Brisbane’s rental yields range from 3.0% in inner-city prestige suburbs to 5.8% in outer growth corridors. The city’s rental vacancy rate of 1.1% is creating upward rental pressure across all price points.
Brisbane Rental Yield by Suburb 2026
| Suburb | House Yield | Unit Yield | Vacancy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortitude Valley | 4.2% | 5.8% | 0.9% |
| Southport | 4.4% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| Chermside | 4.6% | 5.2% | 1.0% |
| Newstead | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.1% |
| Kelvin Grove | 4.2% | 5.4% | 0.9% |
| West End | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% |
| Coomera | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.7% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rental yield in Brisbane in 2026?
Brisbane’s average gross rental yield in 2026 is 3.2% for houses and 5.1% for units, according to Herron Todd White March 2026 data. Unit yields have increased significantly as rental demand outpaces supply.
Which Brisbane suburb has the highest rental yield?
Fortitude Valley and Southport lead Brisbane on unit yield at 5.8% and 5.6% respectively in 2026, driven by high renter populations and proximity to employment and entertainment precincts.
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