The Gap Owner-Occupier Success – Capital Growth Through Life-Stage Planning
When life changes, your property strategy should evolve too. This case study showcases how a family home in The Gap provided both lifestyle benefits and financial growth as the owners planned their move closer to Brisbane’s inner city.
Property & Sale Overview
- Purchased For: $1,100,000 (November 2021)
- Sold For: $1,325,000 (October 2024)
- Capital Gain: 20.45% return over 3 years
- Rental Appraisal: $920 per week (4.18% gross yield on purchase price)
- Location: The Gap, Brisbane
- Capital Growth: 8.54% annualised over the past 25 years
About the Property
- 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 car spaces
- 554sqm block
- Designed for owner-occupier living—a comfortable and practical layout for a a soon to be empty net couple
- Then sold to fund a move closer to the Brisbane CBD
Why The Gap Worked for This Family
The Gap remains a popular suburb for families wanting access to:
✅ Quality schools and green space
✅ A quiet, community-focused environment
✅ Proximity to Brisbane city (while still offering generous land and home sizes)
✅ A strong history of capital growth (8.54% over 25 years)
This sale shows that time in the market—even for just a few years—can deliver strong results when the fundamentals are right.
How IPS Buyer’s Agents Made It Happen
IPS Buyer’s Agents helped this family:
✔️ Secure a well-positioned property in a high-performing suburb
✔️ Select a home suited to their family’s lifestyle and future plans
✔️ Structure finance appropriately through Moreton Bay Finance Broker
✔️ Exit at the right time to fund their move closer to the city
This property met their needs at the time, delivered solid capital growth, and provided flexibility when the next stage of life began.
Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market
These clients originally set out trying to time the market, waiting for the “perfect” moment to buy. In the end, it was time in the market that delivered real results. With the right strategy, suburb, and support, they achieved strong capital growth—proving that being in the market beats waiting for the market every time.
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📞 Contact us today and let’s map out your next smart move.