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Spring Hill & Brisbane Inner-City Market Update: Mid-2026

If you own or are considering property in Spring Hill, you’re sitting in one of the more interesting pockets of the Brisbane market right now. While national headlines talk about a cooling trend, Spring Hill and the surrounding inner-city precinct are telling a slightly more localised story.   The Numbers on the Ground Spring Hill’sRead more

In light of the proposed Federal tax changes, should a property owner in Spring Hill Qld 4000 sell now, and should buyers buy?

For Spring Hill property owners, the answer is not a simple “sell now” or “hold”. It depends on whether the property is owner-occupied, an investment, and what type of buyer is most likely to purchase it. If You Own a Property in Spring Hill – Should You Sell? Potential reasons to sell now: The proposedRead more

Selling a Family Home in Spring Hill After 20+ Years — What It Really Feels Like

There’s a big difference between selling a property… and selling a home you’ve held for 20+ years.   In Spring Hill and the inner-city, I often meet owners who didn’t just buy real estate — they built a life here.  They have raised kids, built routines and became part of the neighbourhood. So when the timeRead more

Why Spring Hill, Brisbane QLD 4000 Continues to Stand Out in 2026

Spring Hill has always held a unique place in Brisbane’s property landscape. Perched on the edge of the CBD, rich in history, and quietly evolving, it remains one of the most compelling inner-city locations for both homeowners and investors.   In 2026, that story is becoming even more interesting. A Market That’s Maturing, Not Slowing OverRead more

RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884

116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more

PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?

There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more

SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000

Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more

15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL

The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more

BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?

If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more

THE STORY OF THE “MOST”

He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more

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Spring Hill & Brisbane Inner-City Market Update: Mid-2026

If you own or are considering property in Spring Hill, you’re sitting in one of the more interesting pockets of the Brisbane market right now. While national headlines talk about a cooling trend, Spring Hill and the surrounding inner-city precinct are telling a slightly more localised story.   The Numbers on the Ground Spring Hill’sRead more

In light of the proposed Federal tax changes, should a property owner in Spring Hill Qld 4000 sell now, and should buyers buy?

For Spring Hill property owners, the answer is not a simple “sell now” or “hold”. It depends on whether the property is owner-occupied, an investment, and what type of buyer is most likely to purchase it. If You Own a Property in Spring Hill – Should You Sell? Potential reasons to sell now: The proposedRead more

Selling a Family Home in Spring Hill After 20+ Years — What It Really Feels Like

There’s a big difference between selling a property… and selling a home you’ve held for 20+ years.   In Spring Hill and the inner-city, I often meet owners who didn’t just buy real estate — they built a life here.  They have raised kids, built routines and became part of the neighbourhood. So when the timeRead more

Why Spring Hill, Brisbane QLD 4000 Continues to Stand Out in 2026

Spring Hill has always held a unique place in Brisbane’s property landscape. Perched on the edge of the CBD, rich in history, and quietly evolving, it remains one of the most compelling inner-city locations for both homeowners and investors.   In 2026, that story is becoming even more interesting. A Market That’s Maturing, Not Slowing OverRead more

RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884

116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more

PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?

There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more

SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000

Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more

15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL

The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more

BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?

If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more

THE STORY OF THE “MOST”

He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more

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Spring Hill & Brisbane Inner-City Market Update: Mid-2026

If you own or are considering property in Spring Hill, you’re sitting in one of the more interesting pockets of the Brisbane market right now. While national headlines talk about a cooling trend, Spring Hill and the surrounding inner-city precinct are telling a slightly more localised story.   The Numbers on the Ground Spring Hill’sRead more

In light of the proposed Federal tax changes, should a property owner in Spring Hill Qld 4000 sell now, and should buyers buy?

For Spring Hill property owners, the answer is not a simple “sell now” or “hold”. It depends on whether the property is owner-occupied, an investment, and what type of buyer is most likely to purchase it. If You Own a Property in Spring Hill – Should You Sell? Potential reasons to sell now: The proposedRead more

Selling a Family Home in Spring Hill After 20+ Years — What It Really Feels Like

There’s a big difference between selling a property… and selling a home you’ve held for 20+ years.   In Spring Hill and the inner-city, I often meet owners who didn’t just buy real estate — they built a life here.  They have raised kids, built routines and became part of the neighbourhood. So when the timeRead more

Why Spring Hill, Brisbane QLD 4000 Continues to Stand Out in 2026

Spring Hill has always held a unique place in Brisbane’s property landscape. Perched on the edge of the CBD, rich in history, and quietly evolving, it remains one of the most compelling inner-city locations for both homeowners and investors.   In 2026, that story is becoming even more interesting. A Market That’s Maturing, Not Slowing OverRead more

RARE HISTORIC “MRS LONG’S COTTAGE” C1884

116 Isaac Street is a modest timber cottage constructed in 1884 on four perches of land (101m2) following the subdivision of a thirteen perch block into two smaller lots. The cottage that was subsequently built on the four perch lot was for Mrs Elizabeth Long who then resided in the house for over thirty fiveRead more

PROPERTY OWNERS – SHOULD YOU WAIT FOR 2032 OLYMPIC GAMES?

There seems to be a common theme when I talk to sellers about their property or investment property: “We will hold onto the property and see what happens with the 2032 Olympic Games”. This is a long time to be waiting. Do the figures and data justify the wait? Many people I suspect have justRead more

SPRING HILL’S HISTORIC ‘PARK TERRACE’, BRISBANE QLD 4000

Spring Hill is one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs with a rich and fascinating history. Originally settled in the early 19th century, the area became popular due to its proximity to the city centre and reliable water source. Towards the latter part of the 19th century, Spring Hill saw significant development. Many of the houses builtRead more

15 STOREY RESIDENTIAL TOWERS PROPOSED FOR 25 FORTESCUE ST, SPRING HILL

The proposed development involves the construction of two 15-storey residential towers, with 115 apartments functioning as social housing in the Fortescue St tower and 137 apartments as affordable housing in the Little Edward St tower. The area’s historic pedestrian connectivity challenges have also been acknowledged and addressed by creating a laneway that crosses the site,Read more

BUY, SELL, RENT OR HOLD?

If you’re like many property owners, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying, selling, renting or holding onto your property. A good place to start would be to talk to your accountant as there are always tax implications with property. For those not sure not sure if they should rent or sellRead more

THE STORY OF THE “MOST”

He seemed calm and collected, matter of factly when he called, “Jonzun, I would like to talk to you sometime next week.” Ron* is a person that I have spoken to over many years (like many others in the area) and was now looking to relocate down south as his children had left home someRead more