Investment Properties for Sale in Townsville

Builder Direct provide high quality, profitable investment properties in Townsville, QLD.

When you build with us, your new Townsville investment property will flourish alongside the growing economy and population.

Locations

Cairns Townsville Mackay Mandurah

Townsville

North Queensland

Strong capital growth potential, high rental yields, and low vacancy rates make Townsville, QLD a fantastic destination for investment properties. With stunning scenery, year-round sun, family-friendly communities, and plenty of business opportunities, you don’t want to miss out on investing in this popular coastal hub.

Builder Direct’s experience in building Townsville homes allows investors to work with a builder who knows the region intimately. We partner with investors to understand their goals and create quality investment builds designed to deliver fruitful returns.

Population 205K

Median Rent House $460 /week

Median Rental Yield 6.29%

Vacancy Rate 0.7%

Rental Population 32.61%

Temperature 19 to 29°c Average year-round temperature with 300 days of sunshine

Townsville, the Investment Hotspot of Far North Queensland

As of 2025, Townsville continues to grow rapidly, particularly across inner city suburbs like The Strand, West End, and Castle Hill and fast-developing outer-city suburbs like Alligator Creek, Bohle Plains, and Bushland Beach.

Part of the economic drive comes from the draw of critical minerals and green energy generation and Townsville’s unique position on Queensland’s coast, close to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island.

Townsville is a verified investment property goldmine with a population of over 185,000, an average rental yield of 6.29%, and over 30% of occupants living in rental accommodation (2024).

Investment Property Packages in Townsville

With over 25 years of experience building and selling houses, Builder Direct knows what makes a suitable investment property — and how to build one accordingly. We’re the investment home builders Townsville locals trust.

Explore our estates and blocks, choose your favourite package, and we’ll take it from there.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With a growing population and many people relocating to the city, the number of available rental properties in Townsville is at a record low — bad news for renters, excellent news for investors. With a shortage of rental stock, rental rates and yields are increasing, and rental vacancies are at 0.7%: their lowest level in over 10 years.

Thanks to consistent infrastructural development to buildings and transport networks, the region’s robust economic growth has contributed significantly to Townsville’s investment potential.

To build your new investment property in Townsville, follow this step-by-step guide:

Secure finances and get an initial deposit.
Choose your estate from Builder Direct’s selection of modern locations.
Decide on the investment package most suited to your preferences and requirements.
Personalise your investment by choosing colours, inclusions, and design elements.
From there, we’ll take care of the necessary approvals, engineering, and energy ratings that we need to start building.
Sit back and relax while we construct your brand new Townsville investment property.
Your new investment home will be completed and ready for you to make use of.

Yes. House and land packages are an affordable and convenient method of building your new investment property in Townsville. In these packages, you’ll get two contracts in one purchase — the block of land and the construction of your property.

Simply select your favoured design and secure your finances, and the team at Builder Direct will start construction. Our house and land packages are all listed at a fixed, competitive price and will be ready to rent immediately upon completion.

Townsville’s property market boasts a diverse range of investment opportunities. At Builder Direct, we specialise in residential investment homes that you can rent out or watch grow over the years. However, Townsville is also home to various commercial spaces and land development projects — supported by the city’s thriving mining, healthcare, and tourism industries.

Whether or not you purchase landlord insurance is up to you and your personal risk assessment. However, at Builder Direct, our investment homes come with a 12-month defect/maintenance period which will protect you against any issues arising in the first year of your ownership. Beyond that, we recommend having a look at different property insurance providers to decide which plan suits you and your property best.

The region of Townsville is home to many attractive neighbourhoods with strong demand, low vacancy rates, and high rental returns. According to the latest data, some of the Townsville suburbs with the highest rental yields include Nelly Bay, Hyde Park, Rosslea, Hermit Park, and Pimlico, among others.

Townsville has an exceptionally tight rental market with an average vacancy rate of 0.7%, below the state average of 1%. Rental demand is high due to limited housing options, making Townsville a favourable location for investment property growth. Townsville’s population is also forecasted to increase by over 30% from 201,443 to 264,899 by 2046, which will maintain the demand for housing.

Townsville’s fast-developing infrastructure, such as the local airport, over 60 private and public education institutions, and an array of waterfront shopping and dining options on The Strand offers prospective residents an attractive range of amenities.

Schools

Townsville has a total of 60 schools (including public and private options) catering to primary and secondary education. There are two local university campuses in Townsville: CQUniversity and James Cook University. Two TAFE campuses in Pimlico and Aitkenvale provide vocational education locally.

Transport

Townsville is connected to the rest of Queensland via the Bruce Highway and the Flinders Highway. Train connections via the North Coast railway line allow travel to Brisbane and Cairns. Townsville is also served by a regional airport that offers domestic flights to major cities like Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney and regional cities like Mackay and Rockhampton.

Recreation

Townsville’s proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Magnetic Island offers adventure seekers many opportunities, from sailing to 4WD experiences. The city's areas, like the Riverway Lagoons, offer safe swimming environments for families, and the Townsville and Riverway stadiums support local sporting and community events.