Living in Cleveland

The coastal heart of Redlands Coast

Population: 15,851
Distance to Brisbane CBD: 29.3km
Median house price: $1,277,500* 

Cleveland is the coastal heart of Redlands Coast – a walkable town centre with dining, marinas and major services. It’s the main hub for arts and culture and the departure point to North Stradbroke Island.

Why people choose to live here

• Bayside convenience – marina lifestyle and walkable CBD
• Shopping precinct – including Coles and Woolworths
• Culture and events – Redland Performing Arts Centre, Redland Art Gallery, Twilight Markets and Cleveland Market (every Sunday) and dining options at Raby Bay and Cleveland
• Transit options – Cleveland train station, bus interchange and ferries for North Stradbroke Island departing at Toondah Harbour
• Parks and pathways – Raby Bay foreshore and Cleveland Point
• Healthcare and services – close to Redland Hospital
• Schools and childcare – Cleveland State School, Star of the Sea Primary School, Cleveland Distict State High School, The Busy School, The Industry School

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Things to do

• Sport: football, touch, rugby league, tennis, basketball, hockey, lawn bowls, sailing, boxing, swimming, Cleveland parkrun
• Eat and drink: The Pursuit of Hoppiness, Grand View Hotel, Chop 'n Chill Raby Bay, Hogs Breath Cleveland, Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers, The Lighthouse Restaurant, or explore many other local cafés, restaurants and dining options at Eat and drink
• Nature: Cleveland Point, GJ Walter Park Reserve, Raby Bay Foreshore
• Events: Cleveland markets, Twilight Makers Market, Adventurefest (every May)
• Arts and culture: Straddievarious Gallery, Old Schoolhouse Gallery, Redland Performing Arts Centre, Redland Art Gallery and Redlands Coast Museum
• Local Library: Cleveland Library

Living close to nature

Redlands Coast’s beautiful coastal environment includes mangroves, wetlands and mudflats that support diverse wildlife. As with many coastal regions, residents may experience seasonal mozzies and midges, particularly near waterways. Many locals embrace simple measures (like screens and outdoor planning) to comfortably enjoy the lifestyle year-round.

*As at May 2026, Source: PropTrack