When long-term clients Michael and Lianne (names changed) reached out to me again, they weren’t just looking for another investment—they were planning for their family’s future.
Their son had recently been accepted into the University of Queensland and would be moving from their home in Regional Queensland to Brisbane to begin his studies.
Naturally, they wanted to provide him with a safe and convenient place to live, but they also saw this as an opportunity to acquire a high-performing asset that would continue to generate income long after their son graduated.
From the start, the brief was clear: find a property close to the University of Queensland, ideally within biking or scooter distance, that would serve dual purposes—as a student home now and an income-generating investment later.
But they didn’t just want any home near a university; they wanted a strategic investment that would deliver strong long-term capital growth and attractive rental yields.
As we searched the market, one particular property stood out: a rare, purpose-built four-bedroom townhouse in a well-connected inner-Brisbane suburb.
What made this opportunity unique was that each of the four bedrooms had its own ensuite bathroom—a rare and highly desirable feature for shared accommodation. This configuration made the property ideal for room-by-room rental, significantly boosting its rental potential compared to a traditional single-tenancy lease.
Despite its standout features, the property had been marketed without much attention to its true value. The selling agent hadn’t positioned it as a high-yield investment, and as a result, it was flying under the radar of savvy investors. This worked in our favour.
We secured the property for $1.18 million, even though similar properties with the same rental configuration were selling for $1.25 million to $1.3 million.
With each room rented individually, the property achieved a gross yield of over 8%, making it cash flow positive from day one—even with a 20% deposit.
Better still, it’s located in a high-growth pocket of Brisbane, benefiting from significant infrastructure investment, rising demand for housing, and the broader economic uplift expected in the lead-up to the 2032 Olympic Games.
Long-term capital growth is conservatively forecast at 10% per annum.
For Michael and Lianne, this wasn’t just an investment—it was a win on multiple fronts.
Their son now lives in a secure, comfortable home close to university. The other rooms are rented out to other students, covering the mortgage and generating surplus cash flow. And in a few years, when their son moves out, they’ll retain a high-demand asset that continues to work for them financially.
This case is a perfect example of how smart investing can serve today’s needs while building tomorrow’s wealth.
It’s about more than bricks and mortar—it’s about using property as a vehicle for stability, opportunity, and legacy.
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