5 Christensen Street, Machans Beach, QLD 4878 | Property Value & History | OnTheHouse
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5 Christensen Street
Machans Beach QLD 4878

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 109m2
Land area: 1633m2
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Property Details for 5 Christensen St, Machans Beach

5 Christensen St, Machans Beach is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom House. The property has a land size of 1633m2 and floor size of 109m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in May 2004.

Building Type
House
Floor Size
109m2
Land Size
1633m2
Local Government
Cairns Regional
Lot/Plan
23/RP802267

Last Listing description (July 2026)

This rare offering presents an outstanding opportunity to secure one of the most unique properties currently available in the Cairns market - now made even more compelling with a substantial $150,000 price reduction.Positioned in the historic fishing village of Machans Beach, this tightly held suburb was once best known as a fisherman's retreat and holiday shack destination. Today, Machans Beach is rapidly evolving, with growing buyer interest, strong lifestyle appeal, and increasing recognition from investors - while still remaining relatively undiscovered compared with many southern markets.The main residence is a fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with parking for three vehicles. Elevated to capture water views and cooling sea breezes, the home offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with comfort, character, and charm.Adding further value is the second dwelling - the former Sea Scouts boatshed - which remains largely in original condition. This presents an exciting opportunity for renovation, reinvention, or future income potential, making the property especially appealing for buyers seeking lifestyle, flexibility, and long-term upside.Imagine waking to the sound of the ocean, enjoying gentle sea breezes, and being just metres from the boat ramp, Barron River, your boat, and the Coral Sea. This is a lifestyle property in every sense - offering space, water access, character, and opportunity in one exceptional package.Property Highlights Expansive Landholding: 1,633m of cleared land, offering excellent space and future potential. Premium Waterfront Position: A private and highly desirable block with captivating river and water views. Direct Marine Access: Immediate access to the Coral Sea via the nearby boat ramp - ideal for boating, fishing, and coastal living. Importantly, the property is positioned before any bridges, allowing unrestricted access for yachts and larger vessels. Second Dwelling Opportunity: The former Sea Scouts boatshed offers significant scope for renovation, guest accommodation, creative use, or passive income potential, subject to council approvals. Natural Surroundings: Enjoy the Barron River, sandy beaches, walking trails, and abundant marine life right on your doorstep. Village Lifestyle: A welcoming, close-knit beachside community with local cafs, shops, and friendly neighbours - all while being the closest beachside suburb to Cairns City.With the sellers now reducing the price by $150,000, this property represents a serious opportunity for buyers who recognise value, lifestyle, and future potential.This is a rare chance to secure an exceptional river-view property in one of Cairns' most character-filled coastal suburbs and embrace the boating lifestyle you have always dreamed of.Contact Mat Foley today and see why at WOLF Real Estate we are RUNNING AHEAD OF THE PACK!Disclaimer: All information contained is gathered from sources we believe to be reliable. In preparation of this advertisement our best endeavours have been made to ensure the information contained is true and accurate. However, we accept no responsibility or liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies, or misstatements contained. Prospective purchasers are encouraged to make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this advertisement

Property History for 5 Christensen St, Machans Beach, QLD 4878

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$315,000
01 May 2004
  • 09 Feb 2026
    Listed for Sale Buyers Over $949,000
  • 01 May 2004
    Sold for $315,000
  • 08 Aug 1996
    Sold for $138,000
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About Machans Beach 4878

The size of Machans Beach is approximately 4.0 square kilometres. There are 3 parks, covering nearly 3.4% of the total area. The population of Machans Beach in 2016 was 1051 people. By 2021 the population was 943 showing a population decline of 10.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Machans Beach is 60-69 years. Households in Machans Beach are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Machans Beach work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 69.20% of the homes in Machans Beach were owner-occupied compared with 68.10% in 2016.

Machans Beach has 524 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Machans Beach have seen a 55.65% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 82.61% increase. As at 31 August 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Machans Beach is $738,040 while the median value for Units is $569,924.
  • Houses have a median rent of $750.
There are currently 13 properties listed for sale, and 6 properties listed for rent in Machans beach on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 24 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Machans beach.

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