Suburb Profiles
Murarrie (4172)
Owner-Occupier Appeal
Murarrie has quietly become one of Brisbane’s more desirable east-side options for families who want convenience without the price tag of neighbouring Bulimba or Hawthorne. It’s well positioned between the city and the bay, with easy access to the Gateway Motorway, major employment hubs, and the Brisbane Airport.
The suburb has a mix of older post-war homes, newer infill developments, and townhouse pockets. While not as polished as some nearby areas, it offers solid family appeal - parks, bikeways, and the Cannon Hill Plaza nearby make everyday life easy. It still feels a little industrial on the edges, but the residential pockets are tidy and increasingly owner-occupied.
Investor Appeal
Murarrie has been on investors’ radars for the past few years thanks to its location and relative affordability. Rental demand is strong, driven by professionals working in the Trade Coast precinct, CBD, or Port of Brisbane. Rental yields sit comfortably, with steady capital growth supported by low vacancy rates.
The mix of housing types makes it versatile - houses perform best long-term, while newer townhouses attract reliable tenants. The suburb’s ongoing gentrification is slow but consistent, and nearby redevelopment in Cannon Hill and Tingalpa should help values hold firm.
Key Suburb Features
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Demographics
Murarrie has a mixed demographic: long-term locals, young professionals, and small families priced out of nearby river suburbs. The area’s transformation has been gradual, with more modern homes replacing older stock. It’s not ultra-trendy, but it’s definitely shifting toward a younger, professional mix.
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Distance to City
Murarrie is around 8 km east of the CBD, with its own train station on the Cleveland line - a big tick for accessibility. The train to Central takes about 20–25 minutes, and driving to the city or airport is typically under 20 minutes off-peak. For commuters, this is one of Brisbane’s better-located middle-ring suburbs.
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Suburb Projects & Growth Potential
Murarrie sits in the middle of a growing corridor, surrounded by key infrastructure and employment nodes. Its proximity to the Port of Brisbane, Trade Coast precinct, and Gateway Motorway upgrades makes it well-placed for long-term growth.
There’s also renewed attention on the riverfront industrial land near the Port - with sections earmarked for future redevelopment as Brisbane’s industrial footprint evolves. While timelines are uncertain, this shift could further lift local amenity and land values over the next decade.
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Flood Risk
Murarrie sits near Bulimba Creek, and some lower-lying pockets are flood-affected. However, much of the suburb - particularly the elevated sections near Creek Road and Queensport Road - is unaffected. Flooding is a factor worth checking, but it’s not a suburb-wide issue.
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Best Buy in the Suburb
House: Post-war or early-2000s family home on the elevated side near Creek Road or in the streets bordering Cannon Hill.
Townhouse/Unit: Modern townhouse within walking distance of the train station - good rental prospects, manageable body corp.
Murarrie’s not glamorous, but it’s strategic - and that’s where the value lies. It’s one of those suburbs that just works: good transport, solid infrastructure, and easy access to jobs and the airport. I like it for people who want east-side convenience without the inflated prices next door.
It still has a few rough edges and some industrial feel in spots, but it’s trending the right way. I wouldn’t expect rapid gentrification, but I also wouldn’t bet against steady, dependable growth. It’s practical rather than exciting - and in Brisbane’s market, that often pays off long-term.
