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48 Water Street

Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

- Bedrooms
- Bathrooms
- Parking
2042 m² Land size
- Internal area

About this property

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48 Water Street in Cairns City, Queensland occupies a 2,042 m² land parcel, offering substantial site area for commercial use

Key details

Locality
Cairns City
State
QLD
Coordinates
16.92044673 / 145.7680835
GNAF PID
GAQLD155128870
Legal parcel ID
1/RP748064
Remoteness area
Regional
Property type
Commercial
Land size
2042 m²
Internal area
-
Land Use Category
Commercial

Market estimates

Based on curated rent estimate.

Expected weekly rent
$730
Confidence
Medium

Based on the comparable property evidence currently available.

Real Estate Agencies

Ordered by:
Ray White - Cairns, Cairns Beaches & Palm Cove
Cairns Property Office - Cairns
Explore Property - Cairns
Champions in Real Estate - Cairns
Belle Property - Cairns
LJ Hooker - Cairns Edge Hill
Boutique Real Estate QLD
Paradise Property Group - Cairns Beaches
Cairns Key Real Estate - Cairns
DJ Smith Property - Cairns
Freeman's Residential - CAIRNS
* Approximate straight-line distances

Nearby schools

Type:
Ordered by:
Mastery Schools Australia - Cairns Campus
0.6 km
Combined school | Independent
Cape York Aboriginal Australian Academy
0.6 km
Primary school | Government
Mungalla Silver Lining School - Carins Temporary Facility
0.6 km
Secondary school | Independent
St Joseph's School
0.6 km
Primary school | Catholic
St Augustine's College
0.7 km
Secondary school | Catholic
Indie School, Logan - Parramatta Park Campus
0.6 km
Secondary school | Independent
St Monica's College
0.6 km
Secondary school | Catholic
Parramatta State School
0.7 km
Primary school | Government
Cairns State High School
0.6 km
Secondary school | Government
The Busy School
1.2 km
Secondary school | Independent
Cairns School of Distance Education
1.8 km
Combined school | Government
Cairns West State School
2.7 km
Primary school | Government
Mother of Good Counsel School
2.6 km
Primary school | Catholic
St Francis Xavier's School
2.9 km
Primary school | Catholic
Balaclava State School
3.1 km
Primary school | Government
Edge Hill State School
3.1 km
Primary school | Government
FNQ Vocational Academy
1.5 km
Secondary school | Independent
Trinity Bay State High School
1.7 km
Secondary school | Government
Pelicans in the City - Centre One
1.0 km
Pelicans in the City - Centre Two
1.0 km
* Approximate straight-line distances

Frequently asked questions

What is the size of the land offered at 48 Water Street?

The property comprises 2,042 m² of land. This sizeable parcel provides flexibility for a variety of commercial development layouts

How suitable is the location for tourism‑related businesses?

Cairns is a major international tourism hub with easy access to the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics, and the city’s economy relies heavily on tourism. Being in the CBD, the site offers immediate proximity to hotels such as City Terraces (0.1 km) and the Cairns Central Plaza Apartment Hotel (0.3 km), making it ideal for visitor services, travel agencies or boutique retail

What transport connections are available nearby for staff and freight?

The property is within walking distance of the Cairns City Bus Station and the Cairns Central Railway Station precinct, providing extensive local bus and rail services. Cairns International Airport is located about 7 km north, offering both domestic and international flights for business travel and logistics

Which nearby amenities can support a commercial operation on this site?

The surrounding area includes a range of hotels and hostels (e.g., Mad Monkey Village, Coral Tree Inn, Sunshine Tower Hotel) and heritage sites such as the Cairns Masonic Temple (0.5 km). These establishments can supply accommodation for staff or clients and generate foot traffic for retail or service businesses

What is the broader economic context for a business operating at 48 Water Street?

Cairns’ economy is driven by tourism, healthcare, education and aviation, with a gross regional product of about $12.2 billion in 2024. The city’s status as a regional commercial centre and its strong visitor numbers provide a robust market for a wide range of commercial ventures

Is the property located within the Cairns central business district?

Yes, 48 Water Street is situated in Cairns City, the central business district, placing it in the heart of the city’s commercial activity and close to major retail centres such as Cairns Central

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