Tewantin is a suburb in Noosa shire, and within 10 minutes’ drive from Noosa Main Beach. In the past it has been considered a sleepy older suburb and it was the original settlement in the Noosa region. As one of Noosa’s three major centres today, it has become a highly popular suburb for families due to its affordable home prices, great schools and amenities, riverside position, and great proximity to all that Noosa and the northern Sunshine Coast has to offer.
If you’re looking to relocate or purchase a Tewantin home or investment property, you need local knowledge about key suburbs and areas to make the most informed decision that best suits your needs. Whether you’re interested in Tewantin units for sale, Tewantin houses for sale, or Tewantin apartments for sale, this guide provides a comprehensive overview.
Key Tewantin areas and neighbourhoods
Whether you’re interesting in buying a Tewantin apartment of unit, or buying a Tewantin house, it’s important to know the different areas within Tewantin.
Tewantin is located between the adjacent suburbs of Cooroibah, Doonan, Noosa North Shore, Noosaville and Tinbeerwah.
Bounded to the west by Tinbeerwah and Doonan, and to the north by McKinnon Drive, to the east by Noosa River, and to the south by Lake Doonella, Tewantin is one of the oldest villages in the northern Sunshine Coast region. It is the gateway to Noosa’s North Shore, and also contains Tewantin Forest which is home to a wide range of mountain biking and hiking trail networks.
Tewantin’s key residential neighbourhoods include:
- Old Tewantin
- Noosa River Heights
- Noosa Outlook
- Noosa Parklands
- Lake Cooroibah township
- Noosa Banks
- Goodchap estate
- Hilton Terrace
Each of these residential neighbourhoods within Tewantin have their own unique characteristics, demographics and benefits / disadvantages. So when looking to buy your Tewantin investment property or own home, it is worthwhile to find out from a local first about the specific neighbourhood you’re looking at and what it’s like to live there, before you buy.
Shopping in Tewantin
Tewantin’s key shopping precincts include:
- Poinciana Avenue (Woolworths, BWS, bakeries, pharmacies, boutiques and various other small retailers)
- Noosa Outlook shopping precinct
- Noosa Marina (boutique shops and cafes / restaurants)
Nearby Noosaville has its own shopping precincts which are within 5 – 10 minutes’ drive of Tewantin – particularly Noosa Village Shopping Centre (Woolworths, etc), Aldi on Weyba Road, Noosa Civic and Gympie Terrace.
Tewantin cafes and restaurants
Tewantin offers a range of cafes and restaurants, which are primarily located along Poinciana Avenue, or at the Noosa Marina. Most are casual dining options, and there are a wider range of restaurants at the Marina.
Getting around Tewantin
In terms of public transport options, bus services are the main public transport available to get around Tewantin (there is no rail infrastructure in the suburb). Visit Translink’s website to see what services are available.
If you’re a cyclist or walker, there are also a range of dedicated bicycle and walking paths (as well as on-road bike lanes) around Tewantin. Tewantin is also known for its mountain bike trails and hikes which are located across the area.
Tewantin (and the Noosa shire) is unique in that it has no traffic lights, so if you’re getting around by car you will quickly become accustomed to the many (many!) roundabouts in this beautiful sprawling neighbourhood.
Approximate distances to nearby locations include:
- Tewantin to Noosa Main Beach: 9km (15-17 minute drive)
- Tewantin to Brisbane: 137 km (1 hr, 45-50 minute drive)
- Tewantin to Maroochydore: 49 km (40 minute drive)
- Tewantin to Sunshine Coast Airport: 40km (35-40 minute drive)
Tewantin climate
As with the rest of the Sunshine Coast area, Tewantin and Noosa areas are renowned for their mild climate and amazing weather almost all year round. Tewantin has an average annual temperature of 25 degrees Celsius. In winter, the temperature can drop to 10 degrees Celsius overnight but generally the daytimes are still warm.
Tewantin property market
The Tewantin property market is appealing to many buyers due to the fact that it offers relative affordability compared with its neighbouring suburb of Noosaville or nearby Noosa Heads. There are variations within the Tewantin suburb – ‘old Tewantin’ is considered one of the most desirable pockets within Tewantin and as such properties in Old Tewantin are often in greater demand. As the name implies, this is the original part of Tewantin, with wide streets, good sized blocks, a lot of character homes and importantly proximity to the river, Poinciana Avenue as well as the North Shore. You will often see properties promoted as “old Tewantin” due to the appeal of this pocket of the suburb.
The Tewantin zoning map restricts high-rise buildings, maintain Tewantin’s village feel. This limited supply and high demand (as with most of the Noosa local government area) contribute to the area’s property prices.
Is Tewantin a good investment?
Here are some statistics on the median Tewantin house price, Tewantin rental yield, and long term average annual growth in Tewantin for houses.
Buying a Tewantin property to short term let
If you’re buying an investment property in Tewantin, you need to be aware of Noosa Council’s Short Term Accommodation rules.
In February 2021, Noosa Council passed a new Local Law for Short Term Accommodation (STA) which affects investors who intend to Airbnb their property. The Council requires short stay and home hosted accommodation property owners to lodge an application for using residential properties for AIRBNB or short term rentals unless identified as exempt.
To determine if you can operate, or continue to operate short stay letting from the property you are planning to purchase you first need to determine in what town planning zone your property is located in. Further information is contained in the following links:
https://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/short-stay-letting
Noosa Local Law
Tewantin schools and education
If you’re a family with young / school aged children and looking to move to Tewantin, knowing which schools are best for you to look may be one of your first priorities.
Tewantin public schools:
- Tewantin State School
- Noosaville State School
- Sunshine Beach State School
- Sunshine Beach State High School
Tewantin private schools (or in surrounding areas):
- St Teresa’s Catholic College
- Good Shepherd Lutheran College
- St. Thomas More Catholic Primary School
Tewantin community and activities
Tewantin’s population (ABS, 2021) comprises:
- 10,538 people
- Median age 51
- Families 68.7%, other households 31.3%
- Properties owned outright 41.5%, owned with a mortgage 28.3%, rented 24.6%
Tewantin has around 300 community groups across Tewantin and Noosa as a whole, from sport and recreation to art and hobbies, ensuring there’s something for everyone. The area is close to community centres such as:
- Noosa Leisure Centre
- Noosaville Library
- Tewantin Marina
- Noosa North Shore
- Tewantin National Park
- Wooroi Trails
Conclusion
If you’re looking to buy a home or investment property in Tewantin, whether it’s a Tewantin apartment for sale or a house, it’s beneficial to consult with local experts. For more information about living in Tewantin or assistance in purchasing Tewantin property, get in touch with Home Scouts, your trusted Tewantin Buyers Agent
