South Townsville
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for South Townsville, QLD 4810.
About South Townsville
Welcome to South Townsville
South Townsville is a compact, characterful suburb sitting just south of the Townsville CBD, positioned along the edge of Ross Creek and offering some of the most affordable entry points into the broader Townsville property market. Its mix of older Queenslander homes, modern apartments and waterfront outlooks gives it a distinctly layered feel — part working harbour, part emerging residential address.
The suburb suits a broad range of buyers and renters: young professionals who want proximity to the city without paying inner-city prices, investors drawn to strong rental demand, and owner-occupiers who value a genuine neighbourhood feel within easy reach of the North Queensland coast. Bordered by Railway Estate, Castle Hill, North Ward, Oonoonba and Belgian Gardens, South Townsville has good connectivity in every direction.
Housing & architecture
South Townsville's streetscape reflects the city's layered history. Traditional timber Queenslanders — elevated, wide-verandahed and designed for the tropical climate — sit alongside brick lowsets from the mid-twentieth century and more recent apartment and unit developments. That blend is well represented in current listings, where apartments and units account for 48% of available dwellings, houses make up 42%, townhouses around 3%, and land parcels around 6%.
The result is a suburb that genuinely caters to different budgets and lifestyles. A buyer after a freestanding home with a yard has plenty to consider, while someone looking for a lock-up-and-leave apartment or a first-rung entry into the market is equally well served. The relatively compact land area means the suburb retains a walkable, close-knit quality that larger outer suburbs can't always offer.
The property market
South Townsville has posted solid price performance in recent years. The median house price currently sits at $618,000, while units and apartments come in at a more accessible $438,000 — a meaningful gap that makes the unit market particularly attractive for first-home buyers and investors alike. Recent house price growth of 10.3% underscores the broader momentum running through Townsville's property market, and South Townsville has been carried along with it.
For investors, the rental picture is compelling. The median weekly rent of $605 reflects genuine demand from the suburb's strong tenant pool, which is buoyed by proximity to the CBD, healthcare facilities and the broader employment base of North Queensland's largest city. With a dwelling mix skewed toward higher-density product, rental yields in the unit segment tend to be particularly competitive.
Getting around
South Townsville's central location means most day-to-day destinations are reachable without much effort. The CBD is only a short drive or a manageable cycle across Ross Creek, and the road network fans out efficiently toward the Bruce Highway and Townsville's broader suburban spread. Public transport connections give residents further options for commuting without a car.
For those who enjoy being near the water, the suburb's proximity to Ross Creek and the Townsville Recreational Boating Park is a practical asset — boat owners and water sport enthusiasts in particular benefit from easy access to launching facilities without the longer drives required from outer suburbs.
Lifestyle & dining
South Townsville won't be confused with a restaurant precinct, but it has a genuine everyday convenience that residents appreciate. Seoul Mart brings a well-stocked Asian grocery offering to the area, a useful drawcard for cooking enthusiasts and the suburb's multicultural community. Kwik Shop and Liquor Legends South Townsville handle the essentials, and Moksha Room adds a wellness dimension — a yoga and movement studio that speaks to the suburb's growing appeal among health-conscious residents.
For a wider dining and nightlife selection, North Ward and the CBD are only minutes away, meaning South Townsville residents can enjoy the relative quiet of a residential pocket while still accessing the full range of Townsville's social scene whenever they want it.
Parks & recreation
Green space in South Townsville is modest but well-placed. Hurburt Street Park provides a local pocket park for families and dog walkers, while the Fourth Avenue green corridor offers a leafy strip for a morning walk or an afternoon run. Victoria Park, accessible from the suburb's boundaries, is one of Townsville's more established parks and provides a larger open space for sport and leisure.
The Townsville Recreational Boating Park is perhaps the suburb's most distinctive recreational asset — a launching point for fishing, boating and general messing about on the water that reinforces South Townsville's connection to the broader marine landscape of the North Queensland coast. Castle Hill, the iconic pink granite monolith that defines Townsville's skyline, is also within easy reach for those who want a challenging walk with a rewarding panoramic payoff.
Schools & families
Families with school-age children are well served at the primary level by Townsville South State School, which provides a local option without the need for long commutes. For secondary schooling and specialist programs, the wider Townsville network — accessible via the suburb's central location — offers a range of public and private options across North Ward and beyond.
The suburb's mix of housing types and its relative affordability compared to neighbouring North Ward make it a practical choice for young families looking to get a foothold close to the city. The combination of parks, a local school and easy CBD access means South Townsville functions well as a family address, not just an investor play.
Market snapshot
South Townsville property market
Median sale price
$615k
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$610
per week
Gross rental yield
5.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$427k
Median
$615k
Premium
$727k
Days on market
19
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
19
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +14.3% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in South Townsville by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for South Townsville, QLD 4810.
Population
2,424
residents (2021)
Median age
41
years
Household income
$1,516
median, per week
Median rent
$300
per week
Median mortgage
$1,517
per month
Mortgage / income
23%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in South Townsville
Government school catchment
Recent results
Recently sold in South Townsville
$432k
8/6-8 Bell Street
Sold ~July 2026
$490k
66/30-34 Palmer Street
Sold ~July 2026
$600k
901/2 Dibbs Street
Sold ~July 2026
$680k
87 Tully Street
Sold ~July 2026
$625k
5 Fourth Avenue
Sold ~June 2026
$389k
13/51-55 Palmer Street
Sold ~June 2026
$390k
18/30-34 Palmer 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
South Townsville suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in South Townsville?
The median unit price in South Townsville, QLD is $438k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 2.5%.
How much is rent in South Townsville?
The median weekly rent in South Townsville is around $500 per week.
Is South Townsville a good place to live?
South Townsville is a coastal suburb of Townsville in the City of Townsville, Queensland, Australia. South Townsville is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 2,424 and 1 school in the area.
What is the population of South Townsville?
South Townsville has a population of 2,424 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 41.
What schools are in South Townsville?
There is 1 school in or near South Townsville, including Townsville South State School.
How long do homes take to sell in South Townsville?
Properties in South Townsville take around 24 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in South Townsville?
Entry-level properties in South Townsville start around $310k, while premium homes reach $710k.
What suburbs are near South Townsville?
Suburbs near South Townsville include Railway Estate, Castle Hill, North Ward, Oonoonba and Belgian Gardens.
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