Windsor
Suburb profile, market snapshot and recent listings for Windsor, QLD 4030.
About Windsor
Welcome to Windsor
Windsor is an inner-north Brisbane suburb sitting roughly 4 kilometres from the CBD, bordered by Albion to the east, Wilston to the north, Lutwyche to the west, and Herston and Bowen Hills to the south. It occupies a comfortable middle ground between the buzz of the inner city and the quieter residential streets of Brisbane's near-north, making it a natural draw for professionals, couples, and young families who want proximity to the city without sacrificing a genuine neighbourhood feel.
The suburb's housing stock reflects its evolution over the past century — a blend of classic Queenslander cottages and post-war homes alongside a growing number of modern apartments and units. That mix, combined with good public transport links and walkable local amenities, gives Windsor a broad appeal across different life stages and budgets.
Lifestyle & dining
Windsor's day-to-day lifestyle is low-key but well-served. The suburb's local strip won't compete with Fortitude Valley for nightlife, but that's largely the point — residents value the easy rhythm of a walkable neighbourhood over the intensity of the inner city. Nearby Lutwyche and Wilston add a little more dining and café variety within a short drive or bike ride, while the broader network of inner-north suburbs means Windsor sits at the centre of a genuinely lively local precinct.
The local amenities cover everyday essentials comfortably. A 7-Eleven handles the late-night or last-minute run, Cellarbrations takes care of the weekend bottle shop needs, and services like The Ironing Shop and Contrasts Hair Studio point to the kind of practical, community-oriented retail that makes a neighbourhood actually function.
Parks & recreation
Green space is well distributed across Windsor, with several parks offering residents places to walk, exercise, and unwind without getting in the car. Archer Street Park and Wesley Street Park provide smaller, locally scaled spots suited to a morning walk or an afternoon with the kids. W. A. Jolly Park and Lanham Park offer a bit more room to move and are popular with dog walkers and those looking for a quieter outdoor escape close to home.
The suburb's relatively flat terrain and inner-city position also make it practical for cycling, with routes connecting easily into Brisbane's broader bike network and down toward the river.
Schools & families
Families with school-age children are well catered for in Windsor. Windsor State School is the local public primary option, with a solid community following among residents in the catchment. Arethusa College's Windsor Campus provides an independent secondary alternative, broadening the on-the-ground schooling choices without requiring a long commute.
The suburb's mix of house types — including a meaningful proportion of freestanding homes and townhouses — gives families a reasonable range of options, and the relatively contained, walkable character of the streets makes it a comfortable environment for children and parents alike.
Getting around
Windsor is well connected by public transport, with bus stops along key corridors including Maygar Street at Bank Street (stop 22) and Days Road at Paling Avenue (stop 23) providing regular services into the CBD and across the inner north. The broader TransLink network makes car-free commuting entirely practical for most residents working in the city or nearby suburbs like Herston and Bowen Hills.
For those who do drive, the suburb's position just off major arterials means the CBD is a short trip in most conditions. Cyclists benefit from relatively direct routes toward the city, and the proximity to Albion and Bowen Hills means rail access via those neighbouring stations is also within reach for many Windsor addresses.
Housing & architecture
Windsor's streetscapes reflect more than a century of residential development. Timber Queenslanders — many sensitively renovated — sit alongside brick post-war homes and infill developments from the past two decades. The result is an eclectic but characterful built environment that has attracted buyers who appreciate older homes with good bones as much as those seeking a modern, low-maintenance apartment.
Current listings reflect the suburb's evolving density, with apartments and units making up 51% of available stock, houses at 38%, townhouses at 7%, and land at 4%. That balance signals a suburb in transition — one that retains its residential identity while gradually accommodating more diverse dwelling types.
The property market
Windsor's property market sits firmly in premium inner-Brisbane territory. The median house price currently stands at $1.29 million, with units and apartments at a median of $795,000 — figures that reflect both the suburb's location and the quality of stock that tends to come to market. Median rent is $800 per week, underpinning solid investor interest in a suburb with reliable demand from renters working across the inner north.
Recent house price growth has recorded a correction of -4.4%, which is consistent with broader softening seen across inner-Brisbane's higher-value precincts following the strong gains of recent years. For buyers, that moderation represents a more measured entry point into a suburb that has demonstrated long-term appeal. Given Windsor's fundamentals — transport, schools, green space, and proximity to major employment nodes in Herston and Bowen Hills — the market here tends to attract buyers thinking in decades rather than months.
Market snapshot
Windsor property market
Median sale price
$1.31m
House · 3 bed
Median rent
$800
per week
Gross rental yield
3.2%
annual rent ÷ sale price
Typical price range
Entry
$1.03m
Median
$1.31m
Premium
$2.28m
Days on market
17
Auction clearance
0%
Sold this year
28
Median sold price trend · House 3 bed
Compound growth +6.9% / yr over 4 yrs
Median price by bedrooms · House
Property types on market
Share of current listings in Windsor by dwelling type.
Who lives here
Demographics
ABS Census 2021 figures for Windsor, QLD 4030.
Population
7,811
residents (2021)
Median age
32
years
Household income
$2,213
median, per week
Median rent
$400
per week
Median mortgage
$2,300
per month
Mortgage / income
24%
comfortable
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Census of Population and Housing 2021. Suburb-level (SAL) aggregates.
Education
Schools in Windsor
Government school catchment
Independent & Catholic schools
Arethusa College - Windsor Campus
Recent results
Recently sold in Windsor
$800k
405/35 Gallway Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1.34m
13/43 Sixth Avenue
Sold ~July 2026
$1.32m
4/6 Annie Street
Sold ~July 2026
$2.50m
135 Albion Road
Sold ~July 2026
$851k
4/57 Rosemount Terrace
Sold ~July 2026
$663k
501/217 Lutwyche Road
Sold ~July 2026
$1.05m
82 Bowen Street
Sold ~July 2026
$1m
3/31 Oakwal Terrace
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
Windsor suburb FAQ
What is the median property price in Windsor?
The median unit price in Windsor, QLD is $803k for a 2-bedroom home. Over the past year, median sold prices have risen about 16.7%.
How much is rent in Windsor?
The median weekly rent in Windsor is around $675 per week.
Is Windsor a good place to live?
Windsor is an inner northern suburb in the City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. Windsor is an established residential suburb in QLD, with a population of around 7,811 and 2 schools in the area.
What is the population of Windsor?
Windsor has a population of 7,811 (ABS 2021 Census), with a median age of 32.
What schools are in Windsor?
There are 2 schools in or near Windsor, including Windsor State School and Arethusa College - Windsor Campus.
How long do homes take to sell in Windsor?
Properties in Windsor take around 11 days to sell on average, with an auction clearance rate of about 0%.
How much do you need to buy in Windsor?
Entry-level properties in Windsor start around $660k, while premium homes reach $901k.
What suburbs are near Windsor?
Suburbs near Windsor include Albion, Bowen Hills, Lutwyche, Herston and Wilston.
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