Promising Logan City Suburbs to Add to Your Greater Brisbane Investment Portfolio
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Logan is one of Brisbane’s premier real estate areas for eager investors. With major infrastructure, high rental yields, and affordable prices, there is plenty to consider. Whether you’re looking for the highest yield or a strategic location, we break down some of the most promising suburbs across Logan.
Logan Central
With public gardens, great transport links, and an abundance of properties, Logan Central is a solid high-yield option. Both houses and units boast a 4.2% rental yield in Logan Central, making it one of the highest yields in the area.
While the median house price is up 17.7% at $765,000, the median unit is up a whopping 23.4% at $456,500, which makes it one of the most affordable suburbs in the region. Neighbouring Woodbridge may have some prime opportunities, too. The median unit price is $509,444, an increase of 24.3% and the median house price is $752,500, an increase of 15.8%, offering 3.8% and 4.4% rental yields.
Browns Plains
Once a tobacco-growing hub, this small, family-friendly residential area is a key commercial hub with major retail offerings, parks, and a diverse range of housing options. Due to solid transport links and highway access, it’s a great choice for busy commuters, making it a good choice if you want to appeal to young professionals. It also offers easy access to the industrial region for workers.
If you want the perfect balance of amenities and small-town living, Browns Plains is a great choice. With median house prices of $893,000 and unit prices of $670,000, you can look forward to yields of 3.6% and 3.8% in Browns Plains.
Marsden
Once a semi-rural area that evolved into a well-connected, densely populated suburb, Marsden is an excellent option for solid returns. This diverse suburb is well-established, featuring a combination of older and modern homes. It’s known for great schools, walking paths, and parks, and it’s popular with families and professionals.
This affordable suburb has a median house price of $830,000, up 11.9% over the last 12 months, and a rental yield of 3.7%. As for unit prices, the median is $642,500, up 21.2% over the last 12 months, and a promising rental yield of 3.7%.
Book an Inspection
Protect your investment by calling a qualified building inspector to carry out your final pre-purchase inspection. Not only will it prevent costly portfolio mistakes, but it could help you favourably renegotiate the terms of your sale agreement.