The True Cost of Buying a House on the Gold Coast (2026)

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The Gold Coast median house price is approximately $950,000 in early 2026, driven by lifestyle-driven demand and strong interstate migration from Sydney and Melbourne. Beachfront suburbs like Burleigh Heads and Mermaid Beach exceed $1.5M, while Upper Coomera and Ormeau offer medi

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How much do I need to buy on the Gold Coast?

For the median Gold Coast house (~$950k) with 20% deposit: approximately $224,000. The Gold Coast is now more expensive than Brisbane, though QLD transfer duty is lower than NSW or VIC stamp duty at equivalent prices.

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