When The Lakes College opened its doors in 2005, streets like Gardenia Pde were still finding their identity in the fast-growing North Lakes masterplanned community. What began as a modest residential enclave has transformed into one of the suburb’s quietly sought-after addresses, where family homes have seen remarkable appreciation over two decades.
Gardenia Parade embodies the small-street success story of North Lakes. Properties that traded in the early 2000s for modest sums have since climbed substantially in value, reflecting the suburb’s evolution from greenfield development to established family precinct. A four-bedroom house on Gardenia Parade that sold for $134,800 in October 2004 represents the kind of entry-level pricing that characterised North Lakes in its infancy. Fast-forward to 2025, and similar properties on the street are now commanding prices well over $800,000 — a clear illustration of how proximity to schools, the Westfield town centre, and improved transport links have lifted demand across the suburb’s residential streets.
The parade sits within easy reach of The Lakes College and North Lakes State College, making it a natural drawcard for school-run families seeking a short commute. As Westfield expanded and the town centre matured through the late 2000s and 2010s, streets like Gardenia became increasingly attractive to buyers balancing local retail convenience with family-focused amenities. The result is a street where long-term owner-occupiers have watched their investments appreciate steadily, while newcomers continue to pay premiums for the lifestyle and location.
Gardenia Pde, North Lakes Residents
NUMBER OF PROPERTIES: 28 houses, 1 other
% OF OWNER OCCUPIERS ON STREET: 75%
AVERAGE TIME FOR OWNER OCCUPIERS: 12 years and 6 months
% OF PEOPLE 10+ YEARS: 60%
Gardenia Pde, North Lakes – As It Looked in 1936
SOME RECENT SALES ON GARDENIA PDE, NORTH LAKES
| Property Address | Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|
| 33 Gardenia Pde, North Lakes | $880,500 | Feb 2025 |
| 19 Gardenia Pde, North Lakes | $1,415,000 | Feb 2025 |
SOME TYPICAL PROPERTY SALES ON GARDENIA PDE FROM YESTERYEAR
| Property Address | Sale Price | Sale Date |
|---|---|---|
| 37 Gardenia Pde, North Lakes | $215,000 | Nov 2004 |
| 18 Gardenia Pde, North Lakes | $134,800 | Oct 2004 |
| 32 Gardenia Pde, North Lakes | $173,000 | Oct 2004 |
SUBURB PROFILE
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2025 was $770,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2021 was $455,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NORTH LAKES SINCE 2021: $315,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2025 was $925,000
The median price of a 4 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2021 was $542,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 4 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NORTH LAKES SINCE 2021: $383,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2025 was $1,161,000
The median price of a 5 Bedroom House in North Lakes in 2021 was $778,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 5 BEDROOM HOUSE IN NORTH LAKES SINCE 2021: $383,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in North Lakes in 2025 was $605,000
The median price of a 3 Bedroom Unit in North Lakes in 2021 was $320,000
TYPICAL INCREASE OF A 3 BEDROOM UNIT IN NORTH LAKES SINCE 2021: $285,000
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Published 19-January-2025
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