7/173-181 Esplanade, Cairns North is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1990. The property has a land size of 117m2 and floor size of 117m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2025.
Renovated Esplanade Apartment Private position overlooking garden & lagoon.
Positioned on the iconic Cairns Esplanade and located steps from a buffet of amenities, this beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment offers space, comfort, and a location that ticks every box whether you're an owner-occupier or investor looking for not just strong returns, but flexibility too.
Set within an older-style complex that has stood the test of time, this property stands out for its generous proportions noticeably larger than most modern builds and its end position, which enjoys excellent natural ventilation and refreshing breezes year-round. Tastefully updated with a modern kitchen and new flooring, the apartment balances contemporary comfort with solid construction and timeless appeal.
Features we love;
- Modern, renovated kitchen
- Airy, open plan living area with views over the Esplanade
- Occupying the entire S/E corner, offering east to west flow through
- Fully ducted air-conditioning to keep you cool
- Built in robes throughout plus separate laundry room
- Offered to the market fully furnished in turn key condition
- Secure underground parking
- Onsite management
- In ground pool and sauna room
The Bottom Line
- Body Corp: $13,666 per year
- Council rates: $3,100 appox. per year
- Rental income: $700plus per week
- Built: circa 1990
- Number in complex: 37
The complex also benefits from being one of the most flexible addresses along the Esplanade. While a large percentage of the apartments within the complex are owner occupied residences, there is the additional option to take advantage of the well regarded onsite holiday let facilities, which offers favourable return opportunities thanks to the buildings proximity to the Cairns Base Hospital. Currently leased through onsite management, holiday let returns are available on request.
Private inspections welcomed and encouraged, for all enquiries please contact Tim Lyon on 0400 355 706.
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The size of Cairns North is approximately 2.9 square kilometres. There are 6 parks, covering nearly 9.7% of the total area. The population of Cairns North in 2016 was 5191 people. By 2021 the population was 5334 showing a population growth of 2.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Cairns North is 20-29 years. Households in Cairns North are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Cairns North work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 33.80% of the homes in Cairns North were owner-occupied compared with 29.20% in 2016.
Cairns North has 3,865 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Cairns North have seen a 50.12% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 92.76% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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