QLD · 4854

Tully

Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Tully, QLD 4854.

Tully, QLD 4854

About Tully

Welcome to Tully

Tully sits in Far North Queensland, roughly midway between Cairns and Townsville, in a region famous for being one of the wettest in Australia — a claim to fame the town celebrates with its giant golden gumboot standing beside the highway. Surrounded by sugar cane fields and banana plantations, with the Tully River and the rainforested foothills of the Cardwell Range close by, this is a town built on agriculture, and it still very much wears that identity.

With a population of 2,368 and a median age of 38, Tully is a working town rather than a lifestyle destination, and that's exactly its appeal for many buyers. It suits families, farmers, tradespeople and anyone wanting genuine regional affordability, a strong sense of community, and easy access to both tropical coastline and rainforest without big-city price tags or traffic.

Lifestyle & dining

Life in Tully revolves around its compact town centre, where cafes, pubs and takeaway spots serve the surrounding farming community and the steady trickle of travellers heading up or down the Bruce Highway. The Tully River draws whitewater rafters and kayakers from across the country, and the nearby Tully Gorge National Park is one of the region's great outdoor drawcards. It's an unpretentious town where locals know each other, and the pace suits people who want space, quiet, and a genuine rural community rather than a manicured tourist strip.

Shopping

Tully's main street covers day-to-day needs well, with a supermarket, bakery, pharmacy, hardware and various local retailers and services clustered around the centre of town. For bigger shopping trips, residents typically head to Innisfail or further afield to Cairns, but for groceries, fuel and essentials, Tully is self-sufficient, which matters in a region where the nearest larger centres are a reasonable drive away.

Getting around

The Bruce Highway runs straight through Tully, making it a straightforward drive to Innisfail, Cairns to the north or Townsville to the south. Tully also sits on the North Coast rail line, historically important for moving sugar cane and still relevant for regional rail links. Locally, a car is essential — this is a spread-out rural town and district, with neighbouring localities like Birkalla, Bulgun and Midgenoo forming part of the broader Tully community and requiring their own transport to reach the town centre and its services.

Schools & families

Families in Tully are well served by a solid spread of local schooling options. Tully State School and Tully State High School provide public primary and secondary education right in town, while St Clare's School offers a Catholic schooling alternative. Having this full range of options locally, without needing to travel to a larger centre, is a genuine drawcard for families weighing up a move to the district.

The property market

Tully's property market reflects its status as an affordable regional centre with recent momentum. The median house price sits at $373,000, and the area has seen strong recent growth of 23.1%, a sign that buyers are increasingly recognising the value on offer here relative to coastal hubs further north. Current listings show a mix dominated by houses (56%), with a notable 37% share of land, reflecting ongoing appetite for building and acreage-style living in and around town, while apartments and units make up a modest 7% of the market.

For buyers priced out of Cairns or Townsville, or those wanting a rural or semi-rural lifestyle with room to move, Tully represents one of the more accessible entry points into Far North Queensland property, particularly for those planning to build or buy land on the town's fringes.

Market snapshot

Tully property market

Median price ranks #3,663 of 3,797 suburbs · pricier than 4%
Bedrooms

Median sale price

$373k

House · 3 bed

Median rent

per week

Gross rental yield

annual rent ÷ sale price

Typical price range

Entry

$224k

Median

$373k

Premium

$656k

Days on market

117

Auction clearance

0%

Sold this year

30

Median sold price trend · House 3 bed

Compound growth +15.4% / yr over 4 yrs

Median price by bedrooms · House

Property types on market

Share of current listings in Tully by dwelling type.

House56%
Land37%
Apartment / Unit7%

Who lives here

Demographics

ABS Census 2021 figures for Tully, QLD 4854.

Population

2,368

residents (2021)

Median age

38

years

Household income

$1,270

median, per week

Median rent

$250

per week

Median mortgage

$1,100

per month

Mortgage / income

20%

comfortable

Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.

Education

Schools in Tully

Government school catchment

Tully State School

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Tully State High School

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Independent & Catholic schools

St Clare's School

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Recent results

Recently sold in Tully

$699k

1/214 Tully Gorge Road

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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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Properties & amenities in Tully

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Price map around Tully

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Common questions

Tully suburb FAQ

What is the median property price in Tully?

The median house price in Tully, QLD is $373k for a 3-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 23.1%.

Is Tully a good place to live?

Tully is a rural town and locality in the Cassowary Coast Region, Queensland, Australia. Tully is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 2,368 and 3 schools in the area.

What is the population of Tully?

Tully has a population of 2,368 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 38.

What schools are in Tully?

There are 3 schools in or near Tully, including St Clare's School, Tully State School and Tully State High School.

How long do homes take to sell in Tully?

Properties in Tully take around 117 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.

How much do you need to buy in Tully?

Entry-level properties in Tully start around $224k, while premium homes reach $656k.

What suburbs are near Tully?

Suburbs near Tully include Birkalla, Bulgun and Midgenoo.

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Properties in Tully

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$170,000
land

Discover Your Slice of Paradise in Tully!

57 Keir Road, Tully QLD 4854
4000 m²
LJ Hooker Tully3 months ago
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$700,000
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LARGE FLAT ACREAGE BLOCK IN TOWN (121-129 BRYANT ST,TULLY)

Lot 2 Bryant Street, Tully QLD 4854
1.7 ha
LJ Hooker Tully3 months ago
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$900,000
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FIRST TIME ON MARKET. Modern, Immaculate, Tropic Paradise , Rainforest by the Creek. Home 15 minutes to Mission Beach.

10 Wildsoet Street, Tully QLD 4854
32125706 m²
For Sale By Owner3 months ago
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$135,000
land

Vacant Block at Tully Heads

Lot 2 Melaleuca Drive, Tully Heads QLD 4854
1000 m²
Tully Realty3 months ago
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$235,000
land

Endless Potential â 8430m² (Approx) Flat Block in Peaceful Tully Heads

Lot 3 Paradise Palm Drive, Tully Heads QLD 4854
8430 m²
LJ Hooker Tully3 months ago
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$389,000
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$389 K Charming Home in Prime Tully Location!

20 Black St, Tully QLD 4854
3111209 m²
Tropical Property3 months ago
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$165,000
land

NOW ONLY SIX BLOCKS LEFT!

Multiple Lots Pelican Close, Tully Heads QLD 4854
805 m²
farr real estate3 months ago
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Investment Opportunity - Freehold Accommodation & Bar

50 Butler Street, Tully QLD 4854
2210132866 m²
Ray White Cairns and Cairns Beaches3 months ago
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$165,000
land

Coastal Duplex Blocks From Just $165,000

4, 8,9,10,11//12 Tully Heads Road, Tully Heads QLD 4854
802 m²
@realty3 months ago
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$440,000
land

Absolute Beachfront Opportunity â Rare approx. 1092sqm block with Shed at Tully Heads

52-54 Taylor Street, Tully Heads QLD 4854
1092 m²
LJ Hooker Tully3 months ago
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$85,000
land

WHY BUY WHEN YOU CAN BUILD?

38 Pease Street, Tully QLD 4854
845 m²
LJ Hooker Tully3 months ago
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Private Property or Property Development

606 Tully Hull Road, Tully Heads QLD 4854
27.92 ha
Property Now3 months ago
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