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Mysterton, Townsville, 4812

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Looking to buy or sell in Townsville?

Real Estate Agents in Kelso

Spread along the Ross River about twenty kilometres south-west of the city, Kelso is one of Townsville’s largest suburbs and a long-standing family market.

Selling a Home in Kelso

What Draws Buyers to Kelso

Kelso only started selling residential blocks in 1966, and it has since grown to more than 10,500 residents across 17 square kilometres, which makes it one of the largest suburbs in Townsville by both people and land. Space is the whole pitch.

Buyers are largely first-home owners, growing families and investors after yield, drawn by bigger blocks and entry prices the inner suburbs cannot match. Stock runs from 1970s originals to newer estate builds.

When listing, lead with block size and side access, whether the property backs onto the Ross River or a reserve, how new the build is, and the run along Riverway Drive to schools, shops and the sporting precinct.

Not sure what your Kelso home would bring right now? A local appraisal is a quick first step and gives you numbers you can plan around.

 

Home in Kelso, Townsville

Kelso Suburb Snapshot

How Kelso Sits in Townsville

Kelso sits roughly twenty kilometres south-west of the Townsville CBD, a 17.2 square kilometre suburb in the old Thuringowa area, bounded by the Ross River and neighbouring Rasmussen, Gumlow and Pinnacles.

The suburb takes its name from Mary and James Kelso, Scottish settlers who ran a 40,000 hectare cattle property called Laudham Park here from 1878. The council resumed much of it in 1970, and most of that country now sits under the Ross River Dam.

It draws buyers who want a house and a yard at a price that still works, and who are comfortable trading proximity to the city for room to move and a quieter street.

Kelso State School sits inside the suburb and Thuringowa State High is a short run away in Condon, which is why the real estate agents Townsville families rely on see so much first-home activity here.

Nearby suburbs: Rasmussen, Condon, Kirwan

If you are weighing up a move, see what is currently for sale across Townsville, or talk to the team about a sales appraisal.

1574 Riverway Drive, Kelso, QLD 4815
Quick Facts About Kelso

Things to know about Kelso, when thinking of buying or selling

A quick read on what gives Kelso its roomy, river-edged family character.

On the Ross River

Homes along the river edge back onto the Ross River and the reserves that follow it.

Big and Growing

More than 10,500 people live across 17 square kilometres, one of the city's largest suburbs.

Kelso State School

The suburb's primary school runs Prep to Year 6 and takes around 550 students.

A Cattle Run Once

The Kelso family ran a 40,000 hectare cattle run here from 1878, now largely under the dam.

Recently Sold Properties in Kelso

Here are recent sales achieved by the Bright Property Townsville team in Kelso.

25 Janelle Street, Kelso QLD 4815

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1574 Riverway Drive, Kelso QLD 4815

Sold $338,000
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10 Sandon Place, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $649,000
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327 Kelso Drive, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $1,380,000
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7 Eileen Court, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $625,000
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33 Gower Street, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $587,000
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56 Peter Street, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $900,000
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26 Yvette Street, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $570,000
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7 Colby Court, Kelso QLD 4815

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Sold $535,000
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Shine Thomas
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Seamless Sale with Outstanding Results. Sean and his team delivered an incredible result selling our home. From guiding the cosmetic renovation to organising styling and managing everything through to settlement, the whole process was seamless. His advice on presentation and strategy really paid off, and his communication was clear and consistent throughout. It was a stress-free experience knowing everything was handled professionally. Highly recommend Sean if you want a smooth sale with strong results.
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Andrew Burey
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Rob and the team did a great job selling my property, after having a real negative experience with another real estate, Rob and the team did an awesome job of getting the the property sold for top dollar and quick turnaround.
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Joan Brewer
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Thank you Bright Property . It was a good experience to work with them . I have discovered some very caring people Brandon Pearceyou were a stand out. I had a smooth settlement in 4days . I couldn’t believe hoit.Brandon has a good future ahead of him in Real Estate.I was very pleased to see all the staff working seamlessly.Helped each other out and always very pleasant. I hope I will not need them again (as I am early 80 years) Thank you for a good journey .Joan Brewer
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Michael Bell (Mequel)
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Energetic professional. Simone knows what she is doing at every step. . Right from the start Simone took control and after a previous negative experience with another agent demonstrated actual know how and relationship building. No cut and paste, she researched, did not guess, was confident and from the first proposal I could see the positives about to transpire. House was not an easy sale, and her recommendations for styling made the difference. Every other agent just wanted to churn. Watching how Simone interacted with buyers, the way she was able to problem solve and make sure I was kept informed whilst seeking collaboration was the difference. I am very grateful to have found Simone and the result we got was amazing. All the way to final walk through she is genuinely excited for me but also for the buyer. That's genuine rare relationship building that means today's relationships grow into future relationships.. Very good at her job. Thanks Simone.
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Debbie Watt
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In our experience with Sean, we highly recommend him to anyone wishing to sell property. . In recommending Sean and the team, we are very happy with the communication we made around our sale and Sean being able to accommodate our requests at the time - such as no for sale sign in the yard. Sean gave us reliable information and shared knowledge and details that made us feel comfortable in our negotiations, in selling our property. Sean communicated well during the sale period, including being away on emergent family leave, which he did not have to do. We felt that was a warm, personal connection. Again, we would recommend Sean to sell your property.
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Francoise Gouges
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Brandon was simply professional and knowledgeable, yet very approachable. I cannot recommend him and his team at Bright property enough
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Darren Pierce
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Catherine will go above and beyond to get you the best outcome As a recent buyer and now seller I have had many dealings with Catherine on both sides of the property market. Catherine is a person who will go above and beyond and she is always on your side getting the best outcomes for you whilst navigating anything that can arise. I can highly recommend Catherine as an agent and someone you can trust to work hard to get you the best outcome. Thanks Catherine
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Amanda Mitchell
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Jude is amazing to deal with. Friendly amd gets the job done also answered any questions I was unsure about. All my emails and messages were answered in a short time frame which made it easy for me to make my next move. So far with all my renting experience I do find bright property to be one of the better realtor’s to deal with.
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Julian R
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Highly recommended. Bright Property is great to work with. A special thank you to Jude Turner for going above and beyond throughout the whole process. As a landlord, we’re extremely appreciative of how hands-on Jude has been in preparing the property to be tenanted. Her support, positivity, and proactive approach made everything much easier, as we don’t live in Townsville. She has also been incredibly reliable and always available. We’re very grateful for the support and service provided.
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Maria Ignacia Ignacia
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I’ve had a wonderful experience with Bright Property. The team has been incredibly supportive, professional, and genuinely helpful throughout my tenancy. Any questions or concerns were handled promptly and with care, making the entire experience smooth and stress-free. A very special thank you to Judy Turner, who is an outstanding property manager. She is always approachable, willing to assist, and truly does her absolute best to support tenants. Her professionalism, understanding, and dedication really stand out. It makes a huge difference having someone so reliable and committed managing your property. Highly recommend Bright Property and especially Judy for their excellent service and tenant support.