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With almost 60 years of combined experience, the Penrose team bring local knowledge and passion to real estate in Bardon and the Greater Brisbane region. Grant and Christina Penrose are passionate about helping people find new homes or investments, achieving their dream price in record time. With Grant and Christina - you can rest assured that you’re getting a friendly and approachable local team who understands your market, can predict trends, and help you to buy or sell for the best possible price.
For more information on the suburb, market trends, lifestyle, work and education opportunities in Bardon see below.
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Bardon is a leafy western suburb, approximately 5km from the Brisbane CBD, nestled among the foothills of the glorious Mt Coot-tha. Bardon is a perfect choice for those wanting a very short commute for work or school, along with the benefits of opportunity so close to the city, the chance to retain a connection to nature and comfortable block sizes. Stand-alone residential houses make up around 89% of the housing market in Bardon, making this a great suburb for professionals and young families, with new and renovated homes available.
Bardon is known by locals as a friendly, clean, green, safe and sound neighbourhood, with the uniqueness of being an inner-city location that is perfect for raising a family. Hard to find large blocks are in abundance in Bardon, and if you’re lucky enough – you may secure a block with nature or mountain views. Previously known as Upper Paddington, Bardon offers the charm and history of Paddington without the stacked houses on small blocks.
Travelling through Bardon by car is made easy with no through traffic, and although public transport is limited, locals report little to no time spent waiting at traffic lights or roundabouts. The natural environment bursts through in the untouched local forest and parks, offering residents tranquillity and a break from busy city life. Where restored, classic Queenslander houses abound, Bardon offers historical Brisbane charm alongside the functionality and perks of modern-day living.
Bardon itself isn’t a hub of employment opportunities, but with the city in such proximity, many of the working professionals who reside within this bustling suburb enjoy a short commute. There are three excellent and well-established Government Prep-6 schools for the Bardon catchment – being Ithaca Creek State School, Bardon State School, and Rainworth State School, and St Joseph’s School is the popular choice for those who prefer independent schooling. The adjoining suburbs have a range of excellent choices, such as Stuartholme, Brisbane Boys College and Marist Brothers, along with the Brisbane Grammar Schools within easy transport.
The location and charm of Bardon make this an upper market suburb, with the median house price being $1,200,000 to buy and $620 per week to rent. Bardon homes experience over 1500 visits per property for rentals, making this a very popular suburb based on Queensland averages.
Overall, the cost of houses and units in Bardon has increased steadily since 2014, when the prices didn’t rise above $750,000. Houses remain the most popular choice for this bustling suburb with more stand-alone house listings than units for both rental and for sale. With the highest percentage of residents in Bardon being established couples and families, Bardon remains a popular choice for those looking for long term, stable accommodation in a safe and friendly suburb.
The demographic of Bardon locals consists mostly of established couples and families, making up 58% of the overall population. Of the 9,500 people who call Bardon home, 75% own their home. The average age of locals is between 40 and 59, suggesting the families are established, are working professionals, and are taking advantage of the many excellent schools and the city nearby. Alternatively, retirees and independent young adults share an equal portion of Bardon, making up just over 8% of the population respectively.
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We had plenty of questions for Grant. His patience, attention to detail, his honesty and integrity all contributed to the success of the sale of our house. Grant provided daily updates on enquiries on the property, and weekly written updates on comments from the open houses. Grant ensured we understood every step of the open negotiation process so that we went into the final bidding stage fully informed.
The level of service is phenomenal. Nothing was too much trouble and they helped make what was a stressful time more easeful. They worked super hard to ensure that we got the very best price possible. They have the highest level of service I have seen for a very long time and it was like a breathe of fresh air. I cannot recommend this team highly enough!
Christina & Grant are totally professional. This is the second sale they have handled for us. Nothing is left to chance. They supplied quality trades who prepped the houses for sale. We followed their recommendations and advice with results well in excess of our expectations.
Grant & Christina put quality over quantity when it came to helping my family to sell our home. They knew exactly what to do and gave us excellent guidance along the way. We could not have been happier working with Grant & Christina! They are professionals in every aspect of the real estate business. Would definitely use their service again.
Grant is an honest, helpful and reliable agent. Although we knew he was extremely busy, he always made us feel like we were his only clients responding promptly to all of our questions.
Grant has sold 3 properties for me over the years and that speaks for itself. I wouldn’t have gone back twice let alone three times if I felt he could not perform. I highly recommend Grant to anyone who is intending to sell because he will give you 100%.
Christina is a lovely person and her knowledge and advice prior to our listing was invaluable. We had one open house which resulted in three offers, one of which was accepted. We were extremely happy with Christina's advice and professionalism and we were very happy with the result she achieved for us.
We have bought and sold numerous houses and units through Grant and Christina Penrose.
I would have to say that they are not only the most professional and passionate people in their industry that I've come across, but I think their customer service, attention to detail and results would stand up in any service industry anywhere in the country.
Let us also thank you for the fine work that you put into ensuring that our house was sold within my budget range and in a timely manner. Your efforts were most appreciated.
My experience dealing with Grant Penrose from Remax was exceptional. He sold my property in Boundary rd very quickly and kept me up to date and informed throughout the entire process. I would gladly recommend his service to anyone who requires a professional agent.
We highly recommend Grant, he has always gone above and beyond for us even in the most difficult of situations and has always well exceeded our expectations.
From the very outset I found the service provided by Christina and Grant to be totally professional, friendly and positive, always punctual, always cheerful and always ready to go the extra mile. Doing business with Christina and Grant was a pleasure!
The average median house price in Brisbane is $973,534 as of September 2024. Inner-city and riverside suburbs tend to have higher prices, while outer suburbs offer more affordable options. The Brisbane property market has seen steady growth in the last 10 years as the city and its suburbs become a more desirable place to live.
As of 2024, the best suburbs to invest in Brisbane are Ascot, Paddington, and Ashgrove. Ascot is close to the CBD and the airport, with plenty of leafy parklands and facilities. Paddington has all your social and entertainment needs covered with restaurants and cafes close to the CBD, South Bank, and Suncorp Stadium. Ashgrove is a gorgeous suburb only 4 kilometres away from Brisbane CBD. A popular area for families and couples, there's plenty of demand from buyers and renters.
Some of the best Brisbane suburbs for access to public transport and the new Brisbane Metro are Herston and Kelvin Grove. Herston is close to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, which is a key stop on the metro route. The Brisbane metro provides quick access to the CBD and surrounding areas for residents of Herston, especially healthcare professionals and students.
Kelvin Grove is also located near key stops on the Brisbane Metro network. This suburb is already well-connected since it's close to the busway, and the metro improves this further. With faster travel times and more frequent services, residents of Kelvin Grove, especially students and staff at the nearby Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Kelvin Grove campus, will find commuting to the CBD and other major hubs much easier.
These times can vary depending on traffic conditions, but they give a general idea of the distance each suburb is from Brisbane's CBD.
Teneriffe, Chandler, and New Farm are some of Brisbane's most expensive suburbs.
