The South Bank of the Brisbane River is an especially vibrant pocket of the state capital, which has undergone a lot of growth in the last couple of decades. Home to a multitude of educational facilities, parks, eateries, cultural and entertainment venues: South Bank is an exciting place to live, and 5 million people visit each year.

The focus of recent developments is a 16 hectare parkland and recreation area.  Loaded with restaurants, shops, swimming pools, rainforest walks and picnic areas, it really has something for everyone. It even has a man-made beach, complete with sand, which is patrolled every day. Regular open-air markets are held and buskers entertain with live music. The Queensland State Library, Art Gallery and Performing Arts Centre are all based in the South Bank parkland.

Residential facilities in the South Bank have also been developed significantly, particularly studios and apartments catering for young professionals and the student population. Nearby Wooloongabba and Kangaroo Point also have a very high proportion of rental units, but there are a few detached family friendly bungalows to be had. This area is sought after and experiencing very steady growth. If you like to be where the action is, and aren’t looking for a big yard and a picket fence- the South Bank area could be for you.