225/1 Marlin ParadeCairns City QLD 4870
Property Details for 225/1 Marlin Pde, Cairns City
225/1 Marlin Pde, Cairns City is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Apartment with 1 parking spaces. The property has a floor size of 110m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in April 2026. There are other 2 bedroom Apartment sold in Cairns City in the last 12 months.
Last Listing description (April 2026)
Welcome to Residence 225 at Harbour Lights. A premium, fully renovated waterfront apartment offering not only exceptional lifestyle appeal but also outstanding investment performance.
With forecasted holiday-letting returns achieving over 10% net yield, this property represents one of the most compelling opportunities currently available in the Cairns CBD market.
Overlooking the lush greenery of Little Fogarty Park and positioned within one of the city's most recognisable waterfront addresses, this residence combines tranquility, modern luxury and high-demand accommodation appeal.
Investors will appreciate the quality of the renovation, the low-maintenance design, and the strong year-round occupancy potential that Harbour Lights is renowned for.
Inside, the spacious open-plan living and dining area flows seamlessly to the private balcony, an attractive feature for holiday guests seeking indoor / outdoor living. The sleek, contemporary kitchen and refined finishes throughout further elevate the apartment's short-stay rental desirability.
Including two generous bedrooms, each with calming parkland aspects. The master suite includes balcony access and a private ensuite, while the second bedroom is serviced by the main bathroom ; ideal for dual-occupancy bookings, couples, or business travellers, maximising booking flexibility and return.
Harbour Lights offers a proven track record as a top-performing holiday-letting building, supported by its premier position on Marlin Parade. Guests are just steps from the Esplanade, Marina, Pier shopping, waterfront dining, and Cairns' best lifestyle amenities being a key driver of repeat bookings and premium nightly rates.
Residents and guests also enjoy resort-style facilities including secure same-level parking, a sparkling pool, fully equipped gym, sauna and BBQ areas within a private, well-managed complex.
Whether you're seeking a high-yield short-stay investment, a lock-and-leave city base, or a dual-purpose lifestyle asset, Residence 225 delivers income, position and long-term growth appeal.
Contact Morganne Baldwin or Claire Matchett today to secure this rare investment.
Property History for 225/1 Marlin Pde, Cairns City, QLD 4870
- 03 Apr 2026Sold for $868,000
- 01 Sep 2025Listed for Sale Offers Invited | Contact Agent
- 20 Oct 2022Listed for Sale Mid to high $600,000s
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About Cairns City 4870
The size of Cairns City is approximately 2.1 square kilometres. There are 3 parks, covering nearly 6.3% of the total area. The population of Cairns City in 2016 was 2737 people. By 2021 the population was 3616 showing a population growth of 32.1% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Cairns City is 20-29 years. Households in Cairns City are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Cairns City work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 47.30% of the homes in Cairns City were owner-occupied compared with 46.40% in 2016.
Cairns City has 3,419 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Cairns City have seen a 60.75% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 56.07% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
- The median value for Houses in Cairns City is $734,411 while the median value for Units is $606,586.
- Houses have a median rent of $488 while Units have a median rent of $600.
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