Suburb Profiles
Kenmore (4069)
Owner-Occupier Appeal
Kenmore is a leafy, established suburb that’s long been a favourite for families. You’ll find a mix of mid-century homes, renovated Queenslanders, and modern architect-designed builds on larger blocks. The area is peaceful and community-oriented, with excellent schools and parks, plus an easy drive to Mt Coot-tha and the Western Freeway.
It’s not a flashy suburb, but it’s comfortable, convenient, and solidly middle-to-upper class. The only real drawbacks are traffic congestion on Moggill Road and the fact that it’s car-dependent-public transport options are limited.
Investor Appeal
Kenmore isn’t a high-yield area, but it offers stability and consistent capital growth. It attracts long-term tenants-mainly families and professionals working in nearby universities, hospitals, or the CBD. Vacancy rates are typically low, and properties with modern updates or larger blocks perform best.
Kenmore’s strength lies in its owner-occupier base and school catchments, which help underpin property values even when markets soften.
Key Suburb Features
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Demographics
Kenmore has a family-oriented demographic, with many professionals, established families, and older couples. The suburb’s schools and community feel make it particularly attractive for owner-occupiers, with a high rate of long-term residents.
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Distance to City
Kenmore is around 10 km from the Brisbane CBD, but travel times can vary due to Moggill Road traffic. It’s well-connected to Indooroopilly and the Western Freeway, with express bus routes into the city. While it’s not inner-city close, many locals feel the trade-off for space and greenery is worth it.
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Suburb Projects & Growth Potential
Kenmore is fully established, so growth mainly comes from renovation, redevelopment, and school catchment demand rather than large-scale projects. Nearby infrastructure improvements in Indooroopilly and along Moggill Road continue to support long-term value.
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Flood Risk
Flooding risk is mostly limited to pockets near creeks and low-lying areas. The majority of the suburb is elevated, especially towards Kenmore Hills and Chapel Hill. Always worth checking flood maps if you’re buying near waterways.
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Best Buy in the Suburb
House: Renovated family homes on larger blocks, particularly in elevated pockets or quiet streets.
Townhouse/Unit: Boutique complexes near Moggill Road or Kenmore Plaza with low body corp and owner-occupier appeal.
Kenmore is one of those reliable family suburbs that never goes out of fashion. It’s not trendy or high-yield, but it’s safe, established, and has strong fundamentals that make it a solid long-term hold. I see it as the type of suburb that quietly compounds in value over time. The key is avoiding flood-prone streets and dated homes with expensive renovation needs. For anyone looking for a comfortable, leafy lifestyle with steady growth, Kenmore is a great pick.
