Richlands is an up-and-coming suburb with a lifestyle that attracts families and young professionals, and boosting property prices that attract Brisbane investors. Richlands is a mostly industrial outer south-western suburb of Brisbane just 16 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD. With its parks, abundance of sporting facilities and access to major shopping centres, it makes a great place to live for families. It’s easy to see why Richlands is so sought after, but don’t forget to book your pre-purchase inspection!
Andrew’s Expert Advice on Richlands
After three decades in the building inspection business, I have an expert eye that can only be developed with years of experience. On average, I have inspected one home on every street in Richlands. I know where to look for every sign of building or pest damage, so if you have any questions about inspections, I am your man. With lots of new development townhouses, I will help you decide whether you are making a good investment and purchase the right home for your future renters.
Why should I move to Richlands?
Convenience is the name of the game when it comes to living in Richlands. Within 20 minutes’ drive, you could find yourself at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre or Westfield Garden City. The Centenary Motorway passes through Richlands from the north-west at Darra, to the south-west at Wacol and Forest Lake. With its own train station to the city or further west towards Ipswich, Richlands is a commuter’s dream.
This, coupled with affordable new developments and small areas of farmland and residential areas to the east and south, make Richlands an enticing place to call home for young professionals and young families alike.
If you do have children, Richlands is close to neighbouring Richlands East State School, Darra State School, and Forest Lake State High School. You’ll also never be short for sporting choices, as the nearby Greenfield Park caters for football, soccer, cricket, and basketball, and offers lovely walking trails for those looking to keep fit.
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Future homeowners and real estate investors can rest assured that Richlands will continue to provide strong performances, with the median home prices rising by 15% in the past 12 months. The median property price for a house is $757,000, while the median price for a unit is $412,000. For those looking for investment properties, the average weekly rent for houses is $580. For units, the average weekly rent is $460.
Richlands is quickly becoming one of Brisbane’s most up-and-coming markets. You need to be prepared if you plan to make this suburb your new home. Don’t miss out on a great deal – make sure you get all the information you need and book that building inspection!
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