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5/42 Brook Street
South Brisbane QLD 4101

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 65m2
Land area: 65m2
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Property Details for 5/42 Brook St, South Brisbane

5/42 Brook St, South Brisbane is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1975. The property has a land size of 65m2 and floor size of 65m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in June 1999.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1975
Floor Size
65m2
Land Size
65m2
Local Government
Brisbane
Lot/Plan
5/BUP13

Last Listing description (January 2025)

Scene:

The camera slowly zooms in on a small, modest apartment building nestled on a quiet street. A faint hum of city life echoes from the background as we see an elderly man with a gentle smileBrooksstanding at the entrance, his hand resting on the doorframe. His eyes twinkle with a sense of nostalgia and hope.

Narrator (Brooks voice): See, Ive been around a long time. Spent my life in places that felt too small, too far from everything I ever dreamed of. But now, Im tellin ya, this place this place on Brook Stthis is the one youve been waitin' for. You just might not know it yet.

Cut to the interior of the apartment:

The camera pans across the fresh new tiles in the two spacious bedrooms, sunlight streaming through the open windows, casting a warm, welcoming glow. Brooks slowly walks through the open-plan living area, his hands brushing against the contemporary kitchen countertops as if hes rediscovering what it means to feel at home.

Narrator (Brooks voice): This ain't no ordinary spot. Ive seen enough of the world to know a good thing when I see it. Brook St, folks thats the place. These new tiles? Theyll take you right back to a time when life was simpler. When things were fresh and the world seemed a little kinder.

The camera cuts to the bathroom, where a splash of tiling adds a touch of charm. Brooks leans in slightly to examine the modern fixtures, nodding appreciatively.

Narrator (Brooks voice): Good design. Its all in the details. Built-in robes for the rooms, a well-made bathroom where you dont have to worry about a thing. Everything you need to make life just a little easier. Hell, its the kind of place you could grow old in, a place thatll last long after you're gone.

Cut to the front door, where Brooks stands, looking out onto the bustling street.

Narrator (Brooks voice): Now, Ive spent my years walking these streets. And you know what? South Bank? It's right there. Take a walk. Cross the river, and youll find yourself at the University of Queensland, just like that. Or, if the city calls your name, a bus rides all it takes to be right where the action is. Convenience? It dont get better than this.

Cut to a shot of Brooks looking back over his shoulder at the unit, a soft smile on his face.

Narrator (Brooks voice): Take it from melifes too short to settle for anything less. Inspect now and see what I mean. Because if you're lookin' for the best, this is the unit on Brook Stthe one thatll make you feel right at home.

Property History for 5/42 Brook St, South Brisbane, QLD 4101

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$92,000
24 Jun 1999
Listed for Rent
$350/w
12 Feb 2020
  • 23 Dec 2024
    Listed for Rent $560 / week
  • 28 Dec 2023
    Listed for Rent $550 / week
  • 16 Dec 2021
    Listed for Rent $390 / week
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About South Brisbane 4101

The size of South Brisbane is approximately 2.3 square kilometres. There are 14 parks, covering nearly 12.6% of the total area. The population of South Brisbane in 2016 was 7196 people. By 2021 the population was 14292 showing a population growth of 98.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in South Brisbane is 20-29 years. Households in South Brisbane are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1800 - $2399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in South Brisbane work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 27.40% of the homes in South Brisbane were owner-occupied compared with 29.60% in 2016.

South Brisbane has 10,554 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in South Brisbane have seen a 41.04% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 86.51% increase. As at 30 June 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in South Brisbane is $1,832,595 while the median value for Units is $975,977.
  • Houses have a median rent of $795 while Units have a median rent of $800.
There are currently 44 properties listed for sale, and 28 properties listed for rent in South brisbane on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 472 properties were sold in the past 12 months in South brisbane.

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