Area Hotlist — Southport QLD
20 lifestyle anchors proven to sell property across the Southport area
Area Hotlist — Southport
Broadwater Parklands
A sprawling foreshore park with playgrounds, lagoons and BBQ areas, Broadwater Parklands is the recreational heart of Southport, ideal for weekend strolls, fitness and family outings.
Australia Fair Shopping Centre
This central shopping hub delivers retail, dining and cinema experiences, anchoring Southport’s commercial centre with convenience just steps from the light rail.
Gold Coast University Hospital
A world-class medical facility and major employment node, this hospital brings advanced care and research infrastructure to the northern Gold Coast.
Griffith University
With a sprawling Gold Coast campus, Griffith University draws students from across Australia and overseas, energising the area with research, culture and education.
Southport Light Rail Station
Part of the G:link network, this key station offers easy access to Surfers Paradise, Griffith University and Broadbeach, enhancing liveability and connectivity.
Southport State High School
A prominent public high school with a long-standing reputation for excellence, offering academic and co-curricular pathways close to the heart of the suburb.
Southport Broadwater
Fringing the suburb’s eastern edge, the Broadwater offers sparkling water views, boating access, and a relaxed foreshore lifestyle just minutes from residential towers.
TAFE Queensland Gold Coast
Delivering hands-on training across hospitality, trades and business, this campus supports career-focused learners in a convenient, central location.
St Hilda’s School
One of Queensland’s top girls’ schools, St Hilda’s offers elite education from early learning to Year 12, located on expansive grounds near the CBD fringe.
Ferry Road Markets
A boutique destination for gourmet food, florals and interiors, this market precinct is a local favourite for weekend browsing and lifestyle shopping.
Gold Coast Private Hospital
Located beside the public hospital, this modern private facility boosts Southport’s status as a health precinct, offering premium care and specialist services.
Queen Street Village
Set on a former hospital site, this mixed-use precinct offers cinemas, dining, apartments and medical services — a new lifestyle destination in the making.
The Southport School (TSS)
Known for academic and sporting excellence, TSS is an elite boys’ school with boarding facilities, nestled between the Broadwater and CBD edge.
Chinatown Southport
This growing cultural precinct features Asian eateries, festivals and art installations, enriching Southport’s identity as a multicultural urban centre.
Musgrave Hill State School
This well-regarded primary school sits in a leafy residential pocket, providing strong foundations for local families within a tight-knit community.
Aquinas College
A private Catholic secondary school with a strong academic record, Aquinas College adds to the area’s diverse educational options for families and teens.
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
This Commonwealth Games legacy venue features Olympic-standard pools and programs, encouraging health and high-performance sport within the local community.
Gold Coast CBD
Southport functions as the official CBD of the Gold Coast, offering legal, business and commercial services within a walkable city-fringe layout.
Guardian Childcare & Education
A trusted early learning provider with modern facilities, Guardian Childcare supports working families with convenient childcare in the city’s core.
Keebra Park State High School
A local high school known for sporting programs and community engagement, Keebra Park supports education outcomes within walking distance of many homes.