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The great Australian dream is to own your own home but renting a property has its benefits. Such as flexibility, no maintenance responsibilities, financial flexibility, amenities and services and lower financial risk. When renting, tenants have more flexibility to relocate easily because they don’t have the long-term commitment associated with homeownership. Renters also don’t have […]

Unit price growth seems to be “awakening from a long slumber”, says REIQ CEO Antonia Mercorella. The latest median sales results for the September 2023 quarter* released by REIQ show an uptick in unit price growth almost across the state. “It’s not surprising that units are gaining popularity due to their relatively affordable price point […]

Nestled along Mackay’s picturesque coastline is the charming seaside suburb of Eimeo. Offering an enchanting blend of natural beauty, pristine beaches, and a laid-back coastal lifestyle, Eimeo is a hidden gem. Situated just north of the CBD, Eimeo is easily accessible yet despite its proximity to the bustling city, it exudes a sense of seclusion […]

Get out of the hustle and bustle of the city and live a luxurious life with the sea breeze in your hair in Haliday Bay. Haliday Bay is a picturesque coastal community, about 35km north of Mackay, offering a serene and idyllic escape in a stunning natural setting. Known for its natural beauty, pristine beaches […]

Are you looking to buy your first home? Or maybe you’re looking for an investment property? Regardless, if purchasing a property in Mackay for under $400,000 is something you’re interested in doing, then we have three buys for you. >>READ MORE: 13/3 Kirribilli Avenue, East Mackay 1.Dual key three-bed apartment in stylish beachfront complex for […]

“Obscenely tight” rental conditions continue in Queensland, according to the latest Residential Vacancy Rate Report released by the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ). The REIQ classes rental markets into three categories, tight, healthy, or weak. These markets are classified according to vacancy rates: 0 – 2.5% = tight 2.6 – 3.5% = healthy 6% […]

When it comes to buying an investment property, the rental yield is very important. Comparing rental yield can help determine what the ongoing return may be on a potential investment and whether it will work with an investor’s overall investment goals. Put simply, rental yield is the difference between the income received from renting out […]

Do you have an investment property? When it comes to managing your investment property, finding the right manager for your property management is incredibly important. That is why at Baileux, we have a dedicated and experienced property manager on hand and ready to provide exemplary service that is not only stress-free but ensures a profitable […]

Need a rental? We have four fabulous properties in the Mackay region that are move-in ready. From a large family home in an elite central estate to a Queenslander on the beach, an architecturally designed home with ocean views and a quaint 1950s home with history. Furnished or unfurnished? Pool or no pool? Whatever it […]

After selling more than 25 properties this year, to the incredible tune of $11.4 million, and with five more under contract or awaiting sales contracts to be returned, Baileux Real Estate only has three properties left for 2022. 13/3 Kirribilli Ave, East Mackay is an ideal holiday unit in a luxurious beachfront apartment complex in […]

If buying a home is on your Christmas list this year, we have you covered. Here are three fabulous buys in Mackay for $300k or less. 1.   4/64 Carlyle Street, Mackay $235k This neat and tidy two-bedroom unit in an exclusive eight-apartment complex in the heart of Mackay’s CBD is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get […]

Buying an investment property is different to buying a house to live in. The main goal of buying an investment property is generally to generate a passive income and grow wealth. Therefore, when you are considering an investment property there are a few key things to look for. >> READ MORE: 4/64 CARLYLE STREET, MACKAY […]

WITH data from CoreLogic showing how first homebuyers, investors and subsequent buyers are reacting to the downswing in the property market, here are three properties in Mackay that would suit each buyer. >> READ MORE: 53 MARANARK AVENUE, MOUNT PLEASANT 1. First homebuyers Calling all first-home buyers! If you have been looking for a fabulous […]

FIRST-TIME buyers are turning to regional Queensland areas, such as Mackay, to buy into the property market, according to National Australia Bank (NAB) data published by realestate.com.au. Rather than purchase in areas like southeast Queensland, where there has been a recent price boom, data shows first-time home buyers turned to areas like Mackay. In East […]

IF you’ve been looking for land to build your dream house on, here are two opportunities in Mackay that won’t last long. But first, what is a dream house and just how do you build one? Essentially, a dream house is a home that will not only fulfil functional needs but will also satisfy your […]

THERE’S a lot to like about apartment living. Often more affordable and offering inner-city living, less maintenance, security, views and amenities, there are plenty of benefits to apartment living. If you’ve been looking to buy into Mackay’s sought after real estate market or downsize into something with less maintenance but without compromising on space of […]

BUCASIA is one of the largest suburbs in Mackay. The coastal town, 15km north of Mackay CBD, was once just a holiday destination but today, it is a popular residential suburb where established families make the most of the relaxed coastal living. Located just a little north of Eimeo, at the start of a peninsula […]

CHRISTMAS has come early to those who are looking to buy into Mackay’s tightening real estate market for less than $500,000. Here are three fabulous properties for sale for $340,000, $355,000 and $450,000. >> READ MORE: SEASIDE HOME IN HAY POINT 1. FOR SALE: Seaside home in Hay Point $340,000 This three-bedroom home offers a […]

AS more people flock to our piece of paradise to live, invest or holiday, we look at just five reasons why to live in Mackay. 1. Natural beauty and attractions Mackay is famous for its history as one of Australia’s largest sugarcane farming regions but it is just as famous for its natural beauty and […]

IN a region where more than half the population (according to recent Core Logic Data) are renting and vacancy rate have fallen in the last quarter, finding a rental in Mackay isn’t as easy as it once might have been. According to REIQ’s September 2021 Vacancy Report, vacancy rates in Mackay dropped from 0.8% to […]