$1m+ homes: Who’s buying the most expensive houses in Warwick and surrounds?
With housing prices and the cost of living surging across Australia, some of the wealthiest from metropolitan areas are flocking to rural areas like Warwick and the Southern Downs and picking up some pricey properties. See the full list of $1m+ properties
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Property prices across Warwick and the Southern Downs are booming into the millions as people flock to regional Queensland away from the cities.
Multiple properties across the region are fetching up to $2m with buyers paying eye watering prices for the relaxed comfort of the Southern Downs.
Stuart Bond Real Estate and Auctioneer selling principal, Stuart Bond, said the influx of wealthy property buyers into the region was ultimately a good thing.
“It’s great for the economy as they’re bringing their money with them,” he said.
“You see a two million dollar house, and realise, they’ve got to buy new furniture, a new car for the garage, new machinery for the maintenance, as well as bikes or quads to get around the property.
“No one buys a two million dollar house to leave it empty, they’ll probably spend half a million dollars to fill it up,” he said.
“For a lot of the buyers if they buy a country home it’s like them buying a yacht, it’s just another thing to have.”
LJ Hooker Warwick agent, Leanne Cameron, said the new arrivals to the Southern Downs are
“There’s no one area where the predominant number of buyers are coming from and are across the range of age, demographics, families and jobs,” Ms Cameron said.
“It’s a wonderful region, it’s so diverse, but it’s the location and proximity to major centres and beaches, we are in one of the hottest little regions on the east coast region.”
Take a look at some of the region’s million dollar plus properties on the market in the region below:
249 Coopers Gully Road, Yangan – $2,100,000
Labelled as “where the valley meets the sky” Sky View Pastoral is on the market for over $2 million dollars.
With six bedrooms and three bathrooms, a media room, billiards room with a bar and a gym and sauna room, this property is one of the most expensive in regional Queensland.
The property sits on 87 acres containing orchards and a forest area, and the home itself has a stunning view of the Swanfels Valley.
737 Top Swanfels Road, Swanfels – $1,750,000
Situated right next to Swan Creek with a fantastic 360 degree view of the Swanfels Valley, number 737 is on the market for almost $2m.
Special features include four bedrooms, 30 acres to play with and an outdoor spa.
228 Rockdale Rd, Karara – $1,400,000
Located 50 km west of Warwick, this four bedroom hamlet at Karara is a quiet escape away from town.
The eco-friendly family home is recently built as well as featuring expansive locations inside and out for entertaining and relaxing.
Interesting features also include a chicken pen, media room and campground with shower and toilet on property.
This property sold for $1.4m earlier this year.
222 East St, Warwick – $1,300,000
Located in East Warwick this home has breathtaking views of the Condamine River and all the features of modern life with the classic feel of a historic home.
The four bedroom home features fruit trees, solar power and surrounding gardens, which gives a secluded feel within walking distance to schools and shops.
874 Top Swanfels Rd, Yangan – $1,300,000
Known as “Mooroolin”, no. 874 is a charming property located on the hills of the Swanfels Valley only 25 minutes out of town.
With four bedrooms and pressed metal ceilings, this Queenslander on a hill features stunning views of the Valley below.
15 Kalinda Rise, Sladeville – $780,000
Just north east of Warwick lies this next majestic house features stunning hillside views of Warwick, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Additionally, the home offers a fish pond, workshop and balcony to soak in the view, however, it was sold in 2020.
888 Inverramsey Rd, Goomburra – $1,100,000
Three bedroom paradise located just 30 minutes from Warwick offers a quiet retreat from the noise.
Up in the hills of Goomburra, this three bedroom home boasts a fireplace, rumpus room and outdoor air conditioning.
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