About this property
Alternate search: Unit 10, 212 Sir Fred Schonell Drive.
212 Sir Fred Schonell Drive, St Lucia QLD 4067, Australia
Alternate search: Unit 10, 212 Sir Fred Schonell Drive.
The property at 10/212 Sir Fred Schonell Drive is a unit. It forms part of the medium‑density residential housing typical of the northern side of St Lucia.
St Lucia is situated about 7.3 kilometres (roughly 7 km) southwest of the Brisbane GPO by road. The unit enjoys a convenient distance to the city centre while being set within a riverside suburb.
The Guyatt Park CityCat ferry wharf is only about 0.2 km away, providing river transport to the CBD. Bus routes terminate at the University of Queensland Bus Station (≈0.9 km), and the Eleanor Schonell Bridge offers dedicated bus, pedestrian and bicycle access to Dutton Park.
Vida and Jayne Lahey’s House, a heritage‑listed historic home, is approximately 0.5 km away. Other nearby historic landmarks include the International House residential college (≈0.6 km) and the University of Queensland’s Great Court.
The main campus of the University of Queensland lies just a short walk from the unit, with several colleges such as International House and Emmanuel College within 0.6 km. Campus amenities include the UQ Aquatics Centre, libraries, and museums like the UQ Art Museum.
The primary shopping strip on Hawken Drive, a few minutes’ walk away, features an IGA supermarket, a variety of international restaurants, a medical centre, and a post office. Friday evenings are especially lively as many residents dine out at the local eateries.
According to the 2021 census, St Lucia had a population of 12,220 with a median age of 25 years, reflecting a youthful community largely linked to the university. About 38 % of residents are aged 15‑24, and the suburb has a diverse multicultural makeup.