Top Positive Geared Suburbs in Queensland
Ranked list of high-yield investment suburbs across Queensland. Compare gross rental yields, 12-month capital growth rates, and median house prices to find cash-flow positive property.
Across tracked QLD postcodes
Suburbs with ≥ 5.0% gross yield
12.3% gross yield
Ranked Investment Suburbs in Queensland
Sorted by combined cash-flow yield and 12-month capital growth score
JULIA CREEK
HUGHENDEN
PIONEER
LONGREACH
SCOTTVILLE
CHARLEVILLE
THE GAP
TAROOM
EAST INNISFAIL
BRANDON
HOME HILL
COLLINSVILLE
SPRINGSURE
GOONDI BEND
CECIL PLAINS
BELL
MOUNT JULIAN
RICHMOND HILL
CARDWELL
WATTLE CAMP
SOUTH KOLAN
BOYNE VALLEY
KINKA BEACH
AIRLIE BEACH
BLUEWATER PARK
ALLIGATOR CREEK
ALLORA
RAVENSHOE
REDRIDGE
TOWNSVILLE CITY
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.