SUBURB GUIDE
Mount Sheridan
The established southern-corridor suburb with the best variety of family homes, strong rental demand, and retail all in one place.
Median house price
12-mo growth
Median days on market
Median rent (house)
Gross yield (house)
Houses sold (12 mo)
Source: realestate.com.au suburb profile, 12 months to May 2026. Figures are suburb-wide; your specific property may differ.
Mount Sheridan is the largest and most established suburb in the southern Cairns corridor, with a self-contained shopping centre, well-regarded schools, and a diverse mix of family homes that attracts both buyers and renters. The median house sale price is $732,500, up 12.7% over the past 12 months (realestate.com.au, to May 2026).
The Mount Sheridan profile
Mount Sheridan is the southern corridor's established centre. It has been the go-to family suburb south of the city for over 20 years, developing its own shopping precinct, medical services, and school infrastructure along the way. That self-sufficiency is a key part of the appeal, residents do not need to drive into central Cairns for most needs.
Homes and price ranges
Three-bedroom homes sit around $687,000 and four-bedroom properties around $772,000 (realestate.com.au, to May 2026). The suburb offers substantial volume: 191 houses sold in the past year puts it among the most active markets in the Cairns region, and that depth of transactions means pricing is well-supported by comparable data. Most of the stock is post-1990s brick and tiled construction.
Schools and amenities
Mount Sheridan's school options, including respected primary and secondary choices, are a key driver of family demand. The Mount Sheridan Plaza shopping centre covers day-to-day retail. The suburb is on the Bruce Highway corridor, making commutes south to Innisfail or north to the CBD both manageable.
The Mount Sheridan market
At 191 houses transacted and 34 median days on market (realestate.com.au, to May 2026), this is a highly liquid market. The 4.8% gross yield and $665/wk median rent reflect steady rental demand from families working across the southern employment corridor. With 219 houses leased in the past 12 months, turnover is active. Verify current data before pricing decisions.
What buyers love
191 houses sold in 12 months, largest transaction volume in the southern corridor
Self-contained suburb with its own shopping centre, schools, and medical
4.8% gross yield and strong rental demand with 219 leased in 12 months
Well-served by schools including respected secondary options
Good value relative to inner Cairns at $733k median
Things to consider
Older estates can feel dated compared to newer southern corridor suburbs
About 15 to 20 minutes to Cairns CBD, car dependent
Frequently asked questions
What is the median house price in Mount Sheridan?
The median house sale price in Mount Sheridan is $732,500 as at May 2026, up 12.7% over the prior 12 months (realestate.com.au). With 191 houses sold in the year, comparables are strong. Get a local appraisal for a property-specific figure.
Is Mount Sheridan a good suburb for families?
It is one of the most family-oriented suburbs in the southern Cairns corridor. Respected schools, a local shopping centre, sporting grounds, and a range of four-bedroom family homes on serviceable blocks are the main drawcards. The median days on market of 34 reflects buyer competition from families actively looking in this area.
How does Mount Sheridan compare to Bentley Park?
Both are strong southern-corridor family suburbs. Mount Sheridan is more established, has its own retail hub, and has the higher transaction volume. Bentley Park is slightly newer in feel, with a lower entry price at $720k median. Many buyers compare them directly before choosing; the decision often comes down to school preference and specific street-level appeal.
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