Kewarra Beach at a glance
6,463
People
$890,000
Median sale
$676/wk
Median rent
3.95%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
QLD › Kewarra Beach › Brighton Cl
$870,000
Last sold
12 Sept 2025
5
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
7
Car spaces
808 m²
Land
Districts View
No upside evidence detected in the data Districts holds for this lot.
No detected risks — but see the checklist: absence of evidence is not an all-clear.
Each line above is labelled. A fact is quoted from the named source, with its date. A calculation is worked out by Districts from those facts — you can check the arithmetic. An interpretation is Districts' opinion of what the evidence means, not a fact, a valuation, or advice. Anything we haven't retrieved yet is marked as missing rather than treated as a pass.
Price evidence
Last sold
$870,000
12 Sept 2025 · derived via latest_sale
Local land rate: recorded House sales in Kewarra Beach (last 5 years) with land size have a median of $1,324/m² of land (n=123). Districts calculation from recorded sales — not a valuation.
Kewarra Beach at a glance
6,463
People
$890,000
Median sale
$676/wk
Median rent
3.95%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Vs Kewarra Beach
-2.2%
Median sale
Suburb $890,000
+0.09 pp
Gross yield
Suburb 3.95%
Suburb median $890,000 from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation, not a portal figure.
Planning
Planning data is being calculated
Data unavailable
Source
Planning facts are copied from official government GIS where available. Where an official property PDF exists (VicPlan, PlanBuild), Districts stores and serves that original document. Neither is a planning certificate, survey, or advice.
Site
Terrain has not been calculated for this property yet.
Slope is calculated on a projected metric grid from a public DEM clip of the official parcel. This is not a survey, engineering, or insurance assessment.
Flood exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Bushfire exposure has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
Heritage listing has not been retrieved from any source for this property yet. Unknown is not the same as clear.
For more information on this property, visit Queensland Globe.
Records
Events are recorded observations from public listings, kept with their source and date. Missing values are shown as unknown, never estimated.
Capital growth
QLDPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet. A suburb median or growth rate is not a reason this particular lot would outperform. Funded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
Official flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.” Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Rental
No advertised rent is recorded. Suburb median rent $676/week — not this address. An inferred likely-rent range is not shown until official bond series are loaded for this dwelling type and bedrooms.
Current comparable rental listings within 400 m of this lot are not loaded. Nearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question. Supply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded. Suburb vacancy or leased-tape days are not this property’s competition.
Yield cannot be shown without both a price and a rent figure. Net yield is not estimated from gross advertising copy. Net yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Verdict
Districts view
Not enough official evidence yet to underwrite this as an investment.
Detail
The same ten questions apply to every property. Missing flood, nearby DAs, achieved rents, or lot geometry is unknown — not “no.”
Do not treat a suburb median, an advertised yield, or a listing score as the case for this lot.
The evidence loaded so far isn't enough on its own to change a buy, offer, or walk-away decision for this property.
Evidence
Districts asks the same ten questions of every property. If one shows as unknown, that data isn't published for this state or hasn't been loaded yet — the question stays visible so you can see exactly what's missing.
1 of 10 questions answered so far
Development optionality of this lot
UnknownPlanning layers have not been retrieved for this property yet.
Nearby development pipeline
UnknownNearby development applications are not loaded. This lot’s own applications are a separate question.
Honest achievable rent
KnownlowThis is not “bond data says this address leases for $X.” The comparable figure is a suburb advertised/median rent, not this property. Official bond files (postcode or suburb × type × bedrooms) are not loaded yet.
Rental supply pressure
UnknownSupply pressure needs comparable listings near this lot plus a nearby DA pipeline. Neither is loaded.
Why is this cheap?
UnknownThe constraint stack has not been retrieved for this lot, so Districts cannot explain a discount versus land size.
Lot-level flood
UnknownOfficial flood overlay has not been retrieved (pending). Missing layer is unknown, not “no.”
Catalyst exposure
UnknownFunded catalyst catchments are not loaded. A TOD badge is not this product.
This lot's DA history
UnknownDevelopment applications have not been queried for this parcel.
Statutory land value versus ask
UnknownStatutory land value is not available as free bulk data in this jurisdiction. Do not fake it with a suburb median.
Net yield / holding costs
UnknownNet yield / holding costs are not estimated outside NSW without inventing land tax.
Area
Kewarra Beach at a glance
6,463
People
$890,000
Median sale
$676/wk
Median rent
3.95%
Suburb gross yield
Median sale from 96 recorded sales (last 12 months) — a Districts calculation.
Listing material
Listed by Ray White CairnsTucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac behind secure electric gates, 1 Brighton Close offers an architecturally striking residence designed to harmonise with its lush natural surroundings. Backing onto a pristine nature reserve where wallabies often graze at your back door, this expansive, multi-level home is the epitome of private, tropical living.
Recently enhanced by the completion of the scenic boardwalk connecting Kewarra Beach to Palm Cove, the location offers the perfect setting for family bike rides, dog walks, or peaceful coastal strolls. Just a short walk from a nearby local park and close to top schools and amenities, the property is also ideally positioned near Cairns' most iconic tourist attractions.
Set across three spacious levels and framed by 8-sided timber poles and soaring cathedral ceilings, this thoughtfully designed home features open-plan living, generous bedrooms, a wraparound verandah, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Whether you're entertaining on the wide deck, swimming in the resort-style pool, or enjoying sea breezes from the elevated balcony, every aspect of the home is crafted for relaxed, functional living. The resort-style pool also includes a built-in spa, allowing you to relax in the shallow end on the pebbled surface while enjoying the soothing spa function.
The self-contained granny flat presents flexible options-perfect for extended family, an elderly parent, older children, or even a potential Airbnb or rental income stream. There's also scope to convert the room beneath the home into a wine cellar or cyclone bunker, enhancing the home's uniqueness and practicality.
With excellent natural ventilation and three air-conditioning units throughout, year-round comfort is guaranteed.
Property highlights:
• Architecturally designed with cathedral ceilings, 8-sided timber poles, and wraparound verandah
• Private nature reserve backdrop with wallabies and peaceful green views
• 5 spacious bedrooms, including a separate master suite and self-contained granny flat
• 4 bathrooms, including spa ensuite and additional guest facilities
• Open-plan living and kitchen with island bench, servery window, and seamless flow to decks
• Resort-style pool with built-in spa, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, and ample storage
• Secure electric gates, double carport, large storage room, and full internal laundry
• Potential to create a wine cellar or cyclone bunker under the home
• Walk to park; minutes to beach, boardwalk, schools, and shopping
• Perfect for large families, dual living, or high-end holiday accommodation
Ideally located in one of Kewarra Beach's premier pockets, this exceptional residence promises a lifestyle of peace and elegance. Enjoy convenient access to local amenities such as quality schools, James Cook University, public transport, and major retail hubs. Best of all, the sparkling shores of Kewarra Beach are just minutes away-perfect for morning walks, weekend relaxation, and embracing the best of coastal living.
Disclaimer:
All information contained is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable. In preparation of this advertisement our best endeavours have been made to ensure the information contained is true and accurate. However, we accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or misstatements contained. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this advertisement.
Listing description written by Ray Murphy, Ray White Cairns — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.