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42/78 Cairns St

Kangaroo Point QLD 4169

2
2
1
124 m²
Apartment
Last sold for $1,475,000
Justin SmithJustin Smith, last sold this property on 09 June 2025 after 95 days on market.

Overview

Top Floor, Riverfront Living in 'St Helena'

Experience first-class living in the tightly held 'St Helena' complex, a boutique collection of luxury low-rise buildings situated on the river in Kangaroo Point. This top-floor residence offers uninterrupted northeast riverfront views and refreshing breezes, delivering a sophisticated and stylish sanctuary with an unparalleled lifestyle appeal. The floorplan seamlessly flows to create an open space designed to accentuate views of the river from the cantilevered entertainer's balcony. Floor to ceiling glass sliding doors show off a stunning outlook. The well-appointed kitchen features granite benchtops and flows out to the open-plan living and dining area. Property Highlights: • Unique Cantilevered Design: Cantilevered entertainer's balcony overlooking the river • Prime North-Facing Aspect: Flooded with natural light throughout the day • Elevated Terrace: Ideal for alfresco dining & outdoor entertaining • Top Floor Living: Featuring ducted air conditioning, skylights to create a bright ability to capacity to create recessed downlights & additional sky lighting • Ample Built-In Storage: Conveniently placed storage throughout the unit 'St Helena' Complex Features: • Exclusive & Private: Limited residences with a private foyer, secure lift, and stair access. • Stunning River Views: Overlooks the Evans Deakin dry dock and the Brisbane River. • Exceptional Location: Enjoy lifestyle convenience with easy access to: o The Story Bridge Hotel: Approx. 500m o Dockside City Cat Ferry Terminal: Approx. 300m o Dockside Hotel: Approx. 200m o Kangaroo Point Green Bridge: Approx. 950m This home is more than a residence—it's a rare opportunity to secure a piece of Kangaroo Point's finest riverfront real estate, blending luxury, comfort, and timeless appeal in one of Brisbane's most desirable locales. Kangaroo Point is an upscale inner-city peninsula paradise, surrounded by water and parklands. Transport needs are serviced by ferries, City Cats, buses with quick access to the Clem Jones tunnel, South East Freeway and Story Bridge. Entertainment is supplied by the Jazz Club, Story Bridge Hotel and the Gabba'. The area boasts many high-quality restaurants and cafes, all within walking distance. Those who reside in Kangaroo Point enjoy the benefits of an inner-city lifestyle in a peaceful setting without the hustle and bustle. Strong demand exists for both rentals and sales in this exclusive premier location

Features

2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1 carspace
1 garage space
124 m² floor area
Apartment

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 2 bedroom apartments sold in Kangaroo Point over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 42/78 Cairns St is $935k.

Median value
$935k
Estimated value range
$585k - $1.95m
Median days on market
23
Estimated value trend
21%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Kangaroo Point. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 42/78 Cairns St

2025
Sold
$1,475,000
09 Jun 2025 by Justin Smith, of Kangaroo Point Real Estate | Inner Brisbane Property Group
2021
Sold
$970,000
Private Sale (EOI) on 08 Dec 2021 by Soren Andersen, of Kangaroo Point Real Estate | Inner Brisbane Property Group

Happy sellers in Kangaroo Point

94%
94% of sellers in Kangaroo Point reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Kangaroo Point stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 46 reviews in Kangaroo Point over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 2 bedroom apartments in Kangaroo Point

In the last 12 months, 103 two-bedroom apartments similar to 42/78 Cairns St, have been sold.

This represents a 26% increase in two-bedroom apartments sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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Lindsay Brown

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Soren Andersen

Soren Andersen is a recommended agent for Kangaroo Point.  They have 12 local sales and collected 15 local reviews across the last 12 months.

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Richard Willert

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Jody Green

Jody Green is a recommended agent for Kangaroo Point.  They have 5 local sales and collected 3 local reviews across the last 12 months.

  •   4.8   (38 reviews)
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