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EP. 10 | Queensland - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

By Parag Dixit, Julius Dabre & Mudit Khandelwal · April 28th 2026

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EP. 10 | Queensland - State of Investment | Property Market Outlook 2026

In this episode of The Property Portfolio Podcast, we break down the Queensland property market outlook 2026, covering Brisbane property prices, regional growth trends, and where investors are focusing across Queensland.


We discuss Brisbane property investment, opportunities across the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, and Rockhampton, and how regional Queensland property investment is shaping up for 2026, especially with strong population growth, infrastructure activity, and rising rental demand across key areas.


From SMSF property investment Australia to high rental yield properties in Queensland, this episode covers practical strategies to build a strong property portfolio in Australia, including capital growth approaches, dual income properties, and regional market positioning for long term gains.


With rising interest rates in Australia, tight vacancy rates, and changing housing affordability, we break down what it means for investors in 2026, how borrowing capacity may shift, and where smart investors are still finding opportunities in both Brisbane and regional Queensland markets.


Queensland property market outlook 2026 | Brisbane property forecast | Regional Queensland investment | Australian property market trends | SMSF property strategy

(03:04) - What this episode covers

(05:01) - Brisbane’s 5‑year boom and affordability problems

(08:13) - How COVID interstate migration reshaped Brisbane

(09:49) - Why Brisbane has very low stock, quick sales and strong auction results

(13:53) - Rest of Queensland prices growth and affordability

(28:24) - Why investors love regional Queensland yields

(34:06) - Inflation, interest rates and Queensland’s 2026 outlook

(41:58) - What it really costs to hold an investment property in Queensland

(01:11:40) - Region wise strategy for investing across Queensland

(01:14:14) - Final thoughts