Why Apartments Can Be a Fantastic Investment in Cairns.
When most people think about property investing, they picture houses but in markets like Cairns, apartments and units can deliver exceptional value and returns, especially for those working with a more limited budget.
In this episode of Investment by Design, Cairns Buyers Agent, Shaun Craike, sits down with Apartment Sales Expert, Tim Lyon, to explore why apartments deserve a place in your investment strategy and how to identify opportunities others overlook.
Key Takeaways from This Episode
Apartments offer affordability and flexibility for first-time investors entering the Cairns property market.
Body corporate costs are often misunderstood, when factored correctly, they are often a comparable to cost to paying the maintenance up keep on a house.
Apartments can provide steady rental demand, especially in areas close to the CBD, hospitals, and the Cairns Esplanade.
Understanding market dynamics helps investors find strong-performing units even in shifting conditions.
Working with a local Cairns buyers agent ensures you access off-market properties and expert negotiation support.
Why Invest in Cairns?
Cairns is a growing regional hub with a diverse economy, attracting tourism professionals, hospital workers, defence personnel, and remote professionals. For investors, this means consistent rental demand across a wide range of property types including well-located apartments.
Unlike many capital city markets, Cairns apartments still offer accessible price points and solid rental yields, creating opportunities for investors who want exposure to Far North Queensland without overspending.
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About The Buyers Co
At The Buyers Co, we help clients buy with confidence in Cairns and across Far North Queensland.
From sourcing and inspecting to negotiating and settling, our goal is to make property investment straightforward and stress-free.
