Sell Your House in DAKABIN — Updated Market Insight

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 Thinking of selling in Dakabin?

 If you are considering selling your house or townhouse in Dakabin, the first step is understanding what buyers are currently paying for properties similar to yours—not simply relying on a suburb-wide automated estimate.

Dakabin contains a varied mix of property, including established homes on larger blocks, modern family residences, duplexes and townhouse communities around Alma Road, Whitehorse Road and Nigella Street. Land size, accommodation, presentation, improvements, lease status and current competition can all materially affect the final selling price.

Nigel Lucas of Blue Moon Property provides Dakabin property owners with a free, no-obligation market appraisal based on recent comparable sales, current buyer demand and the individual features of their property.

Dakabin recorded substantial price growth over the 12 months from August 2025 to July 2026.

The suburb continues to attract families, first-home buyers and owner-occupiers seeking convenient access to Dakabin railway station, local schools, North Lakes, the Bruce Highway and the wider Moreton Bay region.

Current Dakabin house-market statistics include:

• Median house price: $975,000
• Annual price growth: 17.1%
• Houses sold over the past 12 months: 75
• Median days on market: 27 days
• Median weekly rent: $680
• Indicative gross rental yield: 3.9%

While the overall house median remains just below $1 million, a significant number of larger and better-positioned Dakabin homes are now selling above that level.

Our review of recorded Dakabin sales between February and July 2026 identified 13 conventional residential house sales above $1 million, excluding duplicate entries and the acreage transaction at 5 Thompson Road.

Recent examples include:

• 22 Antelope Street – $1,450,000
• 4 Schillachi Court – $1,225,000
• 9 Marasco Court – $1,200,000
• 1/7 Kestrel Street – $1,185,000
• 5 Surround Street – $1,180,010
• 29 Surround Street – $1,175,000
• 24 Meerkat Crescent – $1,150,000
• 6 Alpaca Street – $1,150,000
• 1/13 Lorikeet Parade – $1,140,000
• 3 Karaman Court – $1,100,000
• 14 Meerkat Crescent – $1,075,000
• 25 Abernant Court – $1,070,000
• 8 Corella Street – $1,050,000

The larger acreage property at 5 Thompson Road sold for $1,800,000, but it should not be treated as directly comparable with a conventional suburban home.

These results demonstrate the range within the Dakabin market. Values can vary substantially according to land size, age, accommodation, condition and position.

Current suburb data indicates the following median prices:

• Three-bedroom houses: $868,250
• Four-bedroom houses: $975,000
• Five-bedroom houses: approximately $1.09 million

Four-bedroom houses remain the largest component of the Dakabin market, with 42 four-bedroom sales recorded over the past 12 months.

These figures provide a useful starting point but should not be treated as a valuation of an individual home. Two properties with the same number of bedrooms can achieve very different results because of their land, internal size, renovations, parking, outdoor areas, pool and location.

The Dakabin unit and townhouse sector has been one of the suburb’s strongest performers.

Current statistics include:

• Median unit price: $790,000
• Annual price growth: 29.9%
• Units sold over the past 12 months: 59
• Median days on market: 24 days
• Three-bedroom unit median: $730,000
• Median weekly rent: $530
• Indicative gross rental yield: 4.0%

Three-bedroom townhouses remain attractive to first-home buyers, downsizers and owner-occupiers looking for low-maintenance accommodation close to transport and major amenities.

Recent three-bedroom townhouse sales recorded in the uploaded data include:

• 114/120 Alma Road – $790,000
• 13/16 Nigella Street – $790,000
• 95/108 Alma Road – $771,000
• 29/16 Nigella Street – $770,000
• 22/8 Whitehorse Road – $767,000
• 83/108 Alma Road – $757,000
• 82/120 Alma Road – $752,000
• 38/120 Alma Road – $740,000
• 48/8 Whitehorse Road – $730,000
• 5/108 Alma Road – $690,000

Values vary between complexes according to floor area, accommodation, number of car spaces, body corporate costs, visitor parking, condition and position within the development.

The published 12-month statistics remain strong, but the shorter-term sales data suggests that buyers have recently become more selective.

In the uploaded sales data:

• The pre-Budget median for disclosed house sales was approximately $1,075,000
• The early post-Budget median was approximately $960,000
• Median selling time increased from approximately 9 days to 38 days

However, the post-Budget sample contains only seven disclosed house sales and recent transactions may not yet have been reported. These figures should therefore be treated as an early indication rather than evidence of a definitive fall in values.

For three-bedroom townhouses, the pre-Budget median was approximately $767,000. Only one comparable post-Budget transaction was recorded—38/120 Alma Road at $740,000—so there is not yet enough evidence to establish a reliable value trend.

The stronger conclusion is that accurate initial pricing, good presentation and concentrated early marketing have become increasingly important.

Current published median selling periods are approximately:

• Houses: 27 days
• Units and townhouses: 24 days
• Three-bedroom houses: 43 days
• Four-bedroom houses: 24 days
• Three-bedroom units: 23 days

Days-on-market statistics generally relate only to properties that eventually sold. They do not fully capture properties that remain unsold, are withdrawn or are relisted with another agent.

A correctly priced and well-presented Dakabin property may sell substantially faster than the suburb median. Conversely, launching above buyer expectations can reduce enquiry during the important opening weeks and lead to a longer campaign.

Dakabin has experienced substantial long-term growth, but the best time to sell depends on the owner’s circumstances and the individual property.

Selling may be worth considering if you:

• Want to take advantage of recent capital growth
• Are planning to relocate or downsize
• Own an investment property with a lease approaching expiry
• Need more space for a growing family
• Want to understand your equity before purchasing elsewhere
• Have previously considered selling but were uncertain about value
• Own a townhouse and want to assess changing buyer demand

The strongest results generally come from matching the campaign to the property and likely buyer group. This includes deciding whether to sell vacant or tenanted, completing worthwhile presentation work and selecting a pricing strategy designed to create competition.

Online estimates can provide a broad indication, but they cannot properly assess renovations, condition, outlook, privacy, landscaping, floor plan or other features that influence buyers.

A detailed Dakabin property appraisal should consider:

• Recent comparable sales
• Current competing listings
• Properties that have failed to sell
• Land and internal floor area
• Bedroom, bathroom and parking configuration
• Age and condition of the property
• Renovations and overall presentation
• Pool, solar and outdoor improvements
• Rental return and lease status
• Body corporate costs for townhouses
• Buyer demand within the property’s price range
• The property’s particular street, precinct or complex

Following an inspection, Nigel can provide a realistic price range and explain the most suitable method of sale without placing you under any obligation to proceed.

Whether to sell with a tenant in place depends on the lease, current rent and likely buyer market.

A secure lease at an appropriate rent may appeal to investors. However, vacant possession can attract a broader market that includes first-home buyers, families and other owner-occupiers.

This is particularly relevant for Dakabin townhouses, where owner-occupiers form an important part of the buyer market. A lengthy lease or below-market rent can sometimes restrict competition and affect the final result.

The lease and likely buyer profile should be reviewed before the property is launched.

Blue Moon Property provides a personal, hands-on alternative to the high-volume agency model.

Nigel limits the number of active listings he manages so that each property receives proper attention. He personally handles the appraisal, campaign preparation, buyer enquiries, inspections, feedback and negotiations.

The objective is not simply to place a property online. It is to present it correctly, reach the right buyers and create the conditions for competition.

• Professional property photography
• Floor plan
• Drone photography where appropriate
• Digital furniture where beneficial
• Signboard
• Premium online advertising
• Social media promotion
• Direct communication with active buyers
• Regular seller feedback and campaign reviews

✔ Detailed Dakabin knowledge – Experience across family homes, investment properties and townhouse communities

✔ Personal service – Nigel personally handles enquiries, inspections, feedback and negotiations

✔ Competitive fees – Straightforward pricing without inflated commissions

✔ Low marketing costs – Options are available to pay approved marketing expenses on settlement or withdrawal

✔ Boutique approach – A limited number of active listings allows every property to receive proper attention

✔ No-obligation appraisals – Friendly, professional advice without pressure

✔ Seniors discounts available – Reduced commissions for eligible clients

✔ Outstanding reviews – Read what other property owners say about working with Nigel

📱 Nigel Lucas – Blue Moon Property
📧 nigel@bluemoonproperty.com.au
📞 0413 351 603