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Real Estate Agents in Railway Estate

Three and a half kilometres south of the CBD between the Ross River and the sea, Railway Estate is one of Townsville’s original character suburbs.

Selling a Home in Railway Estate

Why Buyers Choose Railway Estate

Railway Estate began life as land held by the Queensland Railways Department, and it still reads that way, a compact grid of about 2,900 residents across four square kilometres of timber homes, corner blocks and river frontage.

Buyers are first-home owners, renovators and investors after a character house close to town, drawn by high-set Queenslanders, workers cottages and the short run to the CBD, the Strand and Townsville State High.

When listing, lead with the original timber and VJ walls, whether the house is high-set with room underneath, off-street parking, and how close the property sits to the marina and the parks along the river.

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

 

Home in Railway Estate, Townsville

Railway Estate Snapshot

Railway Estate in Townsville

Railway Estate sits about three and a half kilometres south of the Townsville CBD across four square kilometres, bounded by the Ross River and neighbouring South Townsville, Stuart, West End and Oonoonba.

The suburb takes its name from its origins. All of the land was originally held by the Queensland Railways Department and released for housing from there, which is why the street grid is so regular and the blocks so consistent.

It draws buyers who want a character house within walking distance of the city, and who see original timber, high ceilings and a set of front stairs as the point rather than a project.

Railway Estate State School has run since 1916 and Townsville State High School moved into Boundary Street in the 1960s, which is why the real estate agents Townsville families trust see steady demand here.

Nearby suburbs: Oonoonba, Hermit Park, Townsville CBD

Whether you are buying or selling, browse what is on the market, or arrange a no-obligation appraisal with the Bright Property team.

Home in Railway Estate, Townsville
Quick Facts About Railway Estate

Things to know about Railway Estate, when buying or selling

A quick read on what gives Railway Estate its close-in, character-home feel.

Walk to Town

Three and a half kilometres to the CBD, with the Strand and the port close by too.

Small and Tightly Held

Around 2,900 residents live across four square kilometres between the river and the sea.

Both Schools Local

Railway Estate State School opened in 1916 and Townsville State High moved here in 1964.

Once Railway Land

Every block here started out owned by the Queensland Railways Department, hence the name.

Recently Sold in Railway Estate

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

9A Anderson Street, Railway Estate QLD 4810

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Sold $775,000
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112 Boundary Street, Railway Estate QLD 4810

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Sold $670,000
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1/20-22 Cameron Street, Railway Estate QLD 4810

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Sold $481,500
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78 First Avenue, Railway Estate QLD 4810

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Sold $595,000
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40 Seventh Street, Railway Estate QLD 4810

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Sold $715,000
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Testimonials

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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.