Cairns Housing Landscape

Join us on 5 March as we explore the market forces shaping housing choice, affordability, and future growth.

As affordability pressures continue to build, this session will examine the drivers behind construction and civil costs, and how these factors are shaping housing choice and future growth in the region.

Marcus Brown, Director at Bull + Bear Economics, will unpack land sales and pricing data for Cairns, drawing comparisons to similar East Coast markets. He’ll also explore the ‘up versus out’ conversation, the region’s housing choice landscape, and how these factors shape affordability and demand.

David Waldock from RMA Engineers will provide insights into regional civil lot costs and share RMA’s 2025 research on how Cairns compares to other regional QLD locations, and the challenges and opportunities influencing supply.

They will then be joined by Tom Quaid, FNQ Zone Chair at REIQ, for a panel discussion offering market-level perspectives on emerging trends and the future of housing in Cairns.

Secure your spot today and stay ahead of what’s next for the region