A buyers agent in Moreton Bay is a licensed agent who acts only for the buyer, never the seller. Citadel Agency is a buyers agency based in Preston, Victoria, that helps investors buy in Moreton Bay and across Australia, with suburb research, on and off market sourcing, due diligence and negotiation through to settlement.
21.9% average growth on client results5.3% average gross rental yield88% bought off or pre market$165M+ in deals transacted
The role
What does a buyers agent in Moreton Bay do?
Consumer Affairs Victoria describes a buyer’s agent as a licensed estate agent who, for a fee, acts for a buyer instead of a seller. A selling agent works for the vendor. We work only for you: we find and shortlist properties, look at ones that are never advertised, check each one, and negotiate or bid at auction for you.
Citadel Agency was founded by Omar De Guise and Jadd Chahal. Every purchase is backed by our own suburb research, so your Moreton Bay decision is made on evidence, not on a sales pitch.
532.4K people in the City of Moreton Bay in June 2025 (grew 2.1% that year, 3rd largest council area in Queensland, ABS via QGSO)
Projection
760.6K projected for 2046 (Queensland Government projection, 2025 edition, medium series)
Of occupied homes are rented
31.1% (53,240 rented dwellings, ABS 2021 Census)
Major projects
Redcliffe Hospital expansion (under construction); Caboolture Bribie Island Road duplication (opened); Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence, Petrie (under construction)
Government
Queensland is led by Premier David Crisafulli (LNP).
Latest rule changes
Rent increase limit and bidding ban (6 June 2024); Bond cap and minimum standards (30 Sep 2024); Rental applications and privacy (1 May 2025)
Citadel purchases here
None published yet. See our results across Australia
532.4Kpeople in the City of Moreton Bay in June 2025grew 2.1% that year, 3rd largest council area in Queensland, ABS via QGSO
760.6Kprojected for 2046Queensland Government projection, 2025 edition, medium series
31.1%of occupied homes are rented53,240 rented dwellings, ABS 2021 Census
What infrastructure is being built in Moreton Bay?
Under construction
Redcliffe Hospital expansion255 new overnight beds with maternity, endoscopy and operating theatres, with Lendlease confirmed as builder in August 2026. The first 28 new beds are due in 2027.
Caboolture Bribie Island Road duplicationA $48.2 million joint federal and state upgrade between Old Toorbul Point Road and Saint Road, with new signals at Volz Road and Browns Road, completed ahead of schedule in March 2026.
Moreton Bay TAFE Centre of Excellence, PetrieA $60 million TAFE training centre for advanced manufacturing, construction, engineering and electrical trades, next to Petrie station. FKG Group began early site works in October 2026.
New Bribie Island BridgeA new four lane bridge to Bribie Island, with the old bridge kept for walking and cycling. The preferred design was released in October 2026, with community feedback open until 27 November 2026.
What has the Queensland Government changed for property investors?
Queensland is led by Premier David Crisafulli (LNP). These are the changes that matter most to investors.
Rent increase limit and bidding banRent can rise only once every 12 months, and since 6 June 2024 that limit applies to the property, not the tenancy; all forms of rent bidding are banned.
Bond cap and minimum standardsBonds are capped at four weeks rent from 30 September 2024, and minimum housing standards have applied to all tenancies since 1 September 2024.
Rental applications and privacyOwners and agents must use an approved application form, ask for no more than two documents per category, offer a fee-free way to apply and give 48 hours notice of most entries.
No duty for first home buyers on new homesFirst home buyers who sign for a new home on or after 1 May 2025 may pay no transfer duty, with no value cap.
Home concessions limited to residentsFor contracts signed on or after 1 August 2026, home and first home duty concessions are limited to citizens, permanent residents and specified foreign retirees; temporary residents generally pay full duty plus the 8% additional foreign acquirer duty.
One million homes by 2044The Securing Our Housing Foundations Plan targets one million new homes by 2044, supported by the $2 billion Residential Activation Fund.
Moreton Bay is Queensland's third largest council area and draws families to new estates north of Brisbane, with hospital, TAFE and road projects adding local jobs and capacity. We weigh that against the volume of new estates and holding costs before recommending any Moreton Bay suburb.
Values from comparative market analyses (CMA). Suburb only, no client details. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
How we buy
How we buy your Moreton Bay investment property
1
Strategy call
Your goals, budget and borrowing.You get: A clear brief
2
Investment brief
Growth, yield and risk settings.You get: Your Game Plan
3
Area research
Suburbs scored on our data.You get: A shortlist
4
Sourcing
On, off and pre market.You get: The right property
5
Due diligence and negotiation
Comparables, checks and price.You get: A safe deal
6
Settlement and beyond
Tenant, manager and reviews.You get: A performing asset
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I have purchased multiple properties over the years however was stuck for over 6months trying to get into the Melbourne and Tassie market. I reached out to the team and in a few weeks they secured me 2 great properties. I will use Citadel for all future purchases going forward. 10/10
A buyers agent in Moreton Bay acts only for the purchaser. We set your brief, research suburbs on growth, rental demand, supply and risk, find on market and off market property, check each one, and negotiate or bid for you through to settlement.
Do you buy investment properties in Moreton Bay?+
Yes, when Moreton Bay suits a client's strategy and budget. We research suburbs across Australia and only recommend Moreton Bay when the numbers work for you. Our recent purchases are listed by suburb on our results page.
Do I need to live in Moreton Bay to buy there?+
No. Most of our clients buy interstate. We research, arrange inspections through local partners, negotiate and manage the purchase to settlement, and keep you updated at every step.
What is the population of Moreton Bay?+
The City of Moreton Bay had an estimated 532,445 residents at 30 June 2025, the third largest council area in Queensland, after adding 10,951 people or 2.1% in a year (ABS via the Queensland Government Statistician, March 2026). The Queensland Government projects 760,607 residents by 2046.
What is happening at Redcliffe Hospital?+
In August 2026 the Queensland Government confirmed Lendlease to deliver a 255 bed expansion with maternity, endoscopy and operating theatres. The first 28 beds are due in 2027.
What transport projects affect Moreton Bay?+
The $48.2 million Caboolture Bribie Island Road duplication was completed in March 2026. In October 2026 the Queensland Government released the preferred design for a new four lane Bribie Island Bridge, with feedback open until 27 November 2026.
What share of homes in Moreton Bay are rented?+
At the 2021 Census, 31.1% of occupied homes in the Moreton Bay council area were rented, or 53,240 dwellings (ABS).
How much is stamp duty in Queensland?+
It depends on the price, the type of property, whether you will live in it or rent it out, whether you are a first home buyer and whether you are a foreign buyer. Our free stamp duty calculator uses the published Queensland rates, and your conveyancer will confirm the final amount.
How do I get started?+
Book a free 30 minute strategy call. We look at your budget, borrowing and goals, and tell you honestly whether Moreton Bay fits your plan.
Areas we serve
Buyers agents Australia wide
We research suburbs across Australia to find the right location for each client's plan.