20 Burlington Street, East Brisbane QLD 4169

Elevated Queenslander | 284sqm on 405sqm | dual-living lower level | 92% East Brisbane auction clearance The property’s competitive strength lies in its rare combination of elevated character form, a fully air-conditioned upper level with seamless indoor-outdoor flow to a heated pool and spa, and a lower level with genuine dual-living potential,all on a 405m² block in a tightly held pocket of East Brisbane. For a buyer seeking a family home that functions as a single residence now but offers future flexibility (intergenerational use or rental income), the configuration is unusually efficient. The 92% auction clearance rate for four-bedroom houses in the suburb signals deep demand, and the absence of bushfire, flood, or heritage overlays removes common friction points. This property best suits a buyer who values walkability to the Gabba precinct and Cross River Rail, and who is prepared to compete at auction in a market where stock is scarce. The primary risk is that the 70% site coverage and 284m² building footprint leave limited scope for further expansion without a full redevelopment, which the zoning may not support economically. The buyer should also account for the cost of maintaining the pool and spa, and the fact that the lower level, while habitable, may require updates to match the upper floor’s finish. The opportunity is to secure a property that can be held as a high-yield family home or converted to a dual-income holding with minimal structural work. Hold this property for the medium term to capture uplift from the Gabba redevelopment and 2032 Olympics infrastructure, and use the dual-living layout to offset holding costs immediately.