Global Property Investments
International Property Investors
Brisbane, Noosa, the Sunshine Coast and broader South East Queensland are attracting increasing interest from international investors seeking exposure to premium Australian property markets. Supported by significant infrastructure investment, population growth, supply constraints and the lead-up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the region offers a compelling combination of long-term growth potential and lifestyle appeal.
For international clients evaluating property opportunities from abroad, trusted local insight can be invaluable. Understanding the market, identifying suitable opportunities and navigating complexity often depends on having the right local partner.
The Investment Case
Why Brisbane & South-East Queensland
Brisbane and South-East Queensland are entering a defining period of growth, visibility and structural change. Official and reputable data point to a rare convergence of population growth, major infrastructure investment, housing-market momentum, international attention and persistent supply constraints — factors reshaping the region's prestige property, investment and lifestyle appeal.
+110.2%
Brisbane Median House Growth
ABS Total Value of Dwellings, March Quarter 2026
ABS data shows Brisbane's median established-house transfer price rose from $547,000 in June Quarter 2020 to approximately $1.150 million in March Quarter 2026 — an increase of about 110.2%.
+688%
$5M+ Brisbane Home Sales Growth
McGrath Research / realestate.com.au, May 2026
McGrath research reported that the number of Brisbane homes selling above $5 million increased by 688% over five years, with more than 70 sales above that level recorded in the previous six months.
34%
Brisbane GRP Growth Forecast
BEDA State of the City 2025
BEDA State of the City 2025 — Brisbane real Gross Regional Product growth forecast, 2021 to 2031
$100.6B
Greater Brisbane Pipeline
BEDA State of the City 2025 / Queensland Budget 2026–27
BEDA State of the City 2025 major-projects pipeline; Queensland Budget 2026–27 confirms a record $119.241B four-year capital program.
6M
SEQ Population by 2046
BEDA State of the City 2025
BEDA State of the City 2025 — SEQ projected to reach 6M by 2046, larger than Sydney or Melbourne today
~1%
Brisbane Rental Vacancy
PropTrack, May 2026
PropTrack reported Brisbane's rental vacancy rate at 1.01% in May 2026, confirming continued tight rental conditions across the capital-city rental market.
Sources: ABS, BEDA, McGrath Research / realestate.com.au, PropTrack, Queensland Budget 2026–27. Historical performance and forecasts are provided for general information only. Past performance is not indicative of future outcomes.
Data last reviewed: July 2026
ABS Data — Official Government Source
Median Established-House Transfer Price Growth
June Quarter 2020 to March Quarter 2026 · ABS Total Value of Dwellings, published 9 June 2026
| Market | June 2020 | March 2026 | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | $547K | $1.150M | +110.2% |
| Adelaide | $487.5K | $980K | +101.0% |
| Perth | $475K | $1.000M | +110.5% |
| Sydney | $955K | $1.485M | +55.5% |
| Melbourne | $720K | $850K | +18.1% |
ABS median established-house transfer price data. This is an unstratified transfer-price measure and does not adjust for changes in the mix, location or quality of properties sold. Historical performance is not indicative of future performance.
Proven Capital Growth
Official ABS data shows Brisbane's median established-house transfer price rose from $547,000 in June Quarter 2020 to $1.150M in March Quarter 2026 — an increase of approximately 110.2%. Over the same period, Brisbane materially outpaced Sydney (+55.5%) and Melbourne (+18.1%) on this measure. In March Quarter 2026, Queensland's mean residential dwelling price reached $1.1237M — second nationally after New South Wales.
Australian Bureau of Statistics, Total Value of Dwellings, March Quarter 2026 | Period: Jun 2020 – Mar 2026
Ultra-Prestige Market Expansion
Brisbane's super-prestige market has expanded rapidly. McGrath research reported by realestate.com.au found the number of $5M-plus homes in Brisbane rose 688% over five years, with more than 70 properties selling above $5M in the previous six months and at least 10 sales above $10M, predominantly in inner suburbs including New Farm, Teneriffe and Hamilton.
McGrath Research via realestate.com.au | Period: Five years to May 2026; six months to May 2026
Brisbane's Economic Growth Trajectory
Brisbane's economy exceeded $201B in 2024 and is projected to reach $275B by 2041. BEDA's State of the City 2025 report identifies 34% real GRP growth forecast from 2021 to 2031 and 41% real export growth over the same period. Queensland Treasury also forecasts continued State growth.
BEDA State of the City 2025; Queensland Budget 2026–27 | Period: 2024 actual; forecasts to 2031 and 2041
Infrastructure & Brisbane 2032 Catalyst
Greater Brisbane has a $100.6B major-projects pipeline. Queensland's 2026–27 Budget confirms a record $119.241B four-year capital program, including $29.616B in 2026–27 directly supporting around 71,500 jobs. Infrastructure Partnerships Australia also ranks Queensland first overall in its 2026–27 Australian Infrastructure Budget Monitor, with $75.4B in general-government infrastructure expenditure allocated over four years to FY2029–30. Key commitments include The Wave, Gold Coast Faster Rail, Brisbane 2032 venues and Games villages.
Sources: ABS, BEDA, McGrath Research / realestate.com.au, PropTrack, Queensland Budget 2026–27, Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program 2026–27 to 2029–30, Infrastructure Partnerships Australia Australian Infrastructure Budget Monitor 2026–27. Data last reviewed: July 2026.
Population & Housing Demand
South East Queensland is projected to reach six million people by 2046 — larger than Sydney or Melbourne are today. The Queensland Budget confirms major housing-enabling investment, including a doubled $1B Residential Activation Fund, land unlocked for more than 98,000 new homes, and a record $5.725B investment in social and community housing — reinforcing the long-term value of well-located, scarce prestige assets.
BEDA State of the City 2025; Queensland Budget 2026–27 | Period: SEQ projection to 2046
Structural Rental Tightness
PropTrack reported Brisbane's rental vacancy rate at 1.01% in May 2026, confirming continued tight rental conditions across the city. This supply-scarcity dynamic supports rental yields and underpins capital values for well-located prestige assets, particularly in tightly held inner-Brisbane catchments.
PropTrack | Period: May 2026
Priority Prestige Markets
Prestige Location Snapshot
An overview of selected prestige locations across Brisbane and South East Queensland. Each profile highlights current prestige demand, location characteristics and strategic relevance, with detailed source-attributed analysis available through the Prestige Market Intelligence reports.
These locations are selected examples of priority prestige and lifestyle markets relevant to Tom Pellegrini & Partners' advisory focus. They are not intended to be exhaustive.
New Farm
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Exceptionally Sought After
A tightly held inner-Brisbane peninsula overlooking the Brisbane River. Heritage Queenslanders, boutique apartment buildings and a vibrant village character along Merthyr Road define this suburb's appeal. One of Brisbane's most consistently sought-after prestige addresses, with deep owner-occupier demand, minimal stock and strong land-supply constraints underpinning long-term resilience.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceTeneriffe
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Exceptionally Sought After
Brisbane's highest-profile prestige riverfront address. Former woolstore warehouses converted into landmark apartments sit alongside architecturally significant new residences. Demand is driven by a concentrated pool of high-net-worth buyers drawn to the suburb's irreplaceable river position, boutique scale and proximity to New Farm and Fortitude Valley.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceNoosa Heads
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Exceptionally Sought After
A globally recognised coastal lifestyle destination on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, defined by Hastings Street, Noosa National Park and permanently constrained land supply. An internationally competitive prestige premium is underpinned by environmental protections limiting new supply, sustained interest from interstate and international lifestyle buyers, and one of the most affluent buyer profiles in regional Australia.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceAscot
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Highly Sought After
A prestige northern suburb defined by wide tree-lined streets, landmark Federation and Queenslander homes, and proximity to Eagle Farm and Doomben racecourses. One of Brisbane's oldest established blue-chip addresses, attracting discerning buyers seeking generous land parcels, elite schooling corridors and a refined, enduring residential character.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceHamilton
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Highly Sought After
An elevated riverside suburb offering panoramic city and river views. Hamilton attracts trophy buyers seeking prestige homes with expansive outlooks, proximity to the Royal Queensland Golf Club and seamless access to the CBD, airport and Portside precinct. Trophy sales above $10M have become increasingly common, reinforcing the suburb's prestige credentials.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceHawthorne
Brisbane & SEQ Prestige
Highly Sought After
A tightly held riverfront suburb between Bulimba and the Hawthorne ferry terminal, characterised by elevated ridge-top homes and quiet, well-established streets. Demand is underpinned by riverside amenity, proximity to Oxford Street retail and consistent owner-occupier competition for quality stock in a suburb that rarely sees significant new supply.
Based on observed prestige-market conditions and publicly available market data · Last reviewed: July 2026
View intelligenceInsights & Analysis
Prestige Market Intelligence Reports
Access source-attributed analysis for selected prestige locations, including whole-market benchmarks, premium-segment context, demand indicators, key drivers, risk factors and 12–24 month outlooks.
Prestige Demand Signal — Indicator Basis
Prestige demand indicators are qualitative assessments based on observed buyer depth, supply constraints, transaction activity, location scarcity, prestige appeal and market sentiment. They are indicative only and are not forecasts, valuations or investment recommendations.
Location profiles: Compiled from REA Group / PropTrack suburb profiles, Domain suburb insights, Queensland Government suburb and planning data, and RP Data. Reference period: 12 months to April 2026. Last reviewed: July 2026.
Indicators do not constitute financial, investment, legal, taxation or property advice, and should not be relied upon as a prediction of future market conditions or performance. Readers should obtain independent professional advice before making any property or investment decision.
What We Offer
Our Services for International Investors
Investing in Australian property from overseas can be complex. Our role is to combine institutional-grade market intelligence with personal guidance at every stage — from identifying opportunities aligned with your property objectives, to understanding regulatory pathways, coordinating specialist advisers and progressing through to settlement. Every service is designed to reduce uncertainty and support confident decision-making.
Tom's executive career included extensive experience operating within highly governed investment and stakeholder environments, including engagement with boards, regulators, government authorities and institutional counterparties. That background informs the disciplined, process-driven approach he brings to complex property, development and cross-border advisory matters.
Property Identification, Acquisition & New Development Access
We identify on- and off-market prestige opportunities aligned with your investment thesis and provide early access to off-the-plan prestige products through our selected developers and market relationships — including early-stage pricing where available. Every opportunity is pre-screened against your criteria before being presented.
Note: The foreign investment ban on established dwellings applies from 1 April 2025 to 30 June 2029. Temporary residents may still apply for approval to purchase vacant land or new dwellings.
Under the current framework, foreign persons may generally purchase:
- —New or near-new dwellings — properties built as part of a residential development and not previously occupied for more than 12 months
- —Established dwellings acquired for the purpose of redevelopment
- —Off-the-plan properties purchased prior to or during construction
- —Vacant residential land
General information only — not tax, legal, financial, or investment advice. Foreign investment rules are complex and subject to change. You should obtain independent professional advice tailored to your individual circumstances before making any investment decision.
Foreign Investment Pathway & Professional Coordination
Navigating Australian foreign investment rules, FIRB (Foreign Investment Review Board) approvals, the definition of a foreign person or business, non-individuals considered foreign persons, the types of property a foreign person can buy, potential criteria for exemption certificate applications, and state-level requirements can be extremely complex. We help clients understand the broader regulatory framework and coordinate introductions to appropriately qualified legal, taxation and other specialist advisers.
Strategic Property Advisory & Specialist Coordination
For many international investors, property acquisition forms part of a broader lifestyle, family or long-term asset decision.
Through a carefully curated network of trusted Australian professionals, we facilitate introductions to experienced legal, taxation, finance and wealth management advisers who regularly assist international investors, expatriates and high-net-worth individuals.
Our objective is to help clients access the specialist expertise required to make informed decisions, preserve wealth and establish a strong foundation for long-term investment success in Australia.
Strategic Property Intelligence
We provide strategic market insights tailored to Queensland's prestige property market, combining comparable sales evidence, market dynamics and broader economic context.
Our objective is to help clients understand not only what they are acquiring, but also the factors that underpin value, opportunity and long-term property confidence.
Discreet Off-Market Access
Many of the most compelling prestige investment opportunities in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast never reach public portals. Our off-market network gives international investors access to selected opportunities before broader market exposure, where available.
What You Achieve
Goals & Benefits
Property opportunities vetted for alignment with your objectives
Off-market properties, pre-launch development opportunities, and discreet seller mandates aren't just access — we pre-screen them against your specific investment criteria, so you're only considering what actually fits your strategy.
Decisions supported by rigorous analysis
Every recommendation is backed by the same rigour applied to managing billions in institutional capital: comparable sales analysis, buyer demand profiling, economic context, and long-term outlook. You'll understand not just what you're acquiring, but why.
A clear path through complex rules
FIRB, foreign ownership rules, tax structuring — we guide you through the landscape and coordinate introductions to specialist advisers. Your pathway is mapped, your risks are understood, and nothing is left to chance.
A Trusted Local Partner
A single, experienced point of contact, combining deep knowledge of the Brisbane and South East Queensland (SEQ) market with an international institutional investment and strategic advisory background, helping overseas investors navigate the Australian property landscape with confidence and make informed decisions.
Long-Term Relationship
Our best international client relationships have evolved over years and multiple transactions. We build relationships, not just deals.
Privacy & Discretion
Your identity, circumstances and property objectives are handled with discretion throughout every interaction.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Foreign investment rules are subject to change. This information is general in nature and should be verified with appropriately qualified legal and taxation advisers before any decision is made.
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Whether you are exploring opportunities in Queensland for the first time or seeking to expand your presence in one of Australia's most sought-after prestige markets, an initial confidential conversation provides an opportunity to discuss your objectives, exchange insights and explore how Tom Pellegrini & Partners, together with the resources, relationships and market reach of Prestige by HPC, may be able to assist.
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