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Retail • Office • Industrial • Last updated: 26 August 2025
The Sunshine Coast Hinterland commercial property market remains tightly held, with quality assets in short supply across most towns. Reduced interest rates have boosted confidence, and demand is strong from both local operators and investors. Self-managed super fund buyers are particularly active in the sub-$2 million bracket, especially for industrial assets.
Retail / Office
Quality retail properties are tightly held in the hinterland and railway towns particularly standalone assets in towns such as Maleny, Palmwoods, Beerwah, Eumundi and Cooroy. With limited stock available, sales campaigns continue to attract strong enquiry. Yields remain firm, reflecting investor appetite as well as the demand from owner occupiers.
Leasing
Vacancy across quality retail and office premises is low. Secondary space can take longer to lease with increased availability, but well-presented premises in prime hinterland locations are seeing competitive interest. Active management and refurbishment programs are a must to maintain value in oversupplied markets.
Industrial
The industrial sector remains one of the most tightly supplied markets on the Sunshine Coast. Vacant land, small warehouses and workshops, in towns such as Yandina, Landsborough, Cooroy and Beerwah are in particularly short supply. SMSF investors are highly active in this sector, seeking sub-$2 million assets that suit owner occupation or provide both income and long-term capital security. Large increases in rates per square metre for modern standalone and strata-titled units have been experienced.
Leasing
Well-located, functional industrial sheds are rarely on the market for long. This imbalance is continuing to support rental growth across the sector.
Outlook
The outlook for the next 6–12 months is positive. Reduced borrowing costs, steady population growth, and a limited pipeline of new commercial development are all underpinning values. With most hinterland towns tightly supplied of quality property, sellers and landlords are well positioned to achieve strong results. Leasing markets are expected to stay firm for well-located assets, while secondary stock, will remain more competitive.
If you own, lease, or are considering selling commercial property, now is an ideal time to review your options. We can assist with both sales and leasing across retail, office, and industrial markets, providing local expertise and tailored advice. With our 25 years local experience in these markets, we can also assist if you are considering redesign or refurbishment on how you can maximise the value or reposition your property for the future.
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