Top Positive Geared & High-Yield Suburbs in Queensland
Ranked directory of high rental yield and positive cash flow property investment suburbs across Queensland. Compare gross rental yields, 12-month capital growth rates, and median house prices to find profitable property deals.
Across tracked QLD postcodes
Suburbs with ≥ 5.0% gross yield
13.8% gross yield
Ranked Investment Suburbs in Queensland
Sorted by combined cash-flow yield and 12-month capital growth score
JULIA CREEK
HUGHENDEN
AUGATHELLA
ALPHA
CHARLEVILLE
BARCALDINE
BIGGENDEN
MITCHELL
BRANDON
MUNDUBBERA
JANDOWAE
EAST INNISFAIL
MIDGE POINT
LONGREACH
RICHMOND HILL
TAROOM
HOME HILL
BELL
BOYNE VALLEY
CARDWELL
MILLAA MILLAA
SOUTH KOLAN
ALLORA
HIDEAWAY BAY
TOWNSVILLE CITY
BUXTON
AIRLIE BEACH
MOUNT JULIAN
REDRIDGE
BIDWILL
Investing in Queensland Property Markets
What makes a suburb in Queensland positively geared?
A positively geared property produces gross annual rental income that exceeds mortgage financing and statutory holding costs (council rates, water, insurance, and maintenance). In Queensland, suburbs with rental yields above 5.0% typically achieve positive cash flow under standard 20% deposit financing.
How are median prices and yields calculated for QLD?
PosiProp aggregates rolling 12-month transaction records and active rental listings across all postcodes in Queensland. Rental yields reflect annual advertised rents divided by median sale prices for matching property types. For full formulas, see our Data Methodology.
Are regional markets in Queensland safe for long-term investment?
Regional centers with diverse economic drivers (health, education, logistics, agriculture, and government administration) often provide higher cash-flow yields while maintaining steady capital growth. We recommend reviewing 12-month sales volumes and days-on-market metrics alongside yield percentages.
Find Live Positive Geared Listings in Queensland
Search active properties currently listed for sale across Queensland with live cash flow calculators.