How a Bray Park buyers agent secured a future Brisbane home for $1.125M
At a glance: Our clients were relocating from Perth to Brisbane in approximately 18 months. Rather than wait until their move, they chose to secure the right home in advance, rent it during the interim, and move into it when they arrive. We secured 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park QLD 4500 for $1.125 million after the seller was seeking close to $1.2 million. The property is now rented off-market for $840 per week on an 18-month lease.
The brief: buy the Brisbane home now and move in later
The brief was not simply to find an investment property. Our clients were planning a move from Perth to Brisbane in around 18 months and wanted to secure the right home before that next chapter began.
The strategy was clear: purchase a home that would suit their future lifestyle in Brisbane, place a tenant in the property during the relocation period, and have a home ready to move into when the timing was right.
This approach required more than searching for an investment return or a future owner-occupied home in isolation. The property needed to satisfy both purposes at different points in the clients’ journey.
The right Bray Park property
The selected home was 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park QLD 4500. It is a modern four-bedroom, two-bathroom house on a 405m² block.
For clients relocating to South East Queensland, buying before the move can create more choice and reduce the pressure of having to make a major property decision while also managing a relocation. It can also allow time for the property to be tenanted before it becomes the clients’ home, provided the purchase and tenancy strategy are aligned with their personal objectives.
As the clients’ Bray Park buyers agent, our role was to identify a property that matched the future home brief, assess the opportunity, and negotiate a purchase outcome that reflected the agreed strategy.
Secured for $1.125M after a focused negotiation
The seller was seeking close to $1.2 million for the property. After a focused negotiation, the home was secured for $1.125 million.
The result was not about chasing a headline figure. It was about helping the clients secure a home that worked for both stages of their plan: a Brisbane property they could rent in the short term, followed by a home ready for their move from Perth.
A clear brief gives a negotiation direction. In this case, it helped keep the decision focused on the property’s suitability, the relocation timeline, and the terms required to make the overall strategy work.
Rented off-market for $840 per week while the clients prepare to move
The property is now rented off-market for $840 per week on an 18-month lease. This lease period aligns with the clients’ planned relocation timeframe, giving them a tenant in place while they prepare for their move to Brisbane.
The stated rent is the property’s current tenancy result. It is not a forecast, yield representation, or guarantee of future rental income or investment performance.
The result at a glance
| Detail | Outcome |
| Property | 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park QLD 4500 |
| Property type | Modern 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house |
| Land size | 405m² |
| Client strategy | Purchase now, rent during relocation period, move in later |
| Seller expectation | Close to $1.2 million |
| Secured price | $1.125 million |
| Current rent | $840 per week, off-market |
| Lease term | 18 months |
| Planned relocation | Perth to Brisbane |
Why this strategy worked for these clients
The strongest property strategies are built around the client’s real timeline. Here, the clients did not need a property that fitted neatly into one category. They needed a future Brisbane home that could also be responsibly tenanted before their move.
By making the decision early, the clients were able to focus on finding the right home without the added pressure of an immediate relocation. The resulting tenancy provides an interim arrangement that aligns with their anticipated move date.
Every buyer’s circumstances are different. A strategy that combines an interim tenancy with a planned future move should be considered with appropriate professional advice and in light of individual financial, legal, tax, and lending circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
How much was 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park secured for?
The property was secured for $1.125 million after the seller was seeking close to $1.2 million.
Is 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park currently rented?
Yes. The property is currently rented off-market for $840 per week on an 18-month lease. This is the current tenancy result and is not a guarantee of future rental income or investment performance.
Why did the clients buy in Bray Park before moving from Perth?
The clients were planning to relocate from Perth to Brisbane in approximately 18 months. They chose to secure a home in advance, rent it while preparing for the move, and move into it at the end of that period.
What type of property did the clients purchase?
The clients purchased a modern four-bedroom, two-bathroom house on a 405m² block at 8B Columbus Court, Bray Park QLD 4500.
Can a buyers agent help with a future relocation purchase?
A buyers agent may help a client define the purchase brief, identify suitable properties, undertake due diligence, and negotiate in line with the client’s instructions. The appropriate approach depends on the client’s objectives, timing, budget, and individual circumstances.
Looking to buy in Bray Park, Brisbane, or South East Queensland before a future move?
If you are planning a move to Brisbane or South East Queensland and want to secure the right property before you relocate, IPS Buyer’s Agents can help you create a clear buying strategy.
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This case study is general information only. It is not financial, legal, tax, or personalised property advice. Property purchases and finance outcomes depend on individual circumstances. The current rental figure is a tenancy result at the time of publication and is not a guarantee of future income, return, or investment performance.