Across Queensland’s vast coastline, new land estates are giving buyers the opportunity to build a home close to the beach.
It’s no secret Queensland is home to some of Australia’s most famous beaches, from the Gold Coast’s sandy shores to the relaxed, tropical feel of Far North Queensland.
Queensland is home to many famous beaches. Picture: realestate.com.au
Across these regions, new land estates are creating opportunities for buyers who want to build in beachside locations where lifestyle and everyday convenience come together.
Here are some hotspots across Queensland where you can build by the beach.
South-east Queensland
Southeast Queensland is home to some of the state’s most recognisable coastlines, offering everything from laid‑back surf towns to island living and resort communities.
On the Sunshine Coast, Yaroomba is a small coastal town just south of Coolum Beach, known for its quiet streets, native vegetation and easy access to the sand.
Here, Dennis Family Corporation is developing a new land estate across an 18.5‑hectare site with direct access to Yaroomba Beach.
Beachside Yaroomba will comprise approximately 300 dwellings, including a mix of homes and apartments, offering buyers the opportunity to build within a tightly held Sunshine Coast beachside pocket.
Further south, Bribie Island offers a form of true island living that remains connected to the mainland.
QM Properties’ Pacific Harbour development is located in Banksia Beach and offers waterside and waterfront land, with lot sizes ranging from 594sqm to 1230sqm.
Pacific Harbour offers waterside and waterfront land in Banksia Beach. Picture: realestate.com.au
Amenities are close by, while much of the island is protected national parkland, with surrounding waters forming part of the Moreton Bay Marine Park.
At the southern end of the state sits the Gold Coast, one of Australia’s most recognised beach destinations.
On Hope Island, Sanctuary Cove by Mulpha Developments spans 474 hectares as Australia’s largest self‑contained masterplanned community.
Buyers can choose from marina view, central and parkland lots, as well as apartments and completed homes.
Central Queensland Coast
Queensland’s central coastline combines space and access to the water, appealing to buyers seeking a slower pace without losing everyday amenity.
Beachside Dundowran Beach is a large masterplanned community on the Fraser Coast, with more than 1600 homesites planned across eight precincts over the next decade.
Each precinct is designed to offer something different, from homes nestled among protected bushland to lots within walking distance of the beach, lagoon systems, parks and a future proposed commercial village.
Fraser Vista sits just south of Hervey Bay, offering large half‑acre blocks. Picture: realestate.com.au
In Booral, just south of Hervey Bay, Fraser Vista offers a quieter coastal‑adjacent lifestyle, with large half‑acre blocks designed for space, privacy and outlooks across the Sandy Strait and Fraser Island.
The estate allows buyers to build large homes with room for pools, sheds and expansive backyards, without compromising on access to everyday amenities
Further north, Coral Cove Ocean Estate sits along Queensland’s coastline in the Bundaberg region, offering an oceanfront community designed to suit a range of buyers.
Residents can walk to the coastline esplanade, local convenience store and golf club, with wider Bundaberg amenities including schools, hospitals, cafés and shopping centres within easy reach.
Whitsundays and Mackay
Known for their tropical climate and natural beauty, the Whitsundays and Mackay region offer coastal living defined by ocean views, marinas and outdoor lifestyles.
Airlie Summit is an elevated community overlooking the Whitsundays and Conway National Park, offering a limited collection of premium homesites with panoramic views.
Elevated above Airlie Beach, the development offers homesites with beautiful views. Picture: realestate.com.au
The community includes access to the Luxe Design Collection, a range of custom home designs that combine tropical modern architecture with the natural topography and outlook of each lot.
Further south, Dunes Harbour Beach is a boutique, masterplanned coastal community located around 7km from Mackay’s CBD.
The development will include more than 550 homesites across nearly 60 hectares, with more than 35% of the site dedicated to open space, parklands, trails and conservation areas.
Also in the Mackay region, Ooralea Waters is a waterfront community set along the shoreline of Bakers Creek, offering a blend of coastal living and everyday convenience.
The masterplan includes 1.5km of waterfront, 80 acres of parklands, walking trails and playgrounds.
Far North Queensland
In Far North Queensland, coastal living takes on a distinctly tropical character, shaped by relaxed seaside towns.
BeCHé Port Douglas is just three minutes from Four Mile Beach. Picture: Getty
BeCHé Port Douglas offers a boutique coastal living experience near the pristine shores of Four Mile Beach.
Set within one of Australia’s most iconic tropical destinations, the enclave blends beach‑style living with proximity to the natural beauty that defines Port Douglas.
Residents can enjoy daily beach walks, and the relaxed coastal town known for its reefs and rainforests.
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