23 Cay Street, Saunders Beach, QLD 4818 | Property Value & History | OnTheHouse
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23 Cay Street
Saunders Beach QLD 4818

Bedrooms: 10
Bathrooms: 9
Car spaces: 9
Floor area: 500m2
Land area: 1609m2
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Property Details for 23 Cay St, Saunders Beach

23 Cay St, Saunders Beach is a 10 bedroom, 9 bathroom Unit with 9 parking spaces and was built in 1985. The property has a land size of 1609m2 and floor size of 500m2.This Property is currently listed for sale with Harcourts Kingsberry Townsville

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1985
Floor Size
500m2
Land Size
1609m2
Local Government
Townsville City
Lot/Plan
33/RP747192

Last Listing description (December 2025)

An exciting offer..... an absolute beachfront unit complex in the Northern Beaches of Townsville, this is a rare opportunity to secure a high-performing coastal investment while embracing an enviable seaside lifestyle.
Positioned directly on the beachfront at Saunders Beach, the Saunders Beach Holiday Units are a tightly held complex combining consistent rental returns, flexible management options, and long-term growth potential in one of North Queensland's most desirable coastal destinations.
Whether you choose to live on site, appoint a resident manager, or continue with the existing tenancies, the flexibility of the 9th apartment allows you to tailor the opportunity to suit your lifestyle or investment strategy.

Guests and tenants are drawn to the absolute beachfront access, resort-style pool, and lush tropical surrounds, ensuring strong and ongoing demand. With all units currently leased, the property delivers reliable income from day one, with future upside as coastal demand continues to grow.
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Property Highlights
Absolute beachfront holding on a 1,609m allotment
Approx. 36.1 metres of direct beach frontage
A harmonious blend of ocean views and tropical garden outlooks
Individually metered electricity across all 9 units for ease of management
Solid block construction
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Accommodation
8 Fully Equipped Self-Contained Units (All Leased)
5 studio units /
3 units with bedroom separated
Stoves, fridge/freezers & TVs
Queen beds, singles & sofa beds
Built-in wardrobes
Dining areas & private bathrooms
Fully air-conditioned
Private Upstairs Manager's / Owner's Apartment
Expansive wraparound balcony with sweeping beach, ocean & island views
3 generous bedrooms or 2 plus reception office with a mix of built-ins, air conditioning & ceiling fans
Spacious kitchen with ample bench and storage space
Open-plan lounge and dining capturing ocean and island vistas
Well-appointed bathroom
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Outdoor & Shared Facilities
Landscaped tropical gardens with BBQ & alfresco dining areas
6m x 12m resort-style swimming pool overlooking the ocean and palm gardens
10 on-site car spaces (8 for residents + 2 for the manager's apartment)
Shared laundry facilities
Storage shed
Direct beachfront access step from lawn to sand
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Location Saunders Beach
Just 20 minutes north of Townsville's CBD, Saunders Beach is an exclusive seaside village celebrated for its relaxed coastal atmosphere, strong community feel, and unspoilt beachfront setting.
Here, life is defined by sand between your toes, the constant rhythm of the sea, and a lifestyle that many dream of-but few secure.
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Why This Opportunity Stands Apart
Absolute beachfront unit complexes are exceptionally rare
Immediate income with long-term growth potential
Flexible ownership and management options
An irreplaceable landholding where the beach is your garden
Whether you're seeking a high-quality investment, a lifestyle change, or a beachfront development hold, this exceptional property delivers on every level.
Priced well for an established beachfront asset with immediate returns, we would be delighted to assist you in exploring this unique coastal opportunity.
Ocean to Acres where lifestyle meets smart investment.

Disclaimer: While all care has been taken to ensure the information provided herein is correct, we do not take responsibility for any inaccuracies and we accept no liability for any errors or exclusions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and building age). Accordingly, all interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.

Property History for 23 Cay St, Saunders Beach, QLD 4818

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$1,050,000
03 May 2022
Listed for Rent
$280/w
11 Sep 2023
  • 23 Sep 2025
    Listed for Sale Offers Over $2,000,000
  • 03 May 2022
    Sold for $1,050,000
  • 21 Apr 2022
    Listed for Sale Offers over 1 Million Dollars
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About Saunders Beach 4818

The size of Saunders Beach is approximately 2.8 square kilometres. The population of Saunders Beach in 2016 was 409 people. By 2021 the population was 385 showing a population decline of 5.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Saunders Beach is 60-69 years. Households in Saunders Beach are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Saunders Beach work in a community and personal service occupation.In 2021, 71.70% of the homes in Saunders Beach were owner-occupied compared with 67.10% in 2016.

Saunders Beach has 235 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Saunders Beach have seen a 112.81% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 89.32% increase. As at 30 November 2025:

  • The median value for Houses in Saunders Beach is $577,054 while the median value for Units is $579,963.
  • Houses have a median rent of $365.
There are currently 2 properties listed for sale, and 1 property listed for rent in Saunders beach on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 20 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Saunders beach.

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