If you’re planning to build your forever home in one of the Sunshine Coast’s most premium suburbs, location matters just as much as the design itself. 

In some upscale areas, there’s still the chance to secure a blog through new land releases, offering the perfect blank canvas for your dream build. But in many of the Coast’s most sought-after suburbs, vacant land is rare — and that’s where a knockdown rebuild becomes the smartest way to create a modern home in a deluxe location.

In this blog, we’ll explore some of the Sunshine Coast’s standout suburbs for building a luxury home in 2025.

What Makes a Suburb Upscale

When looking for suburbs that deliver a premium lifestyle, a few factors stand out:

• Proximity to beaches, cafes, good schools, and essential amenities
• Scenic outlooks or being close to natural spaces (hinterland, coastal walks)
• Strong infrastructure – roads, shopping, public transport

Premium Suburbs Worth Considering to Build Your Dream Home

Twin Waters West

Twin Waters West is one to watch as an emerging opportunity for upscale living. With a planned development of around 450 homes, it offers a chance to get in early in a new, premium neighbourhood. If you’re after a luxury build that’s close to beaches, shops and amenities, this suburb could be an excellent choice.

Pelican Waters

Pelican Waters offers a premium waterfront lifestyle, with a masterplanned community built around tranquil canals and easy access to Caloundra’s beaches. The estate is reaching its final land releases, and a mix of waterfront and residential blocks will be available.This suburb remains one of the Sunshine Coast’s standout addresses to build an upscale home.

Sunshine Cove

Right in the heart of Maroochydore, Sunshine Cove offers a unique mix of urban convenience and waterfront living. The estate’s final land has been released, with a limited number of urban, terrace and waterfront lots still available. Many of these blocks back onto bushland or lake views and allow for up to three-storey designs, making them perfect for those looking to create a modern, upscale home in a vibrant, walkable community. 

Bokarina

Bokarina is fast becoming a hotspot for luxury coastal living. With the growth of the Oceanside precinct and proximity to new infrastructure, it’s attracting buyers who want both lifestyle and convenience. There are also opportunities for knockdown rebuilds in neighbouring suburbs if you want to stay close to the water and design something truly unique.

Coolum Beach

Popular with buyers wanting sun, surf and relaxed coastal living, Coolum Beach is hard to beat. Offering established areas with larger blocks ripe for knockdown rebuilds, this suburb could hold your chance to design a home that truly matches its prime address.

Your Forever Home, Your Lifestyle

Upscale living isn’t just about the postcode; it’s about building a home that enhances everyday life. At Dwyer Quality Homes, we design homes that fit their surroundings, making the most of views, coastal breezes, and indoor-outdoor flow. Whether it’s high ceilings, boutique stone finishes, or premium fixtures and fittings, we can help you create a home that is uniquely yours.

Ready to explore building your dream home? Talk to our team today about how we can bring your dream home to life.