1/19 Cairns St, East Brisbane is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1930. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in January 2011.
Positioned on a fully fenced 333m corner block in one of East Brisbane's most sought-after pockets, this charming Queenslander-style residence offers flexibility, character, and exceptional future potential. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 kitchens and dual living functionality, this is an exciting opportunity for extended families, investors, home business operators, or buyers seeking accommodation potential in a blue-chip inner-city location.
Behind the classic faade, the home showcases many timeless Queenslander features including soaring high ceilings, polished timber flooring, timber wall paneling, and beautiful natural light throughout. The lower level has already been updated and is move-in ready, providing comfortable living from day one, while the upper level offers outstanding scope to renovate, personalise, and add significant value over time.
The versatile floorplan is ideal for dual occupancy, multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or creating separate work-from-home spaces. With two kitchens and multiple indoor/outdoor living areas, the home provides flexibility rarely found this close to the CBD.
The downstairs level offers an inviting open-plan living and kitchen space flowing seamlessly to outdoor entertaining areas, while upstairs features additional bedrooms, living zones, balconies, and endless potential to transform into something truly special.
Property Features:
4 generous bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 car accommodation
Dual living layout with 2 kitchens
Move-in ready downstairs level
Upstairs level with huge renovation potential
Traditional Queenslander charm throughout
High ceilings and timber flooring
Multiple balconies and outdoor entertaining areas
Fully fenced 333m block
Flexible layout ideal for extended families, Airbnb/accommodation or home business use
Excellent opportunity to add value in a premium location
Located just moments from the Gabba precinct, elite schools, public transport, cafs, parks and Brisbane CBD, this property combines lifestyle convenience with long-term growth potential.
Homes offering this much flexibility, character and upside in East Brisbane are increasingly hard to find. Whether you are looking to move straight in, renovate further, accommodate extended family, or capitalise on dual living potential, this is an opportunity not to be missed.
Previously admired for its breezy Queenslander appeal and effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle, this home continues to deliver the charm and versatility buyers are searching for in this tightly held inner-city pocket.
The size of East Brisbane is approximately 2.0 square kilometres. There are 10 parks, covering nearly 8.6% of the total area. The population of East Brisbane in 2016 was 5934 people. By 2021 the population was 6186 showing a population growth of 4.2% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in East Brisbane is 20-29 years. Households in East Brisbane are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in East Brisbane work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 42.00% of the homes in East Brisbane were owner-occupied compared with 40.70% in 2016.
East Brisbane has 3,871 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in East Brisbane have seen a 44.70% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 107.54% increase. As at 31 July 2026:
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