Welcome to our snapshot guide to Sunshine Beach’s real estate market, where we share our local knowledge and insights. As your local buyers agency, The Property Baron knows the importance of having access to unbiased and independent information when it comes to making real estate decisions. With years of experience in  the Sunshine Coast region, we have a deep understanding of the local property market and are excited to share our latest suburb snapshot with you. From population and density to property sales and migration stats, we have all the latest data you need to know to make informed decisions about buying or selling property in Sunshine Beach. So, let’s dive in and discover the hidden gems of this beautiful coastal suburb.

For buyers navigating this tightly held coastal market, working with an experienced Sunshine Beach buyers agent can provide valuable local insight, independent advice and access to quality opportunities.

Unbiased Insights from The Property Baron Buyers Agency

Welcome to our Sunshine Beach real estate market snapshot, where we share local insights and independent data to help buyers make informed decisions. As an experienced buyers agency, The Property Baron understands the importance of having access to unbiased, accurate information when navigating high-value property markets.

With years of experience across the Sunshine Coast and Noosa regions, our team has developed a deep understanding of local market dynamics. In this suburb snapshot, we break down key data points including population trends, property prices, sales activity and migration statistics, providing valuable context for anyone considering buying property in Sunshine Beach.

Sunshine Beach Suburb Overview

For local and interstate buyers alike, access to up-to-date suburb-level information is essential. Sunshine Beach recorded a population of approximately 2,480 people at the 2021 census, with a population density of around 1,290 people per square kilometre. As of January 2023, the median house price in Sunshine Beach sat at approximately $2,162,901, reflecting the suburb’s tightly held nature and premium coastal appeal.

The number of families in the suburb was recorded at 1,964 in 2021, with a three-year median price growth of 67.7%. These figures highlight the strong long-term demand for property in this part of the Noosa region.

Migration Trends

Migration data further reinforces the popularity of the Sunshine Coast and Noosa area. Between 2016 and 2021, 53.1% of Australians did not change their address, while 35.3% moved within Australia and 5.4% relocated from overseas. Of those who moved domestically, 54.9% relocated within the Noosa and Sunshine Coast region — a clear indication of the area’s ongoing lifestyle and investment appeal.

Property Sales Snapshot (2022–2023)

Sales data from the 2022–2023 period shows the strength at the top end of the Sunshine Beach market. The most expensive sale during this period was 24 Arakoon Crescent, which sold for $28,500,000 in April 2022. The lowest recorded house sale was 194 Edwards Street, which sold for $1,050,000 in September 2022.

Tom Offermann Real Estate recorded the highest number of sales in Sunshine Beach, with 16 properties sold, followed by C21 Conolly Hay Group Noosa Heads with 13 sales. As with all market data, these results should be interpreted in context, as individual property characteristics can significantly influence outcomes.

Premium Streets and Median Sales

Sunshine Beach continues to feature among the most prestigious locations on the Sunshine Coast. Arakoon Crescent recorded a median sales price of approximately $13.625 million, placing it among the top-performing streets in the region. Other high-performing streets include Witta Circle and Kareela Avenue in Noosa Heads, with median prices of $9 million and $7.95 million respectively.

It’s important to note that median sales figures can fluctuate depending on the type, size and quality of properties sold during a given period.

Final Thoughts

Local knowledge plays a critical role in making confident property decisions, particularly in tightly held coastal markets such as Sunshine Beach. With high median prices and limited supply, buyers benefit from independent advice, suburb-level insights and a clear understanding of market conditions before proceeding.

For buyers navigating this premium coastal market, working with an experienced Sunshine Beach buyers agent can provide valuable local insight, independent advice and support throughout the purchasing process.

At The Property Baron Buyers Agency, we provide unbiased insights and buyer-only representation to support informed decision-making across Sunshine Beach, Noosa and the broader Sunshine Coast.