Best Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East

Increased Interest In Rural Lifestyle Drives Up South East QLD Prices

The median price per hectare of farmland in South Queensland skyrocketed 26.6 per cent in 2021 to a record $9,434/ha, the fourth consecutive year of growth, according to the recently released 2002 Rural Bank Farmland Values Report.

This saw the five-year CAGR increase to 8.6 per cent in 2021. South Queensland has the longest run of growth of Queensland’s regions, experiencing year-on-year increases in nine of the past 10, and 19 of the past 22 years.

All municipalities in the region recorded year-on-year growth, with the exception of Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast. Over the five-year period the Southern Downs led the way, with a CAGR of 14.9 per cent (to $8,434/ha), ahead of Toowoomba (+13.7 per cent to $10,457/ha), Gympie (+12.1 per cent to $11,923/ha), South Burnett (+9 per cent to $6,404/ha) and the Sunshine Coast (+7.8 per cent to $18,334/ha).

In line with this price growth, the number of transactions in the South region jumped 44.4 per cent year-on-year in the largest yearly increase in more than 25 years.

The only municipality to record a decline in the number of transactions was Moreton Bay. All other municipalities recorded increases, with all but Sunshine Coast and Bundaberg increasing by more than 35 per cent year-on-year.

Transaction volume grew for all price ranges. The strongest growth was seen in the highest valued land priced above $15,000/ha which had twice as many transactions as 2020. The lowest price range of less than $5,000/ha recorded the lowest growth in transaction volume with an 8.9 per cent rise.

Above: Rural properties for sale Queensland South East have experienced sharp price rises over the past five years

As with price ranges, all parcel size ranges experienced growth in transaction volume and all reached record high median prices.

The largest increase in transactions was in the 50-100 hectare category which made up 36 per cent of the region’s transaction. This segment also saw the largest year-on-year increase to a median price rise of 37.6 per cent to $9,693/ha.

The 30-50 hectare parcel size recorded the strongest five-year CAGR at 8.1 per cent, but the median price of $14,955/ha is understood to have priced some buyers out of the market.

“Positive seasonal conditions, strong commodity prices, succession plans, and increased interest in the rural lifestyle all contributed to higher land values in South Queensland,” says Loretta Hensley, Rural Bank, Dalby.

“Buyers looking to secure scale had to compete with well-established corporate-family enterprises, with healthy balance sheets and the backing of lenders with an appetite to support generational transfers.

“An increased proportion of resales was a point of interest in the 2021 market, whether made through management decisions to consolidate, medium-term seasonal conditions or taking advantage of current market opportunities.”

As many Australians head to the region for the Summer break, farmbuy.com has curated five of our favourite rural properties for sale in South East Queensland. Check them out below or click on the following link to view more than 1,400 rural properties for sale Queensland.

Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East: 280 Robinson Road South, Ocean View

Boasting some of the most spectacular panoramic views over the Glass House Mountains and across to Moreton Bay, sits this impeccably maintained rural property for sale with a massive four-bedroom, four-bathroom home.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland boasts panoramic views over the Glass House Mountains and across to Moreton Bay

Nestled amongst beautiful, landscaped gardens, overlooking the lush 16.18 hectares (40 acres) of usable north-east facing land, this property is the ultimate tranquil country lifestyle property.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features a four-bedroom home overlooking 16.18 hectares of north-east facing land

A generous layout features an open-plan kitchen and living area plus separate lounge, formal dining and library, as well as the enclosed veranda adjoining the kitchen which both take in the views.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features an open-plan kitchen and living plus separate lounge, formal dining and library

There are four good-sized bedrooms, three with private ensuites. The master contains a massive walk-in robe and private veranda with floor-to-ceiling windows to encapsulate the stunning views. Underneath contains a cold room, covered entertaining area and plenty of storage.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland offers four good-sized bedrooms, three of which have private ensuites

Setting this rural property apart from the rest is the impresssive 40.2m x 5.6m lawn bowls green, complete with a club house for the spectators and shelter at the other end.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland boasts an impresssive 40.2m x 5.6m lawn bowls green, complete with a club house

There are also multiple buildings including a cottage and 15m x 9m shed with large roller doors at both ends perfect for storing machinery, fully fenced paddocks, cattle yards with crush, grain bin and semi-trailer access, two dams, and ample rainwater storage. Water is supplied to house by three 22,500-litre and one 15,000-litre tanks and various sized tanks on all outbuildings.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includers two dams and ample rainwater storage

The property also features established orchard trees including orange, mango, grape, avocado, banana, guava, lychee, paw-paw, figs, mandarin, lime, and many more - plus numerous vegetable gardens.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features orange, mango, avocado, banana, guava, lychee, fig, mandarin and lime trees

Only 20 minutes from Dayboro, this property is the complete lifestyle package and has to be seen to be believed.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Queensland South East at 280 Robinson Road South, Ocean View.

Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East: ‘Manderley’, 3275 Christmas Creek Road, Lamington

‘Manderley’ is located in the district of Lamington and sits high in the Christmas Creek Valley on the edge of the McPherson Range that borders Queensland and New South Wales.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland sits high in the Christmas Creek Valley on the edge of the McPherson Range

Centred on an open park that is surrounded by forest, this rural property for sale is fringed on one side by Christmas Creek and ringed by ridges and rugged mountains.

Above: The home on this rural property for sale Queensland sits before a steeply rising mountain crowned by an imposing cliff face

As you enter ‘Manderley’ across the creek’s causeway, a winding path passes through forest before opening onto spacious parkland. At one edge, the house sits before a steeply rising mountain crowned by an imposing cliff face.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland sits on approximately 64.75 hectares and boasts 210sqm under roof including balcony

Sitting on approximately 64.75 hectares, the contemporary home boasts 210sqm under roof including balcony and is purposely designed to split into two buildings separated by a covered breezeway.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland has been purposely designed to split into two buildings separated by a covered breezeway

Outside the property features a large shed (18m x 12m) next to house plus internal shed with air-conditioning and cold-room. There’s also two additional enclosed storage facilities.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland is fringed on one side by Christmas Creek and ringed by ridges and rugged mountains

Plentiful water storage is available on the property via three 22,500-litre rainwater tanks plus two 9,000-litre tanks, supported by a riparian licence allocation from Christmas Creek.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes a riparian licence allocation from Christmas Creek

This rural property for sale also comes with a swag of machinery including two trackers, slasher, skid steer, ATV and log splitter.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Queensland South East at 3275 Christmas Creek Road, Lamington.

Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East: 317 Booloumba Creek Road, Cambroon

Tucked away in the lush rolling countryside of the Mary Valley, backing onto Conondale National Park, is this 60.78-hectare rural property for sale offering breathtaking valley views in a resplendent setting.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland is tucked away in the lush rolling countryside of the Mary Valley

A former lifestyle retreat, the property has a custom-designed north facing residence, separate caretaker’s residence, and five cabins with ensuites. The current owner purchased purely as a private residence, but there is potential to explore short-term accommodation as an income stream.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes a custom-designed residence, separate caretaker’s residence, and five cabins

Spread across a single level, the main residence comprises formal entry, treatment room(s) with shower and powder room, and two master-sized bedrooms with ensuites.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features two master-sized bedrooms with ensuites

Separate living areas open out to expansive hardwood decking and an in-ground pool with spa, granite kitchen, separate laundry, and a rear European-style courtyard.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes separate living areas opening out to expansive hardwood decking 

The manager’s residence is in pristine condition, fully self-contained with a quality kitchen and bathroom, two separate living areas, and separate laundry. Other infrastructure on the property includes the five cabins, double carport plus workshop, machinery shed, rainwater tanks, and extensive fencing.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland offers a self-contained manager's residence with kitchen, bathroom, and living areas

The property features flat areas that could be suitable as horse paddocks, and there is abundant water with a picturesque spring-fed dam, bore, and a UV water filtration system. There is also an established fruit orchard with lychees, mango, avocado, and olives.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features an established fruit orchard with lychees, mango, avocado, and olives

Located just 13 minutes’ drive to the charming village of Kenilworth and 35 minutes’ drive from Maleny, this property is a magical slice of some of the most sublime natural beauty you’ll find anywhere.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Queensland South East at 317 Booloumba Creek Road, Cambroon.

Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East: Wootha

This rural property for sale features 22.79 hectares of natural bushland located in the Mary River catchment in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland. It includes extensive areas of rainforest and dry vine forest complete with the most stunning creek, waterfalls and swimming holes.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland comprises 22.79 hectares of natural bushland located in the Mary River catchment

Set amongst manicured lawns and established gardens, the homestead and two guest pavilions are nestled away from the world down a long and picturesque driveway. The wrap-around verandas from the homestead and pavilion balconies enjoy stunning views of the Conondale Ranges and farms in the valley below.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features wrap-around verandas with stunning views of the Conondale Ranges

Featuring high ceilings and timber floors throughout, the architect-designed home offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and open-plan living, dining and kitchen area enjoying stunning views through a combination of French doors, picture windows and louvres.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland boasts an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area enjoying stunning views

The spacious galley kitchen boasts a large freestanding, vintage design stove, timber bench tops, country-style timber cabinetry, skylight, breakfast room, walk-in storage plus plenty of cupboard space – and easy access to the north-facing veranda.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland boasts a spacious kitchen with vintage stove, timber bench tops, and breakfast room

The stunning master bedroom features a large walk-in robe, huge windows to take in the bush views, ensuite with double stone vanity, feature floor lighting and gorgeous feature tiles, separate toilet and large shower. It opens onto the wrap-around north-facing veranda with a private sitting area.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes a stunning master bedroom with walk-in robe, ensuite and huge windows

What’s more, the property includes two self-contained guest pavilions, currently run as a long-term holiday let business. Each pavilion features a cosy fireplace, walls of windows to take in the gorgeous views of the bush and valley below, studio-style kitchenette, bedroom and lounge areas each with its own bathroom. A separate driveway from the homestead ensures privacy for guests and the owners alike.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features two self-contained guest pavilions, currently run as a long-term holiday let business

Externally, the property offers five rainwater tanks with a capacity of 350,000 litres plus the ability to pump from the creek if needed, 7KW of solar, veggie patch plus established fruit trees, a three-bay (12m x 12m) shed with workshop, and undercover guest parking for three vehicles.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes a veggie patch, established fruit trees and a three-bay shed

Located 10.2km from the heart of Maleny, ‘Lyola’ features stunning waterfalls and swimming holes and more than 124 species of birds along with numerous mammals, amphibians and butterflies.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Queensland South East at Wootha.

Rural Properties For Sale Queensland South East: 922 Eastern Mary River Road, Cambroon

This 123-hectare (304-acre) rural property for sale in the lush rolling countryside of the spectacular Mary Valley offers premium grazing land for cattle breeding and fattening, with appropriate infrastructure in place, abundant water, and a classic farmhouse, all just 15 minutes to Kenilworth.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland comprises 123 hectares in the lush rolling countryside of the spectacular Mary Valley

The homestead comprises four bedrooms, one bathroom, large kitchen, formal lounge, wide wrap-around covered verandas, and three-bay carport. The farmhouse itself is currently rented to long-term tenants on a six-month lease.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland features a homestead with four bedrooms, one bathroom, large kitchen and formal lounge

The acreage essentially consists of two paddocks - a 1.6-hectare (four-acre) parcel with 270-metre Mary River frontage; and 121 hectares (300 acres) of mixed grasses and hardwood trees.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland includes 121 hectares of mixed grasses and hardwood trees

Currently stocked with around 40 head of cattle, there is capacity to hold 100+ breeders. Infrastructure includes large steel and timber cattle yards with loading ramp crush, and covered dip, multiple fenced paddocks, 8m x 20m machinery/hay shed, solar pump to header tanks, and 5,000-litre molasses tank.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland offers premium grazing land for cattle breeding and fattening

Six dams are spring-fed, providing excellent water security, and the Mary Valley benefits from plentiful volumes of annual rainfall keeping the countryside so verdant and picturesque.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland boasts six spring-fed dams, providing excellent water security

A former dairy farm, now running breeders, this property is rich in not only water but also history, with a viable agricultural future ahead, that could also evolve and meld into other potential income streams over time.

Above: This rural property for sale Queensland presents a rare opportunity to secure tightly held pristine acreage in Mary River country

This truly is an exciting and rare opportunity to secure some tightly held pristine acreage in Mary River country; backing onto Maleny National Park, this is some of the most magnificent countryside in the region.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Queensland South East at 922 Eastern Mary River Road, Cambroon.