5 Birkenhead Crescent, Forest Lake, QLD 4078 sold on 08 October 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 08 Oct 2025 for $825,000

5 Birkenhead Crescent
Forest Lake QLD 4078

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 106m2
Land area: 268m2
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Jessicca Gerretzen
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Property Details for 5 Birkenhead Cres, Forest Lake

5 Birkenhead Cres, Forest Lake is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom House with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1996. The property has a land size of 268m2 and floor size of 106m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2025. There are other 3 bedroom House sold in Forest Lake in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1996
Floor Size
106m2
Land Size
268m2
Local Government
Brisbane
Lot/Plan
387/SP111083

Last Listing description (November 2025)

Nestled in the tranquil, tree-lined streets of Forest Lake, this exquisite standalone cottage at 5 Birkenhead Crescent captures the essence of timeless charm and character. Positioned on a low-maintenance 269m allotment, this home showcases pre-colonial and federation-style elements, blending heritage appeal with everyday functionality - a rare gem for lovers of classic architecture.

From the moment you arrive, the home's inviting cottage faade and lush, manicured gardens create a sense of warmth and welcome. Relax in the front undercover area where you can fall in love with your surrounds and listen to the birds chirping in your garden and trees. Step inside to discover the well designed floorplan, spacious open-plan living, where natural light pours in across the generous lounge, dining, and kitchen areas, offering the perfect flow for both relaxed family living and entertaining. Thoughtfully designed with families in mind, the home features well-proportioned three bedrooms, a two-way bathroom for practical access, a separate WC, and a large internal laundry. Every detail has been considered for ease and comfort. Your functional kitchen has been updated with a modern rangehood and the island bench making life that more practical whilst cooking and entertaining. Also a split system air conditioning unit has been installed in the main living area for your comfort.

Outdoors, enjoy your private gardener's haven - a beautifully maintained yet low-maintenance yard with lovely established elements, ideal for peaceful mornings or pottering afternoons. For added convenience, tandem parking for two cars is available, along with ample street parking. Not to mention the large extensive outdoor undercover entertaining area that is perfect for you to socialise, relax or blend more magic into the already established gardens. The choice is yours!

Set in one of Forest Lake's most sought-after, safe, and family-friendly pockets, you'll love the lifestyle on offer. With direct walking paths to Grand Avenue State School, nearby parklands, public transport routes, local shops, and of course, the picturesque lake just a stroll away, everything you need is right at your doorstep. Whether you're a first home buyer, small family, or savvy investor looking to begin or grow your portfolio, this delightful home is the perfect place to start.

Contact Jessicca Gerretzen on 0484 194 664 for more information today on pricing expectation. Looking forward to talking to you about this stunning home.

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Property History for 5 Birkenhead Cres, Forest Lake, QLD 4078

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$825,000
08 Oct 2025
Listed for Rent
$290/w
13 May 2008
  • 08 Oct 2025
    Sold for $825,000
  • 03 Oct 2025
    Listed for Sale For Sale
  • 30 Jul 2009
    Sold for $310,000
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About Forest Lake 4078

The size of Forest Lake is approximately 9.9 square kilometres. It has 36 parks covering nearly 15.4% of total area. The population of Forest Lake in 2016 was 22904 people. By 2021 the population was 22676 showing a population decline of 1.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Forest Lake is 10-19 years. Households in Forest Lake are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Forest Lake work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 71.70% of the homes in Forest Lake were owner-occupied compared with 68.40% in 2016.

Forest Lake has 8,482 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forest Lake have seen a 117.22% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 134.45% increase. As at 31 December 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Forest Lake is $1,040,260 while the median value for Units is $608,439.
  • Houses have a median rent of $650 while Units have a median rent of $520.
There are currently 32 properties listed for sale, and 16 properties listed for rent in Forest lake on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 371 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Forest lake.

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