71 Lake St, Cairns City is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1996. The property has a land size of 1065m2 and floor size of 52m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2026. There are other 1 bedroom Unit sold in Cairns City in the last 12 months.
Positioned in the heart of the city, this well-appointed 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment presents an outstanding opportunity for savvy investors seeking strong returns and consistent occupancy.
Currently operating as a successful short-term holiday rental, this property delivers an impressive turnover and is perfectly suited for Airbnb or holiday letting. With high demand from both business and leisure travelers, it offers immediate income potential from day one.
The apartment features a modern layout, a private balcony with stunning city views, and access to a resort-style pool, making it highly appealing to guests year-round. Located within a secure complex with underground parking, it provides both comfort and convenience in a premium urban setting.
Key Features:
- 1 spacious bedroom, 1 modern bathroom
- Secure underground parking
- Private balcony with city views
- Resort-style pool within the complex
- Proven high-performing short-term rental
- Strong occupancy and turnover rates
- Positioned in a prime CBD location
Whether youre expanding your portfolio or entering the short-term rental market, this is a rare chance to secure a low-maintenance, high-demand investment in a blue-chip location.
$9,972.00 - Body corp. fees inclusive of electricity and water
Rates - $3200.00
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 3,417 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:
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