South Townsville Renovator

Homer Blancaver
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Updated November 2026: we added a “South Townsville today” section with current Stash suburb figures and what has happened to the property since. The deal figures below are from the time of the original post.

Address

20 Martin Street, South Townsville, QLD 4810

Investment Strategy

Renovator

Development Timeline

13/07/2023
Property Purchased
$285,000
03/02/2024
Property Sold
$510,000
See what it looks like today

Rental Insights

Stash shows rental figures for every property's suburb, including Long Term Rental Statistics (vacancy rate, homes rented in the last 12 months, median rent and potential yield) and the Long Term Yield Analyser, which compares yields by bedroom count and property type. November 2026: the screenshots below were taken in 2024. Some of the statistics shown in them, such as short-term (Airbnb) and rooming rental figures, are no longer part of the standard Stash property page.

Stash rental insights for South Townsville, captured March 2024
Stash rental insights for South Townsville, captured March 2024
Stash rental insights for South Townsville, captured March 2024

Source: stashproperty.com.au

Stash rental insights for South Townsville, captured March 2024

Development Stats

2024

Year of Development

197

days held

225

Gross Profit

About the Property

20 MARTIN STREET, SOUTH TOWNSVILLE
This original property in the heart of South Townsville presents a golden opportunity for those with a vision for transformation. Boasting two bedrooms, this quaint residence exudes potential and offers a canvas for creative renovation endeavours.

The property encompasses a cozy two-bedroom layout, providing a solid foundation for customization to suit individual preferences while the versatile space downstairs opens up a realm of possibilities for entertainment or relaxation. A single garage complements the property, providing secure parking and potential storage solutions.

Situated on a generously sized block, this property offers ample space for gardening, landscaping, or potential future extensions, making it an enticing prospect for those seeking room to grow.

South Townsville’s prime location ensures easy access to local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, while also being in close proximity to the city centre.
With a touch of creativity and a renovation vision, this property has the potential to be transformed into a charming, personalized sanctuary that captures the essence of South Townsville living.

Don’t miss this opportunity to breathe new life into this original gem and create a home tailored to your unique tastes and preferences. Embrace the potential and make this property your own.

From the realestate.com.au listing

South Townsville renovator property overview, captured March 2024

Source: stashproperty.com.au

About the Suburb

South Townsville, QLD 4810, is a vibrant suburb with a diverse population of around 2424 residents. The area has a mix of age groups, with a significant number of young adults aged 20-24 and middle-aged individuals aged 45-64. The median household income is $1,516 per week, and the top three occupations include Managers, Professionals, and Technicians/Tradeworkers. Commuting patterns indicate a high reliance on motor vehicles, with a notable portion working from home. The suburb offers various commuting options, including buses, walking, and cycling.

South Townsville presents a promising investment opportunity. The suburb has a healthy property market, with both houses and units showing good growth potential. The median house price is within an affordable range, making it attractive for first-time home buyers. Additionally, the high rental yields for units make it an appealing choice for property investors. The low vacancy rate and high market absorption rate suggest a high demand for rental properties, indicating a stable rental market.

South Townsville, QLD 4810, is a suburb that offers a desirable lifestyle for residents and lucrative investment opportunities for property buyers. With a mix of demographics, good educational facilities, and a range of commuting options, the suburb caters to diverse needs. Homeowners can enjoy a strong sense of community, while investors can benefit from the suburb’s growth potential and rental demand.

Sources:
– proptechdata.com.au
– Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census 2021
– Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) School Profiles 2022

South Townsville suburb median chart from Stash, captured March 2024
Suburb Median
South Townsville vacancy rate chart from Stash, captured March 2024
Vacancy Rate
South Townsville sales volume chart from Stash, captured March 2024
Sales Volume

South Townsville today (November 2026)

Here is where the South Townsville house market sits now. The figures cover house sales and rentals over the 12 months from November 2025.

  • Median house price: $675,000 (Stash data, November 2026)
  • 12-month change in the median house price: +3.8% (Stash data, November 2026)
  • Median house rent: $630 a week, a median gross rental yield of 4.7% (Stash data, November 2026)
  • Vacancy rate: 0.4%, with a median of 22 days on market for houses (Stash data, November 2026)

What happened to the property? Stash's sales history for 20 Martin Street still shows the $510,000 resale in February 2024 as the latest sale, so it hasn't sold again since.

Then vs now: The renovated house sold for $510,000 in February 2024, after a $285,000 purchase in July 2023. Today the median house price in South Townsville is $675,000.

See the latest numbers on the South Townsville suburb page. To look for renovator deals like this one yourself, use Comparable Properties with Display Flips, Knockdown Rebuilds & Renovators Only ticked.

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