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Minyama suburb profile

Minyama is a canal-front suburb in the Kawana Waters area of the Sunshine Coast, centred on a tidy network of waterways off the Mooloolah River that shape its low-lying peninsular feel. The neighbourhood is defined by waterfront houses with boat access, compact apartment pockets and well-kept streets, so boating and an outdoor lifestyle are everyday features. Residents range from families to retirees and people who want coastal convenience without the busier tourist hubs. Local foreshore reserves, walking paths and small commercial pockets serve daily needs, while the surf beaches and larger coastal centres are close by for shopping and services.

Minyama property market performance

Current median dwelling price$1,973,125Past 3 months

Property growth-2.7%Past 12 months

Like many smaller suburbs, Minyama has relatively few recent property sales, so there isn't enough data to publish a reliable median price for houses or units. Available indicators show house values declined sharply, down 29.8% over the last 12 months, while unit values rose sharply, up 24.5% over the last 12 months.

Over the last 3 months there were 7 house sales and 5 unit sales. Houses had a median days on market of 45 over the last 12 months, while units had a median of 26 days, so units sold more quickly.

The rental market in Minyama strengthened over the last 12 months: house rents averaged $1,250 a week, up a sharp 26.3%, and unit rents averaged $795 a week, up a sharp 17.8%. House rents grew faster than unit rents.

HousesUnits
Median price
Past 3 months
N/AN/A
Change in value
Past 12 months
-29.8%24.5%
Sold
Past 3 months
75
Median days on market
Past 12 months
4526
Average rent
Past 12 months
$1250$795
Change in rent
Past 12 months
26.3%17.8%

5 year median price trend for houses and units

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Minyama demographics

A community of 2,726 people with a median age of 53. The typical household income is $1,716 a week, roughly $89,200 a year.

Families make up the bulk of households: couple families without children are the largest group at 51.7% (just over half), while couple families with children account for 32.9% (about one in three). One-parent families represent 13.5% and other families 1.8%.

Homes in Minyama are mostly owner-occupied, with about four in five occupied by owners — 49.7% owned outright and 29.9% owned with a mortgage — and renters making up 20.4%.

Suburbs near Minyama

Some popular suburbs near Minyama include:

  • Buddina: Coastal suburb with long surf beaches and foreshore reserves.
  • Parrearra: Primarily a canal suburb with quiet waterways and family homes.
  • Kawana Island: Small island suburb with canal-front housing and sheltered waterways.
  • Mooloolaba: Busy beachside precinct with a popular surf beach and waterfront promenade.
  • Mountain Creek: Established suburb with leafy streets, parks and lakeside reserves.

How does Minyama compare to nearby suburbs?

  • Median house prices: Minyama’s median house price is 61.9% higher than Buddina’s.
  • Median unit prices: Minyama’s median unit price is 23.9% higher than Parrearra’s.
  • House price growth: Property prices in nearby Buddina have risen 37.9% more than in Minyama over the past year.
  • Unit price growth: Over the past 12 months, unit prices in Minyama have grown 8.5% higher than in Buddina.
  • Selling speed for houses: Properties in Minyama are selling 32.8% faster than in Buddina.
  • Selling speed for units: Properties in Minyama are selling 42.2% faster than in Buddina.

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Choosing the right real estate agent in Minyama can have a big impact on your sale. While there are 37 real estate agents working in the suburb, but just 5 of them were responsible for 42.6% of all property sales over the past year, showing a strong footprint and track record in the area.

Commission rates typically range from 2% to 3.25%, depending on the agent and what’s included. Comparing both performance and fee structures can help you find someone who's well-suited to your needs, and set them up for a successful result.

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