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8 Merganser Place
Forest Lake QLD 4078

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 2
Floor area: 117m2
Land area: 336m2
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Property Details for 8 Merganser Pl, Forest Lake

8 Merganser Pl, Forest Lake is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 2 parking spaces and was built in 2000. The property has a land size of 336m2 and floor size of 117m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in August 2024.

Building Type
House
Year Built
2000
Floor Size
117m2
Land Size
336m2
Local Government
Brisbane
Lot/Plan
234/SP126984

Last Listing description (June 2026)

Welcome to a home that perfectly balances relaxed tropical living with everyday functionalityprivately positioned in a quiet and highly sought-after Forest Lake cul-de-sac.

Framed by lush, resort-style gardens, this beautifully maintained three-bedroom residence offers an immediate sense of calm the moment you arrive. Designed with a practical and free-flowing floorplan, the home delivers generous living spaces that feel open, comfortable, and effortlessly liveableideal for young families, first-home buyers, or investors seeking a strong, low-maintenance asset.

At the heart of the home is a seamless indoor-outdoor connection that leads to an expansive covered entertaining area. Surrounded by complete privacy, this outdoor retreat is complemented by a relaxing spacreating the perfect setting for weekend gatherings, family BBQs, or quiet evenings under the stars.

Inside, split-system air-conditioning ensures year-round comfort, while solar power adds valuable energy efficiency and long-term cost savingsan attractive feature for both homeowners and investors.

The kitchen, living, and dining zones are well connected, creating a central hub for daily life, while the bedrooms are privately positioned and well proportioned to suit family living.

This property is expected to strongly appeal to first home buyers, downsizers, and buyers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle with practical living and convenience.

Three well-proportioned bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans
Master bedroom with direct bathroom access and built-in storage
Jack and Jill bathroom
Light-filled, free-flowing floorplan with multiple living zones
Central kitchen with island bench, quality appliances, and excellent storage
Open-plan living and dining area designed for everyday family connection
Split-system air-conditioning and ceiling fans
Solar power system for energy efficiency and reduced running costs
Expansive covered outdoor entertaining area with complete privacy
Relaxing outdoor spaideal for unwinding or entertaining guests
Fully fenced yard, perfect for children and pets
Single remote garage plus garden shed for additional storage
Low-maintenance design ideal for investors or busy households

Positioned in a family-friendly pocket, the home is conveniently located close to:

2 mins to Forest Lake State High School
2 mins to St John's Anglican College (Primary & secondary)
3 mins to Forest Lake Shopping Centre (Coles)
2 mins to Settlers Village Park
8 mins to Richlands Train Station
10 mins to Centenary Suburbs
25 mins to Brisbane CBD
Easy access to public transport and main arterial roads

For investors: this property has been rent appraised at $630$680 per week.

Rates: $441 / qtr (subject to change)
Water/Sewerage: $75 / qtr + consumption (subject to change)

Disclaimer:
STRUD Property has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that the information contained in this advertisement is true and correct but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this advertisement.

Property History for 8 Merganser Pl, Forest Lake, QLD 4078

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$685,000
16 Aug 2024
Listed for Rent
$400/w
10 Apr 2017
  • 27 Apr 2026
    Listed for Sale OFFERS FROM $889,000
  • 16 Aug 2024
    Sold for $685,000
  • 02 Aug 2024
    Listed for Sale U N D E R | O F F E R
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About Forest Lake 4078

The size of Forest Lake is approximately 9.9 square kilometres. There are 36 parks, covering nearly 15.4% of the total area. The population of Forest Lake in 2016 was 22904 people. By 2021 the population was 22676 showing a population decline of 1.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Forest Lake is 10-19 years. Households in Forest Lake are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Forest Lake work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 71.70% of the homes in Forest Lake were owner-occupied compared with 68.40% in 2016.

Forest Lake has 8,483 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forest Lake have seen a 92.78% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 122.09% increase. As at 31 August 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Forest Lake is $1,100,815 while the median value for Units is $715,355.
  • Houses have a median rent of $700 while Units have a median rent of $475.
There are currently 61 properties listed for sale, and 18 properties listed for rent in Forest lake on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 319 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Forest lake.

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