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Coombabah suburb profile

Coombabah is a leafy, residential suburb in the northern Gold Coast that centres on the Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area, a network of wetlands and bushland with walking tracks and abundant birdlife. Its streets are mainly low-rise, family homes on generous blocks, with parks, sports fields and local shops tucked into quiet neighbourhood pockets. The suburb appeals to families and people who value green space and a quieter pace while remaining within easy reach of the coast and larger commercial centres. Regular bus services and straightforward road links make commuting and weekend trips to nearby beaches and shopping precincts convenient.

Coombabah property market performance

Current median dwelling price$862,500Past 3 months

Property growth+16.7%Past 12 months

The median house price in Coombabah is $950,000, with house values rising sharply, up 20.0% over the last 12 months. The median unit price is $775,000, and unit values also rose sharply, up 13.4% over the same period; house values rose faster than unit values.

Over the last 3 months 28 houses and 17 units were sold. Houses had a median days on market of 18 over the last 12 months and units 17, so properties sold in a similar time.

The rental market in Coombabah showed average house rents of $795 a week, up a solid 6.0% over the last 12 months. Average unit rents were $700 a week, up sharply 11.1% over the same period, so unit rents grew faster than house rents.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
$950K$775K
Change in value
Past 12 months
20.0%13.4%
Sold
Past 3 months
2817
Median days on market
Past 12 months
1817
Average rent
Past 12 months
$795$700
Change in rent
Past 12 months
6.0%11.1%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Coombabah demographics

Coombabah is home to 10,298 people, with a median age of 51 and a median household income of $1,092 a week, roughly $56,800 a year.

Families are dominated by couples: 49.3% are couple families without children (1,415 families) and 29.2% are couple families with children (840 families), so about four in five families are couples. One-parent families make up 19.9% (572 families) and other families account for 1.6% (45 families).

In Coombabah, most homes are owner-occupied: 43.0% are owned outright and 28.1% are owned with a mortgage, a combined owner-occupier share of 71.1%, while renters make up 28.9%.

Coombabah infrastructure, key developments and investment opportunities

Coombabah is included in the Queensland Government’s Gold Coast Transport Plan (released 14 August 2026) which names the Jabiru Bridge project to duplicate the 236-metre Coombabah Creek bridge and a 194-metre flood relief channel bridge, and notes upgrades to Gold Coast Highway intersections around Arundel and Coombabah as part of wider Coomera Connector work.

At local level, the City of Gold Coast ran community engagement on a Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area concept plan (consultation 22 July–11 August 2025) proposing a new toilet block, a kangaroo viewing platform and observation tower, an environmental education structure, new trails, boardwalks and a Myola Creek bridge, upgraded parking and accessible paths. The suburb’s Coombabah Sewage Treatment Plant is undergoing a staged capacity upgrade (Stage 6 delivered under a design and construct contract with Acciona/SMEC/Hunter H2O) and Coombabah State School recently had a D-Block refurbishment to create adaptable learning spaces.

Suburbs near Coombabah

Some popular suburbs near Coombabah include:

  • Hollywell: Small coastal suburb beside the Broadwater with low-rise residential streets.
  • Paradise Point: Popular waterfront area known for parklands and Broadwater foreshore access.
  • Runaway Bay: Large bayside suburb with marinas, shopping and extensive boating facilities.
  • Sovereign Islands: Exclusive island residential precinct with luxury homes and private waterfront moorings.
  • Biggera Waters: Established waterfront suburb facing the Broadwater, featuring canals and foreshore parks.

How does Coombabah compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Coombabah’s median house price is 40.3% lower than Hollywell’s.
  • Median unit prices: Coombabah’s median unit price is 50.9% lower than Paradise Point’s.
  • House price growth: Over the past 12 months, house prices in Coombabah have grown 15.4% higher than in Hollywell.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Coombabah have grown 33.9% higher than in Hollywell.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Coombabah are selling 41.9% faster than in Hollywell.
  • Selling speed for units: Properties in Coombabah are selling 56.4% faster than in Hollywell.

Common questions about Coombabah

  • Is Coombabah a nice place to live?

    Coombabah centres on the Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area, a network of wetlands and bushland with walking tracks and abundant birdlife. Streets are mainly low-rise homes on generous blocks, with parks, sports fields and local shops tucked into quiet neighbourhood pockets. Regular bus services and straightforward road links also make trips to nearby beaches and larger shopping centres convenient.

    About 10,298 people live in Coombabah; the median age is 51 and median household income is $1,092 a week, roughly $56,800 a year. About four in five families are couples, and most homes are owner-occupied with a combined owner-occupier share of 71.1% (renters 28.9%). Regional and local projects named for the area include bridge and highway upgrades, conservation-area proposals for new trails and viewing facilities, a staged capacity upgrade at the sewage treatment plant, and a D-Block refurbishment at Coombabah State School.

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  • Is it expensive to live in Coombabah?

    Buying in Coombabah 4216 sits well above what typical local households earned at the last Census: the median house price of $950,000 is about 16.7 times a typical local annual household income at the last Census (weekly household income $1,092), and the median unit price of $775,000 is about 13.6 times that annual income. Renting would also take a large share of a typical local household's weekly income — house rent of $795 a week is roughly 73% of a $1,092 weekly household income, and unit rent of $700 a week is about 64%.

    Everyone's financial situation is different, so it's important to consider your own circumstances when deciding which suburb is right for you.

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  • Is Coombabah a good place to invest?

    The clearest movement over the past year is a large rise in house values. In Coombabah, median house values climbed 20.0% while median unit values increased 13.4% over the same period. On the rental side, unit rents rose a strong 11.1% and house rents increased a solid 6.0%.

    For someone weighing Coombabah as an investment, the figures show that capital growth was the stronger performer for houses this year (20.0% versus 6.0%), whereas units recorded strong gains in both value and rent (13.4% and 11.1%). Which of those outcomes matters to you will depend on whether you prioritise capital growth or rental income and on your personal circumstances.

    This information has been prepared without taking your objectives, needs and overall financial situation into account. It is not meant to be a substitute for professional financial advice. For this reason, you should consider the appropriateness of the information and, if necessary, seek appropriate professional advice.

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In Coombabah ,99 agents are actively selling property, but a small number do the heavy lifting. Just 5 agents handled 38.7% of all sales in the past year, giving them a strong presence and deep experience in the local market.

Commission rates usually sit between 2% and 2.94%. Comparing agents and understanding what’s included in their fee structure can help you find the right mix of service, value, and motivation—without compromising on outcomes.

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