Lake Barrine, located in the picturesque Tablelands of Queensland, offers a unique and tranquil living experience, deeply intertwined with nature. The housing market in this region is characterized by a blend of charming rural properties, modern homes, and vacation-style residences. Like much of the Queensland hinterlands, Lake Barrine's real estate tends to attract those looking for a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The area's properties often boast large plots of land, lush green surroundings, and, occasionally, stunning views of the eponymous lake itself. With increasing demand for lifestyle properties that offer both serenity and accessibility to natural beauty, the Lake Barrine housing market sees steady interest from buyers both locally and from further afield.
Living in Lake Barrine offers residents a harmonious blend of simplicity and natural splendor. The area is cherished for its close proximity to the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, providing countless opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, bird watching, and exploring the famous Lake Barrine itself, renowned for its pristine waters and historical tea house. Community life here is low-key yet connected, with residents enjoying a laid-back lifestyle that is often centered around community events and outdoor recreation. While offering an escape into nature, Lake Barrine still maintains essential services and amenities a short drive away, balancing the best of both secluded and connected worlds.
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Thinking about buying in Lake Barrine? Now could not be a better time, with just 180 residential dwellings it's a highly sought after location. The average property price in this area is in the region of $1,112,000 with prices in this suburb ranging from $460,000 to $1,780,000. The aproximate distance to the coast is 27 Km.
In Lake Barrine there has been a history of lower than average prices and demand, offering opportunities for investors or first home owners, especially in the context of the growth in working from home. Low average incomes in Lake Barrine is reflected in smaller and lower quality accommodation. Over time this may change providsing long-term returns but in the short to medium term, prices are likely to be less than state averages. A mix of professions and above average income earners in Lake Barrine provides good demand. The lower than average housing turnover of these people also means fewer regular listings leading to periodic large price increases. Medium density in Lake Barrine necessitates a mix of lifestyle options for housing, shops, open areas, and facilties. Where this is available, demand is high and growth ensured. Lower than average industry presence in Lake Barrine we believe will be less of a negative impact than it has in the past. Post-COVID and the growth in working from home has lessened the demand for local employment options. This may make Lake Barrine a better buying opportunity than it may have been in the past.
Instant Property Valuation3066 Gillies Range Road, Lake Barrine, QLD, 4884 | 4 | 2 | 5 | Offers Over $900,000 |
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(While the above schools are located with the suburb of Lake Barrine there may also be nearby schools whose catchments cover this suburb)Incidents Trend State Average
(mm) RAIN | Min (°C) TEMP | Max (°C) TEMP | Min (%) HUMIDITY | Max (%) HUMIDITY | (m/sec) WIND | (MJ/sq m) SOLAR | |
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Jan | 8.2 | 21.5 | 31.3 | 51.1 | 94.0 | 2.9 | 21.4 |
Feb | 7.1 | 21.4 | 30.9 | 52.3 | 94.3 | 2.8 | 21.2 |
Mar | 4.8 | 21.0 | 29.9 | 55.4 | 94.4 | 3.0 | 19.7 |
Apr | 1.2 | 19.2 | 28.7 | 51.0 | 90.8 | 4.0 | 19.4 |
May | 0.6 | 17.3 | 26.9 | 51.6 | 90.4 | 4.0 | 17.2 |
Jun | 0.5 | 15.4 | 25.6 | 51.3 | 91.6 | 3.8 | 16.2 |
Jul | 0.2 | 14.5 | 25.3 | 48.3 | 90.4 | 3.9 | 17.3 |
Aug | 0.1 | 14.2 | 26.6 | 40.8 | 90.3 | 3.7 | 19.3 |
Sept | 0.1 | 15.5 | 28.9 | 35.8 | 90.1 | 3.4 | 23.1 |
Oct | 0.7 | 17.4 | 30.4 | 37.0 | 90.0 | 3.4 | 25.1 |
Nov | 1.8 | 19.2 | 31.3 | 41.3 | 90.4 | 3.1 | 25.8 |
Dec | 3.2 | 20.7 | 32.3 | 43.2 | 92.0 | 3.0 | 25.0 |
source: Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology
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