West End’s median house price, as of April 2026, continued its upward trajectory, reaching approximately $2.07M. This reflects a solid 20.1% gain over the last year and an impressive 123.2% surge compared to the same month a decade ago, outperforming broader capital city house price trends. Unit prices also recorded robust performance, with the median value at approximately $920K. This figure represents a 16.1% increase year-on-year and a substantial 62.7% growth over the past ten years. Such sustained appreciation in both segments has occurred alongside ongoing demand, reinforcing West End’s premium market position.
West End, QLD, recorded a median weekly house rental rate of approximately $900 in April 2026, representing a 2.9% gain over the same month last year and a substantial 45.2% increase from a decade ago, continuing its upward trajectory. Unit rentals also performed strongly, reaching a median weekly rate of approximately $750, a solid 7.9% rise over the year, and an impressive 78.6% increase compared to ten years prior. This robust growth across both property types reflects stronger performance than many broader markets, coinciding with sustained demand in this desirable location.
West End, QLD’s property market, as of February 2026, reflects a diverse distribution across price points. For houses, the core activity centres between $500K and $750K with 42 sales, while the $750K to $1M and $1M to $1.5M segments also recorded solid gains of 24 and 22 sales respectively, representing a strong mid-tier presence. Units demonstrate robust performance, notably in the $750K to $1M range with 182 sales, followed closely by $1M to $1.5M with 156 sales, maintaining their premium position. While entry-level properties under $500K attract buyers, the market’s activity significantly shifts towards properties above $750K, exhibiting stronger growth than some broader capital city trends.
New listings in April 2026 recorded a modest 5.4% monthly softening from March, reaching 53 properties in West End. This strong annual gain, up 71.0% from the 31 listings in April 2025, reflects a significant rebound in supply, outperforming broader
market trends for the year. However, listings remain marginally below the 54 properties recorded in April 2024. This recent monthly moderation reflects evolving vendor activity, coinciding with broader economic shifts.
Luke O’Kelly is a real estate agent and auction specialist at Ray White West End, focused on property sales in West End and Highgate Hill. Through Luke O’Kelly Ray White West End, he helps property owners achieve strong results using an auction-led strategy designed to create competition and maximise sale prices. With deep local market knowledge and a hands-on approach, Luke shares insights, sales strategies and suburb updates to help sellers make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcome.