South Brisbane
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Brisbane, QLD 4101.
About South Brisbane
Welcome to South Brisbane
South Brisbane sits on the southern bank of the Brisbane River, directly across from the CBD and connected to it by the Victoria Bridge and the Goodwill Bridge. It is one of the most centrally placed suburbs in Queensland's capital — close enough to walk into the city, yet with its own distinct identity shaped by cultural institutions, riverside parkland, and a predominantly apartment-driven housing stock.
The suburb draws a broad mix of residents: students attending nearby universities and colleges, young professionals who want to be minutes from the city without paying inner-city prices, and downsizers who value the walkability and cultural scene. Neighbouring South Bank, Kangaroo Point, Dutton Park, Highgate Hill, and the City itself keep South Brisbane well connected to virtually everything Brisbane has to offer.
Lifestyle & dining
South Brisbane's cultural life is anchored by the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, the Queensland Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art — all within easy walking distance of most residential addresses. The Queensland Theatre adds a strong live-arts current to the neighbourhood, and its proximity to the Merivale Street train stop means residents can step off the train and be in their seats in minutes.
The suburb's food and café scene has matured considerably over the past decade. Residents tend to drift between South Brisbane's own streets and the adjoining South Bank precinct for dining and weekend socialising, with the riverside promenade offering one of the more pleasant walking routes in any Australian capital city.
Shopping
South Brisbane is not a traditional high-street retail suburb, but it is far from lacking in local services. Businesses such as Wilde Flora, David Murry Salon, Clui Design, and Allure Salon reflect the neighbourhood's lean toward boutique, independent operators rather than big-box retail. For major supermarket and department-store shopping, residents make the short trip across the river to the CBD or head south toward Dutton Park and Highgate Hill.
The South Bank precinct — effectively an extension of daily life for most South Brisbane residents — adds farmers' markets, specialty food retailers, and casual takeaway options that fill in the gaps left by the suburb's compact commercial footprint.
Parks & recreation
Green space is genuinely well distributed through South Brisbane. Kurilpa Point Park offers riverside access and views back toward the city skyline, making it a popular spot for morning runs and weekend picnics. Jolly Place Park and Alexander Smith Place provide smaller, neighbourhood-scale green pockets that are well used by dog owners and families with young children.
Beyond the suburb's own parks, the South Bank Parklands — arguably Brisbane's most visited public space — are on the doorstep, complete with the Streets Beach lagoon, cycling paths, and a year-round calendar of events. The Goodwill Bridge links directly into the bike network heading toward Kangaroo Point and beyond.
Schools & families
South Brisbane and its immediate surrounds have an unusually strong school offering for such a compact urban suburb. Somerville House and St Laurence's College are well-regarded independent schools that attract families from across Brisbane's inner south. St George College and Brisbane State High School — the latter one of Queensland's most academically competitive state schools — are also close at hand.
The Queensland Children's Hospital School serves a specialist cohort within the nearby hospital precinct. For families weighing up an apartment purchase in South Brisbane, the concentration of quality schooling options within walking or cycling distance is a genuine drawcard, softening the trade-off of raising children in a high-density environment.
Getting around
South Brisbane is about as well served for transport as any suburb in Queensland. Train services run through the suburb with stops at Merivale Street near the Queensland Theatre, and buses connect along Montague Road near Brereton Street and via Coronation Drive at Boomerang Street. The CBD is accessible on foot across the Victoria Bridge in under fifteen minutes, and the CityCat ferry network links the suburb into Brisbane's broader river corridor.
Cyclists are well catered for, with dedicated lanes on key routes and easy access to the bikeways that run along both sides of the river. For those who do own a car, the proximity to major arterials means most inner and middle-ring Brisbane destinations are reachable quickly, though parking within the suburb itself is, as expected in a dense urban area, at a premium.
The property market
South Brisbane's property market is overwhelmingly apartment-focused — current listings show approximately 94% of dwellings are apartments or units, with houses making up just 4% and other dwelling types accounting for the remaining 2%. This shapes both the buyer and renter profile considerably: the suburb attracts investors, owner-occupier downsizers, and professionals seeking a lock-up-and-leave lifestyle rather than the traditional family-home market.
The median price for both houses and apartments currently sits at $920,000, reflecting the premium placed on inner-city convenience and the suburb's limited land supply. Median weekly rent of $890 points to strong rental demand, underpinned by the suburb's proximity to universities, hospitals, and the CBD employment hub. Buyers looking for a freestanding house in South Brisbane will find the choice very limited; the real opportunity here is in well-positioned apartments, particularly those with river or city views or easy access to the cultural precinct.
Market snapshot
South Brisbane property market
Median sale price
$653k
Unit · 1 bed
Median rent
$680
per week
Gross rental yield
5.4%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$496k
Median
$653k
Premium
$799k
Days on market
15
Auction clearance
71%
Sold this year
253
Median sold price trend · Unit 1 bed
Compound growth +12.0% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · Unit
Property types on market
Share of current listings in South Brisbane by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for South Brisbane, QLD 4101.
Population
14,292
residents (2021)
Median age
29
years
Household income
$1,818
median, per week
Median rent
$470
per week
Median mortgage
$1,950
per month
Mortgage / income
25%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in South Brisbane
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
St George College
Recent results
Recently sold in South Brisbane
$675k
703/49 Cordelia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$610k
701/45 Boundary Street
Sold ~July 2026
$230k
826/1A Glenelg Street
Sold ~July 2026
$760k
11509/1 Cordelia Street
Sold ~July 2026
$725k
1024/9 Edmondstone Street
Sold ~July 2026
$689k
1218/58 Hope Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.25m
604/66 Hope Street
Sold ~July 2026
$930k
803/19 Hope 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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South Brisbane suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in South Brisbane?
The median unit price in South Brisbane, QLD is $653k for a 1-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 20.8%.
How much is rent in South Brisbane?
The median weekly rent in South Brisbane is around $680 per week.
Is South Brisbane a good place to live?
South Brisbane is an inner southern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. South Brisbane is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 14,292 and 5 schools in the area.
What is the population of South Brisbane?
South Brisbane has a population of 14,292 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 29.
What schools are in South Brisbane?
There are 5 schools in or near South Brisbane, including Queensland Children's Hospital School, Somerville House and St Laurence's College.
How long do homes take to sell in South Brisbane?
Properties in South Brisbane take around 15 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 71%.
How much do you need to buy in South Brisbane?
Entry-level properties in South Brisbane start around $496k, while premium homes reach $799k.
What suburbs are near South Brisbane?
Suburbs near South Brisbane include South Bank, Dutton Park, Kangaroo Point, City and Highgate Hill.
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