Main Beach, Gold Coast
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Discover Main Beach (Gold Coast): luxury beachfront apartments, Marina Mirage, Tedder Avenue dining, Sea World, G:link access and top schools — everything buyers need to know.
Tips for Buyers
- 1.Obtain flood mapping and insurance quotes for the specific building or lot.
- 2.Review body corporate minutes, budgets and sinking fund levels for apartments.
- 3.Check local council rules and building bylaws for short-term letting options.
- 4.Visit at different times (weekday/weekend, day/night) to assess noise and traffic.
- 5.Work with a local agent who knows Marina Mirage precincts and holiday rental performance.
Common Property Types
- • Beachfront apartments and penthouses
- • Waterfront apartments with marina berths
- • Mid-rise residential buildings
- • Limited standalone houses (mostly in neighbouring suburbs)
Who Lives Here
Affluent mix of retirees, professionals, downsizers and investors; popular with holidaymakers and those seeking premium coastal lifestyles.
Transport
- • G:link light rail — Main Beach station (direct to Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Southport, Helensvale)
- • Regular bus services along the Gold Coast Highway
- • Water taxi and marina access from Marina Mirage/Broadwater
- • Car access to Gold Coast Highway and ~25–30 minute drive to Gold Coast Airport
Schools
- • St Hilda’s Anglican School for Girls (Southport)
- • The Southport School (TSS) — boys' school (Southport)
- • Aquinas College (Southport)
- • Southport State School (primary) and Southport State High School
Amenities
- • Marina Mirage shopping and waterfront restaurants
- • Tedder Avenue cafes, bars and boutiques
- • Sea World theme park
- • Main Beach Surf Life Saving Club and patrolled beach
Main Beach combines a premium lifestyle address with strong tourist demand (Sea World, Marina Mirage) making it attractive for investors targeting high-end short-term and long-term rentals. Buyers should weigh strong capital-appeal against body corporate costs, insurance and any short-stay regulations.
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