after an affordable foothold close to the city, as well as investors drawn to its mix of housing stock and steady rental demand.
Lifestyle & dining
Rosslea doesn't have a bustling café strip of its own, but that's easily forgiven given how close it sits to the eating and shopping precincts of neighbouring Hermit Park and Mysterton, both an easy drive or bike ride away. The Ross River is nearby too, offering a scenic backdrop for walking or fishing, while the short hop into central Townsville opens up the city's full spread of restaurants, bars and waterfront dining along The Strand.
Getting around
One of Rosslea's biggest drawcards is its location. It sits within a few kilometres of the Townsville CBD, making for a quick commute by car, and it's well served by bus routes connecting to Mundingburra, Pimlico and the city centre. The suburb's grid of local streets links easily onto Townsville's main roads, so getting to the port, the hospital precinct or the highway north or south is straightforward without the traffic bottlenecks of some outer suburbs.
Schools & families
Families in Rosslea have Tec-NQ's Rosslea Campus right on their doorstep, offering a vocational-style education pathway alongside the mainstream schooling options available in surrounding suburbs like Mundingburra and Pimlico. The suburb's mix of established homes and units tends to attract a broad range of residents, from young renters to longer-term owners, rather than being aimed squarely at families with school-age children.
Housing & architecture
Rosslea's housing stock reflects its history as an older, inner-Townsville suburb: classic Queenslanders and post-war brick homes sit alongside low-rise unit blocks and a growing number of townhouses. Current listings show a fairly even split between the two main dwelling types, with houses making up 48% of the market, apartments and units 38%, and townhouses the remaining 14% — giving buyers a genuine choice of housing style within a small area.
The property market
Rosslea's affordability is one of its strongest selling points. The median house price sits at $402,000, with units and apartments typically fetching a median of $381,000 — both figures well below Townsville's more sought-after riverside and beachside suburbs. House prices have risen strongly of late, up 21.8% recently, pointing to growing buyer interest in the suburb's value proposition. For renters, the median rent of $430 a week reflects solid demand, particularly given Rosslea's short commute to the CBD, and the suburb continues to appeal to investors chasing both yield and capital growth potential.
Parks & recreation
Green space isn't far from any part of Rosslea, with the Ross River offering walking and cycling paths within easy reach and several local parks scattered through the surrounding streets. The suburb's flat terrain and grid layout make it easy to get around on foot or by bike, while sporting facilities in nearby Mundingburra and Pimlico give residents access to ovals, courts and pools without having to travel far from home.
Market snapshot
Rosslea property market
Median sale price
$402k
House · 2 bed
Median rent
$430
per week
Gross rental yield
5.6%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$328k
Median
$402k
Premium
$680k
Days on market
29
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
19
Median sold price trend · House 2 bed
Compound growth +18.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Rosslea by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Rosslea, QLD 4812.
Population
1,903
residents (2021)
Median age
35
years
Household income
$1,332
median, per week
Median rent
$275
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
26%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Rosslea
Independent & Catholic schools
Tec-NQ - Rosslea Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Rosslea
$819k
11 Caddy Lane
Sold ~July 2026
$1.35m
12 Signature Drive
Sold ~July 2026
$385k
1/54 Lowth Street
Sold ~July 2026
$520k
7/29-31 Lindsay Street
Sold ~July 2026
$465k
15/62-64 Bowen Road
Sold ~July 2026
$530k
77/111-127 Bowen Road
Sold ~July 2026
$558k
1/4-6 Welsh Street
Sold ~July 2026
$275k
2/6 Touch Street
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
Rosslea suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Rosslea?
The median unit price in Rosslea, QLD is $381k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 21.0%.
How much is rent in Rosslea?
The median weekly rent in Rosslea is around $430 per week.
Is Rosslea a good place to live?
Rosslea is a suburb of Townsville in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. Rosslea is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 1,903 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of Rosslea?
Rosslea has a population of 1,903 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 35.
What schools are in Rosslea?
There is 1 school in or near Rosslea, including Tec-NQ - Rosslea Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Rosslea?
Properties in Rosslea take around 7 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Rosslea?
Entry-level properties in Rosslea start around $274k, while premium homes reach $489k.
What suburbs are near Rosslea?
Suburbs near Rosslea include Hermit Park, Mysterton, Oonoonba, Pimlico and Mundingburra.
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