About this property
Alternate search: Unit 218, 180 Swann Road.
180 Swann Road, Taringa QLD 4068, Australia
Alternate search: Unit 218, 180 Swann Road.
Taringa lies about 6.8 km (4.2 mi) south‑west of the Brisbane CBD, giving residents a short drive or train ride into the city centre.
Taringa railway station is roughly 0.7 km away and provides services on the Ipswich, Rosewood and Springfield lines. Several Transport for Brisbane bus routes also run through the suburb, linking to the CBD and nearby universities.
Jack Speare Park and Perrin Park are both about 0.7–0.8 km from the unit, offering green space for recreation, picnics and outdoor activities.
The heritage‑listed Fulton Residence is located approximately 0.6 km away, showcasing the historic architecture of the area.
Essence Suites Taringa, a hotel, sits around 0.7 km from the unit, providing convenient short‑term accommodation for guests.
The Taringa Scout Den, used by the Taringa‑Milton‑Toowong Scout Group and also for GoJu Karate and Yoga classes, is situated within the suburb, and the Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club is nearby for sport enthusiasts.
According to the 2021 census, Taringa had a population of 8,732 people, with a median age of 29 years, indicating a relatively young community.
Yes, Swann Road was the site of the Montrose Home for Crippled Children, an institution that operated from 1933 until 2001 and formed an important part of the suburb’s history.