SUBURB GUIDE
Westcourt
A compact, central suburb just south-west of the CBD, with fast-selling houses and Mulgrave Road shopping along its edge.
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Source: realestate.com.au suburb profile, 12 months to May 2026. Figures are suburb-wide; your specific property may differ.
Westcourt is a small, central suburb a short distance south-west of the Cairns CBD, bordered by the Mulgrave Road commercial strip and within easy reach of Cairns Central. It is a practical, affordable pocket that suits first-home buyers, investors and anyone who wants to be close to the city. The median house sale price is $665,000, up 10.8% over the past 12 months (realestate.com.au, to May 2026).
What defines Westcourt
Westcourt is one of the smaller, more central Cairns suburbs, sitting just south-west of the CBD. Much of its eastern and southern edge runs along Mulgrave Road, so commercial premises and retail sit alongside the residential streets. Housing is a mix of older timber and lowset homes plus a substantial number of units. It is a no-fuss, well-connected suburb where the appeal is location and value rather than prestige.
Homes and price ranges
Houses are mostly two and three-bedroom homes on compact blocks. Three-bedroom houses trade around $691,500 and four-bedroom homes around $742,500 (realestate.com.au, to May 2026), with an overall house median of $665,000, up 10.8% over the prior 12 months. Units form a large slice of the market and offer a lower entry point, with a median around $388,000 and stronger rental yields.
Daily life and getting around
Mulgrave Road puts a wide range of shops, services and trade suppliers on Westcourt's doorstep, and Cairns Central in the nearby CBD covers major retail. The city centre, hospital and esplanade are all a short drive away. The suburb is genuinely central, so day-to-day trips are short, though most households still use a car.
The Westcourt market
With 34 houses sold in the past 12 months and a median of just 24 days on market (realestate.com.au, to May 2026), houses in Westcourt move quickly when priced well. Houses rent at around $563/wk on a gross yield of 4.3%, while units rent at roughly $470/wk on a higher 6.9% yield, which keeps investor interest steady. Always verify current data before any pricing decision.
What buyers love
Central location just south-west of the CBD
Mulgrave Road shopping and services along the suburb's edge
Fast-selling houses, 24 days median on market
Affordable entry point relative to nearby suburbs
Strong unit rental yields around 6.9% for investors
Things to consider
Mulgrave Road frontage means traffic and commercial activity nearby
Smaller house market, so comparable sales can be thinner
Frequently asked questions
What is the median house price in Westcourt?
The median house sale price in Westcourt is $665,000 as at May 2026, up 10.8% over the prior 12 months (realestate.com.au). With 34 houses sold in the year, the house market is small, so a local appraisal matters for a property-specific figure.
Is Westcourt a good suburb for investors?
It can be. Houses rent at around $563/wk on a 4.3% gross yield, and units rent at roughly $470/wk on a stronger 6.9% yield (realestate.com.au, to May 2026). The central location and affordable entry prices support steady tenant demand. Get a rental appraisal for your specific property before committing.
Is Westcourt a good suburb to sell in?
Median days on market for houses is 24 (realestate.com.au, to May 2026), which is fast, and the suburb saw 10.8% house price growth over the past year. That tells you well-presented, well-priced homes attract buyers quickly. The dry-season window from May to October typically adds interstate interest. Get a local appraisal before pricing.
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What's My Home Worth?By Alexie Aristides , Your Cairns Selling Specialist