Cairns City at a glance
3,913
People
No data
Median sale
$583/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
QLD › Cairns City › Esplanade
$649,000
For sale
Asking
1
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Car spaces
62 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
Asking
$649,000
Asking · $10,468/m² of land
No recorded sale for this property.
Cairns City at a glance
3,913
People
No data
Median sale
$583/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
$28,366 on top of the price (4.4% extra)
Estimates only, at standard investor rates — no first-home or owner-occupier concessions applied. Not included: lenders mortgage insurance (usually applies when borrowing more than 80% of the price), loan application and settlement fees from your lender, the foreign-purchaser duty surcharge, and building insurance — in Queensland the property is at your risk from the first business day after signing, not from settlement. Verify with your conveyancer.
Stamp duty and transfer fees: Queensland schedules from 2026-07-01. Ongoing council rates and land tax are not included.
Pre-filled with Cairns City's advertised median rent — not a rent for this listing.
Gross yield is weekly rent × 52 ÷ price. Net yield subtracts operating expenses. Cashflow then subtracts interest-only interest on price × LVR. Tax, vacancies, and principal repayments are not included.
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 $583/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.
Gross yield if leased at the suburb aggregate is 4.7%. The yield that matters is the one on achieved rent, which has not been inferred for this address. Net yield (land tax, rates, insurance, vacancy) is not loaded. 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
Cairns City at a glance
3,913
People
No data
Median sale
$583/wk
Median rent
No data
Suburb gross yield
Listing material
Listed by Cairns Property Office CityPositioned on the sixth floor of one of Cairns’ most iconic waterfront addresses, Apartment 603 presents a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully presented residence where location, lifestyle and investment potential come together seamlessly. From your private balcony, take in breathtaking views across the Coral Sea and Cairns Lagoon.
A Location That Truly Has It All:
Occupying a premier position on the absolute waterfront and at the forefront of the Esplanade, Apartment 603 places you in the very heart of Cairns City. Step outside to award-winning restaurants, cafés, boutique shopping and the Cairns Lagoon, all just moments from your doorstep. Despite its vibrant inner-city location, the apartment offers a surprising sense of peace and privacy, creating a tranquil retreat above the energy of the city below.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
• Spectacular sixth-floor views across the Coral Sea and Cairns Lagoon
• Spacious 62m² one-bedroom apartment
• Updated bathroom vanity and basin featuring an oversized spa bath
• Immaculately presented with fresh coastal styling throughout
• Sold fully furnished with timeless white and neutral finishes
• Functional kitchen featuring quality appliances and integrated washing machine
• Light-filled open-plan living and dining area
• Expansive sliding doors opening onto a generous entertainer's balcony
• White timber louvres and louvre doors enhancing airflow and tropical charm
• Spacious bedroom with generous built-in storage
• Car parking not on title but available through Body Corp depending on availability and owner status
• Resort-style facilities including swimming pool, gymnasium and BBQ area
• Professionally managed complex with on-site management
• Flexible ownership options
Designed for Tropical Living:
The open-plan layout flows seamlessly from the kitchen and living areas onto the oversized balcony, creating the perfect indoor-outdoor setting. Whether entertaining friends, enjoying your morning coffee or simply soaking in the ever-changing waterfront views, every day feels like a holiday.
The generous bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with excellent storage, while the updated bathroom and oversized spa bath provide the perfect place to unwind after a day exploring the city, waterfront or Great Barrier Reef.
INVESTORS SNAPSHOT
Rates: $3,300 approx pa
Body Corp: $8,800 approx pa
Financial Statement upon request
For investors, Apartment 603 offers exceptional flexibility and strong appeal. The property is currently managed by the highly regarded on-site management team, who have an excellent reputation and maintain the apartment to an impeccable standard. However, owners also have the freedom to engage an external property manager or self-manage, allowing you to tailor your investment strategy to best suit your goals and lifestyle.
Combined with its blue-chip Esplanade location, exceptional holiday appeal and strong demand from both short and long-term accommodation markets, this property represents an outstanding opportunity to secure a high-performing asset in one of Cairns' most tightly held waterfront precincts.
Lifestyle Meets Investment:
Whether you're searching for a tropical city residence, a lock-and-leave lifestyle apartment or a premium investment, Apartment 603 at BreakFree Royal Harbour delivers an exceptional combination of views, convenience and versatility in one of Cairns' most sought-after locations.
Opportunities to secure an apartment with this outlook and flexibility are exceptionally rare. Contact Naomi today to arrange your private inspection.
Listing description written by Naomi Scowcroft, Cairns Property Office City — reproduced as published, not verified by Districts.
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