6/51 Sims Esplanade, Yorkeys Knob, QLD 4878 | Property Value & History | OnTheHouse
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6/51 Sims Esplanade
Yorkeys Knob QLD 4878

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Car spaces: 1
Floor area: 103m2
Land area: 186m2
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Property Details for 6/51 Sims Esp, Yorkeys Knob

6/51 Sims Esp, Yorkeys Knob is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Unit with 1 parking spaces and was built in 1999. The property has a land size of 186m2 and floor size of 103m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in September 2003.

Building Type
Unit
Year Built
1999
Floor Size
103m2
Land Size
186m2
Local Government
Cairns Regional
Lot/Plan
6/SP107798

Last Listing description (June 2026)

One of only eight RARE Rooftop Penthouses along the entire Esplanade and one of only a few that has a good view of the beachfront and ocean. Architect designed building with eye catching curves on the front of the building and also in the internal design of the open plan living and lounge area, internal rooftop stairwell. This two level two bedroom two bathroom unit is approx 210m2 including the rooftop and separate lockup garage

The main living area offers ocean views through floor to ceiling full height glass windows. Sliding doors lead to the balcony with gentle breezes that flow through the unit. This north eastern facing penthouse apartment is situated on the northern, leeward side in a small complex of six. The unit offers a high level of privacy, generous sized rooms and large open plan living and dining area. Sit back and relax, on the rooftop or main level balcony, with views towards the ocean and hillsides of Cairns. Also includes a storeroom for a BBQ, lounge or a bar fridge.

Designed by Dennis Mullins Architects, marble ensuite with round bath encompassed in glass to enjoy the views to the beach and the ocean. The kitchen features Ceran glass hotplates, two-pack cupboards and granite benchtops, Miele dishwasher. Internal laundry. Single lockup garage, Pool in complex. All rooms air-conditioned.

Recently renovated :
* Split airconditioning systems throughout
* Carpets in the bedrooms
* Plantation shutters in the second bedroom and kitchen area
* Full height privacy curtains in the lounge area
* Blockout curtains in the main and second bedroom

A few quick steps to the beachfront or shops, restaurants, Golf Course and Marina at Yorkeys Knob and only 15 minutes to Cairns.

One of the ultimate places to live at Yorkeys Knob !

Total Annual fees (approx refer to Disclosure Statement) as follows :
Body Corp Total Fees approx 8,280
Body Corporate Fees Admin 2,840
Body Corporate Fees Sinking Fund 3,340
Insurance Fund 2,100

Council Total Fees approx 4,150
Council Rates 3,840
Council Water Rates 310

Currently rented on a periodical tenancy with rent renewal at $800pw

Price : $750,000
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Property History for 6/51 Sims Esp, Yorkeys Knob, QLD 4878

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$335,000
15 Sep 2003
Listed for Rent
$525/w
27 Dec 2021
  • 21 Apr 2026
    Listed for Sale Late seven hundreds
  • 27 Dec 2021
    Listed for Rent $525 / week
  • 26 Aug 2019
    Listed for Rent - Price not available
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About Yorkeys Knob 4878

The size of Yorkeys Knob is approximately 11.3 square kilometres. There are 8 parks, covering nearly 3.5% of the total area. The population of Yorkeys Knob in 2016 was 2759 people. By 2021 the population was 2794 showing a population growth of 1.3% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Yorkeys Knob is 60-69 years. Households in Yorkeys Knob are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Yorkeys Knob work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 51.20% of the homes in Yorkeys Knob were owner-occupied compared with 41.80% in 2016.

Yorkeys Knob has 1,877 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Yorkeys Knob have seen a 72.09% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 128.33% increase. As at 30 June 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Yorkeys Knob is $745,254 while the median value for Units is $536,815.
  • Houses have a median rent of $645 while Units have a median rent of $530.
There are currently 27 properties listed for sale, and 9 properties listed for rent in Yorkeys knob on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 111 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Yorkeys knob.

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