RE TVW January 29 2026 by Tweed Valley Weekly

Real Estate

FROM COAST TO COUNTRY

Pools, Paydays and a private skate

Pool, dual income key drawcards

KEYWORD SEARCH data from PropTrack shows ‘swimming pool’ was the most searched keyword once again in 2025, with the biggest increase in searches being for dual income, which will come as no surprise with the demand for housing.

While granny flats are becoming increasingly popular, with plenty going up in Tweed Shire towns, according to our local agents building a pool might not be the best way to add value to your property if you’re planning to sell.

The next nine on the list were, in order, a garage at number two, air conditioning, an ensuite and an outdoor area rounded out the top five. At number six was ‘single storey’, followed by a balcony, built in robes, a dishwasher and heating at number ten.

While pools are always popular, our local agents don’t think it’s the best way to add value if that’s what you’re after, if you don’t have one already.

Principal at Elders, Tweed Valley, Craig Dudgeon, thinks that, in terms of selling, presentation is the most important.

“Pools can rule out lots of purchasers,” Craig says. “Spend money on

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preparing your property for sale with presentation being the focus. You cannot have a second first impression. Driveways and entrances are important particularly on rural properties. People are naturally aspirational and love a sense of arrival, this can also relate to a residential property.”

Northern Rivers Property Group licensee Adrianna Jenkins, thinks a pool is always a plus, but paint is the most cost effective way to add value.

“We often have clients reaching out for advice on what to do well before listing,” Adrianna said.

Coastal Property Collective’s Brad Kopcikas-Yates thinks a pool is purely a personal choice and that it generally doesn’t deter buyers.

“There will always be those buyers that absolutely want a pool, however this is not all buyers,” Brad told The Weekly Real Estate.

“There are other ways to add value when selling such as freshening up the aesthetic appeal of your home, fresh paint, new flooring, upgrading kitchen appliances, adding solar and air conditioning as an example.”

Analysis of the keywords with the biggest increase in searches in the past 12 months reveals the biggest increase was ‘single storey’, with the number

• 14/98-102 Keith Compton Dve, Tweed Heads, 10.30–11am

• 3/2 Hill Street, Tweed Heads, 12–12.30pm

• 49 Dixon Street, Coolangatta, 10–10:30am Qld time

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• 33 Inlet Dr, Tweed Heads West, 10–10.30am

• 1/42-44 Thomson St, Tweed Heads, 10.30–11am

• 5/5-10 Quayside Ct, Tweed Heads, 11–11.30am

• 42 Karingal Ave, Bilambil Heights, 11–11.30am

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of searches rising by 72 per cent, tied with dual income.

With the cost of a mortgage these days and the huge increase in population, the desire for an income producing property has skyrocketed, which is a good thing for everyone looking for somewhere to live.

So if you have the money and live in an area where getting approval isn’t too hard, it might be worth putting in that granny flat in the backyard, which many people are doing lately.

Skate park property a gem

A CUDGERA Creek property up for sale that features its own skate park is making headlines around the country and with some of the world’s best skaters living here in the Tweed, there should be plenty of interest locally.

64 Cabbage Gum Road is a 9.7 hectare rural estate just over eight kilometres west of Pottsville.

The estate features sprawling, manicured grounds and a full-sized professional skatepark.

Chloe Covell might like to pop down from Tweed Heads to hang out, or Summer Rackley from Caba or one of the Ward kids or Ash Wilcomes from Potty could be your child’s new best

• 9/277 Golden Four Dr, Bilinga, 11–11.30am QLD Time

• 6/311 Golden Four Dr, Bilinga, 12–12.30pm QLD Time

• 1444/6-8 Stuart St, Tweed Heads, 12.30–1pm

• 7/20 Dutton St, Coolangatta, 12.30–1pm QLD Time

• 5/2 Surf St, Bilinga, 1–1.30pm QLD Time

• 1/33 Hillcrest Ave, Tugun, 1–1.30pm QLD Time Raine and Horne Jet

• 16 Lamington Way, Murwillumbah, 9.30–10am

• 187 Tweed Valley Way, South Murwillumbah, 9.30–10am

• 18 Flinders Way, Ocean Shores, 9.30–10am

• 22 McLeod St, Condong–waiting on draft contract, 10.30–11am

• 7/1 Castle Field Drive, Murwillumbah, 10.30–11am

Shop 2/41-45 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah

Phone: (02) 6672 2499

Same people, new brand.

Over the past six months, we have been working closely with a well-known and highly respected national real estate brand. Following careful consideration, we are proud to announce that Jason and Elizabeth will be joining Raine & Horne as franchise owners, trading as Raine & Horne Jet

From 15 January 2026, we will no longer trade under JET Real Estate. Our company name remains Jet Property Consultants Pty Ltd, now trading as Raine & Horne Jet. This move allows us to continue offering the same trusted local service, supported by the strength, reach, and over 140 years of real estate expertise that Raine & Horne provides.

friends - it also has a tennis court that doubles as a basketball court for those aspiring to the heights of Ash Barty or LeBron instead.

There’s a large swimming pool with an eight-person spa with views out to the Pacific Ocean.

It also has a lovely home and a guest studio or teenagers retreat for your aspiring sports star.

This property comes with a spring-fed dam, fruit trees, and farm sheds, with enough space for horse or motorbike riding if you have a young’un dreaming of being the next Casey Stoner.

Your child could be the most popular kid in the neighbourhood with a backyard like this and be a future champion of quite a few sports.

The property is open for expressions of interest with Jamie and Jesse Wilmen at Raine and Horne Pottsville Beach/ Cabarita Beach.

• 35 Park Avenue, Murwillumbah, 11.30–12pm

• 45 Fernvale Road, Fernvale, 12.30–1pm Tate Brownlee Real Estate

• 56 Condong Street, Murwillumbah, 9– 9.30am

• 27 Tumbulgum Road, Murwillumbah, 10–10.30am

• 1 Chadburn Lane, Chinderah,10–10.30am

• 19 Ocean Ave, Tweed Heads South, 11–11.30am

• 1/9 Kildare Dr, Banora Point, 11–11.30am

• 3 The Parapet, Banora Point, 11.15–11.45am

• 13 Cobaki Road, Tweed Heads West, 12–12.30pm

• 33 Snowgum Dr, Bilambil Heights,1–1.30pm

• 52 Kingscliff Street, Kingscliff, 1–1.30pm

• 3/62 Coolangatta Road, Coolangatta, 3–3.30pm

Our passion is ﬁnding your best way of living.

64 Cabbage Gum Road, Cudgera Creek is a skaters paradise and so much more

Same people, new brand.

Our passion is ﬁnding your best way of living.

2/41-45 Murwillumbah Street, Murwillumbah

Phone: (02) 6672 2499

‘Highfields’ Estate

Surrounded by Ocean, River & Mountain Views, on 4 Private Acres.

An awe-inspiring, manicured acreage parcel, perched to capture 300-degree views spanning the entire ocean coastline, Tweed River, Wollumbin / Mount Warning and Tweed Valley. Paired with an impressive home, offering five bedrooms, four bathrooms, two powder rooms, office, five indoor living spaces, three undercover outdoor living areas, resort style swimming pool, paddling pool, fire pit, yoga and meditation deck and accommodation for 5 vehicles.

A once in a lifetime opportunity to secure a property that has no equal. Contact Mark Chappell 0427 323 121

DIXON

INTEREST OVER $1,850,000

3 1 2

OPEN FOR INSPECTION: SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10:00AM - 10:30AM (QLD TIME)

Perfectly positioned just 600 metres from the sand at Coolangatta Beach, this beautifully renovated threebedroom, Queenslander captures everything you love about the Southern Gold Coast lifestyle. Designed for effortless weekend escapes, the home blends timeless character with relaxed modern style. Light-filled open-plan living flows seamlessly outdoors to a generous deck and private backyard - perfect for a BBQ after a morning surf or evening drinks under the stars. Inside, the home has been renovated from top to bottom, showcasing bright coastal tones, modern finishes, and an easy indoor-outdoor flow. Underneath, you'll find plenty of secure storage for surfboards, bikes, and beach essentials - so you can lock up and leave without a worry. Leave the car at home and stroll to sun-soaked beaches, vibrant cafes, boutique shops, and laid-back restaurants - all just moments from your front door. Gold Coast Airport is a quick 6-minute drive, Byron Bay is only 45 minutes away, and the new Tweed Valley Hospital is just 16 minutes down the road. Whether you're searching for the perfect weekender, a holiday rental, or a low-maintenance coastal base, this rare find in a tightly held pocket of Coolangatta makes every day feel like a holiday.

Your weekends just got a whole lot better!

TWO COUNCIL APPROVED DWELLINGS ON ONE TITLE - Endless options

This unique property offers two council-approved dwellings on one title, delivering an exceptional opportunity for investors seeking strong rental income of $68,640 P/A. Equally appealing to owner-occupiers, the flexible layout allows you to live in one dwelling while renting the other or comfortably accommodating extended family.

KEY FEATURES - unit 1

• 3 bedrooms (one bedroom air conditioned)

• Exposed beams

• Cool tiled floors throughout

• Open plan air-conditioned living

• Well-appointed kitchen

• Main bathroom w/ shower over spa bath

• Large, covered entertainers' deck

• Grassy rear yard

• Carport

KEY FEATURES - unit 2

• Dual level w/ exposed beams

• Cool tiled main bedroom & bathroom

• Upper living w/ vinyl plank flooring & airconditioning

• Social kitchen

• Balcony w/ a private leafy outlook

• Large grassy courtyard

• Carport, plus large lock up storage

ELEVATED FAMILY HOME - with scenic views'

Arrive home via a quiet no through road, opposite a central parkland, to enjoy this impressive 3-bedroom residence, offering a summery in-ground pool and scenic views of the Tweed Hinterland.

• Generous air-conditioned formal living area leading out to balcony

• Separate dining zone

• Colonial kitchen & meals area

• Full length balcony / deck w/ sun blinds, commanding views & overlooking pool

• Master bedroom w/ air-conditioning, walk in robe, ensuite & opens on to deck

• Two additional bedrooms w/ built in robes (bed 2 air-conditioned)

• Fully fenced in ground pool

• Entertainers gazebo / BBQ area

• Under home storage

• Double automatic lock up garage w/ internal access plus side paved area that could accommodate boat or van

• Fully fenced low maintenance landscaped gardens

OCEANFRONT ENTERTAINER - with a casual vibe'

Immerse yourself into an idyllic lifestyle from this generous 230m2 (3) bedroom + study apartment, which commands a superb ocean vista and has been meticulously modernised throughout.

• Spacious air-conditioned open plan living w/ easy care flooring

• Expansive terrace style covered balcony w/ storage nook & water connection

• Stunning social kitchen w/ granite benches, built in microwave, two-pac cabinetry & soft closing draws

• Master bedroom, w/ air-conditioning, walk in robe, additional built-in robes & access to balcony

• Bedrooms 2 & 3 offer built in robes w/ bedroom 2 providing a Juliette balcony

• Study / home office or ideal for guest room / 4th bedroom

• Stylish fully tiled main bathroom w/ freestanding bath & walk through shower

• Large laundry

• Two car parking & storage within basement

• Resort style pool & heated spa

• Lift access

• Pet friendly

SURF VIEW - superb coastal living'

Experience sweeping ocean views that span the Southern coastline from this spacious 3-bedroom absolute oceanfront unit, within a small walk-up style complex of just 6 residences only and anchored on a prime 1022m2 allotment.

• Generous open plan living

• Easy care flooring throughout

• Well-appointed kitchen w/ granite benches

• Oceanfront facing wrap around balcony

• Master bedroom w/ walk through robe, ensuite & Juliette balcony

• Large main bathroom w/ bath

• Double side by side lock up garage

30 Acres with Ocean Views, Minutes to the Coast and Suitable for Horses and Cattle

Set high above the rolling hills, this exceptional 30-acre/11 ha landholding offers a rare opportunity to create your own rural Northern Rivers’ most promising lifestyle regions. Welcome to 1A Sierra Boulevard, Bilambil Heights.

Lovingly shaped by generations of land owners, the land is already primed for horses, cattle or a hobby farm. Well-kept pastures every six months, and permanent springs, streams and troughs provide reliable water across all paddocks. Robust fencing with el livestock yards and all-weather farm roads ensure everything is in place for a working rural lifestyle.

Wake to mist rising gently off the Tweed River and unwind each evening as the sky melts into colour across your own 1,430m² level waterfront sanctuary. Set in one of Murwillumbah's most tightly held riverside addresses. Rich in character, generous in space and unmatched in lifestyle appeal, this is a rare opportunity to secure a tightly held riverfront home where classic charm meets relaxed modern living - a place you'll be proud to call home. Welcome to 27 Tumbulgum Road.

HOME Sat 31st January 10:00am to 10:30am

3 5 2 3 5 6 $1,375,000 - $1,450,000

A truly magnificent lifestyle estate where timeless craftsmanship, serene privacy, and natural beauty come together in one of Banora Point's most tightly held enclaves. Built in 1990, this remarkable architectural residence was designed and constructed as the master builders forever home - a dream brought to life from the ground up. Welcome to 3 The Parapet.

11:15am to 11:45am