Suburb Profile

Coolum Beach

The Sunshine Coast is famous for its beaches, and Coolum Beach combines the best of relaxed coastal living with stunning natural beauty. If you are looking for a more relaxed vibe than Noosa but within easy reach of all it has to offer, Coolum Beach is the perfect place.

With its beautiful beaches, boutique shopping and impressive range of eateries, it’s easy to see why this suburb is loved by holidaymakers and locals alike. Whether you’re looking for family fun on a patrolled beach or a place for the dogs to play, Coolum Beach has a stretch of sand to suit.

If you like the outdoor lifestyle, you will love this living in this suburb. From hiking up to Lows Lookout to learning to surf, Coolum Beach has so much going on that you will be spoiled for choice!

Boasting good transport links and local primary and secondary schools, Coolum Beach is an ideal suburb for families to call home.

About Coolum Beach

People

Coolum is perfect for families, singles, couples and retirees.

It attracts locals who desire living near the beach and away from the hustle and bustle, but who still want to feel connected to the bigger centres.

Homes

Homes in Coolum are arguably some of the most affordable in this coastal region. Everything from holiday apartments to luxury beach-front villas through to amazing residences with breathtaking beach panoramas are prime property.

Although real estate is on the rise, you can still find beachside homes that are priced well below those of neighbouring coastal towns such as Noosa, Peregian, Marcus or Sunshine Beach.

There are also many new apartment complexes on the rise for eager investors and new home owners.

Transport

The closest airport is Sunshine Coast at Maroochydoore (just 10 minutes drive South)
Regular bus services from Brisbane
Train services travel to Nambour

Schools

Coolum State School
Coolum Beach Christian College – Upper Primary, Middle & Prep School

Shopping/Restaurants

Coolum has several shopping areas to enjoy, the newly renovated Esplanade known as the Coolum Retail Precinct across from the beach meanders down to David Low Way
Element on Coolum Shopping complex, features unique eateries and beachside shopping
Birtwill Street is another ‘local’s favourite’ for retail shopping boasting a unique collection of smaller shops specialising in fashion, gifts, jewellery, homeware, souvenirs and much more
The newly renovated Coolum shopping village is located on the other side of Birtwill Street
Coolum Park Shopping Centre with a Woolworths Supermarket, Chemist, Travel Agency, Medical Centre, Bakery, Fashion, Newsagency, Cafe-style eatery and several other retail outlets.

Recreational Facilities

The Sunshine Coasts biggest attraction is Steve ‘Crocodile Hunter’ Irwin’s, Australia Zoo. An easy drive from Coolum, Australia Zoo also offer free air-conditioned bus transfers
The iconic Big Pineapple, just 15 minutes drive, free entry, markets on Saturdays.
Ettamogah Pub, it’s classic in Australian Culture based on the old comic strips from the early 60’s, the Ettamogah pub offers an authentic Aussie experience
Coolum is surrounded by glorious walks & excellent bike tracks including Mount Coolum, The Boardwalk, Mount Emu, Noosa National Park & many more