17 Cowen Street, Margate, QLD 4019 sold on 02 June 2025 | OnTheHouse
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Sold on 02 Jun 2025 for $930,000

17 Cowen Street
Margate QLD 4019

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 2
Land area: 405m2
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Property Details for 17 Cowen St, Margate

17 Cowen St, Margate is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom DuplexSemi-detached with 2 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 405m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 2025. There are other 4 bedroom DuplexSemi-detached sold in Margate in the last 12 months.

Building Type
DuplexSemi-detached
Land Size
405m2

Last Listing description (June 2025)

Perfectly positioned on a level 405m² block just a short stroll from Margate's shimmering shoreline, 17A and 17B Cowen Street presents a rare dual-income opportunity on Brisbane's ever-popular Redcliffe Peninsula.

This original-style duplex combines immediate rental returns with long-term development potential in one of South East Queensland's fastest-appreciating coastal markets.

Currently returning $1,000 per week ($500 per unit), this fully tenanted asset is ideal for investors looking to step into a high-performing market with reliable cash flow from day one. Whether you choose to hold, renovate, or redevelop (STCA), this is an opportunity underpinned by location, lifestyle, and consistent demand.

Each unit offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, covered parking, and private courtyards, all set within a quiet street just 260 metres from the Margate waterfront. From a morning swim to an afternoon stroll along the Esplanade, the lifestyle appeal is undeniable.

Located within the Next Generation Neighbourhood precinct, this site offers significant flexibility for future development. The zoning supports a wide range of residential options- subject to council approval; such as traditional homes, terrace housing, townhouses, multiplexes, and low to medium-rise apartments - all with a building height generally up to 12 metres. This zoning future-proofs the asset for a variety of innovative housing or income-producing configurations depending on your investment property goals.

Features:
- Dual tenanted duplex returning $1,000 per week
- Each unit consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and single car parking
- Land area: 405m²
- Side access and ample off-street parking
- Walking distance to Margate Beach (260m)
- Flexible options: retain, renovate, or redevelop (STCA)
- Located in a high-growth coastal market
- Next Generation Neighbourhood zoning

The Redcliffe Peninsula continues to shine as one of Queensland's top-performing coastal regions. Over the past 12 months alone, unit prices in Margate have appreciated 15.4%, reflecting increasing demand from both investors and owner-occupiers seeking the ideal blend of lifestyle and return. As infrastructure, amenity and lifestyle offerings continue to grow, properties like this offer a strategic foothold in a tightly held market with exceptional future upside.

Enjoy unbeatable access to lifestyle, retail and essential services. The pristine shoreline is just a 260-metre stroll away, while Margate Shopping Centre and a vibrant selection of local cafés are only three minutes from your door. Redcliffe Hospital is a short four-minute drive, with the Redcliffe CBD, Settlement Cove Lagoon, and Kayo Stadium all within a five to seven-minute radius. Brisbane Airport is just 35 minutes away, and the Brisbane CBD can be reached in under 45 minutes - making this an accessible and highly desirable coastal hub for both residents and tenants.

With strong returns, capital growth, and lifestyle appeal all wrapped into one exceptional opportunity, 17A and 17B Cowen Street is the kind of investment that rarely comes to market.

Secure your slice of the peninsula today, get in touch with The Bens today.

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Property History for 17 Cowen St, Margate, QLD 4019

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$930,000
02 Jun 2025
  • 31 May 2025
    Sold for $930,000
  • 24 May 2025
    Listed for Sale For Sale
  • 29 Jan 2025
    Listed for Rent $500 / week
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About Margate 4019

The size of Margate is approximately 2.6 square kilometres. It has 12 parks covering nearly 6.8% of total area. The population of Margate in 2016 was 7405 people. By 2021 the population was 7575 showing a population growth of 2.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Margate is 50-59 years. Households in Margate are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Margate work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 56.70% of the homes in Margate were owner-occupied compared with 53.20% in 2016.

Margate has 4,168 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Margate have seen a 110.13% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 83.05% increase. As at 30 April 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Margate is $1,129,190 while the median value for Units is $866,050.
  • Houses have a median rent of $625 while Units have a median rent of $520.
There are currently 22 properties listed for sale, and 15 properties listed for rent in Margate on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 194 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Margate.

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