Looking for a tree change with plenty of upside ? Look no further than The Chillagoe Eco Lodge and Observatory that's for sale at the price of less than the average Australian home. Lease with option to purchase also considered and negotiable. Located three hours drive west of Cairns this amazing little town is rich in history and boasts in having the most diverse geological features on the planet !
It's a tourist hot spot and the business also derives additional income from a bus service, Australia Post contract and a general freight & refrigerated transport operation. The Observatory being the only one in the region is a big hit with school groups, outback travelers and tour groups.
Our walkthrough video tells the story so follow the link to see why this opportunity is worth more than just a look.
The size of Chillagoe is approximately 2217.4 square kilometres. There are 2 parks, covering nearly 1.7% of the total area. The population of Chillagoe in 2016 was 251 people. By 2021 the population was 214 showing a population decline of 14.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Chillagoe is 60-69 years. Households in Chillagoe are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Chillagoe work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 64.00% of the homes in Chillagoe were owner-occupied compared with 59.50% in 2016.
Chillagoe has 344 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Chillagoe have seen a 80.61% increase in median value. As at 30 April 2026:
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