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Riverhills is a quiet, established suburb in Brisbane’s south-west Centenary area, sitting on a bend of the Brisbane River where pockets of riverfront parkland and shared paths give the neighbourhood a relaxed, outdoor feel. Streets are predominantly tree-lined and lined with single-storey brick family homes from the late twentieth century, with some contemporary infill and townhouse pockets along main roads. It appeals to families and downsizers who value riverside recreation, local schools and childcare, and easy access to larger shopping and services at nearby Mount Ommaney and Jindalee. The community numbers 4,121 people, has a median age of 36 and roughly three in four homes are owner-occupied.

Bus services and the Centenary Motorway link Riverhills to the rest of the city. The suburb is part of Brisbane City Council’s River Access Network and is listed as a Riverhills recreation hub; council has run an expressions of interest to activate pontoons, jetties and recreation hubs, and any marine or land-based upgrades would be progressed through the procurement process. Newcomb Park on Sumners Road provides local open space with a youth skate plaza and BMX area. Whether Riverhills suits you will depend on how much you value riverside recreation and nearby schools, shopping and transport links.

House rents in Riverhills are about $695 a week. Against a typical local household income of $2,059 a week as recorded at the most recent Census, that rent would take roughly 33.8% of income, which is a sizeable share for a household.

If you're renting rather than buying, that rent share is the figure that matters when weighing costs here; whether it feels expensive will depend on your own income and circumstances.

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

House values in Riverhills climbed 17.1% over the past 12 months, a strong rise in what a house is worth. Over the same year house rents edged up 0.7%, a slight increase in rental income. For someone weighing Riverhills as an investment, these figures show capital growth for houses has outpaced rental income this year; whether that balance suits your goals depends on your priorities.

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.