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Rent-to-Own Homes on the Sunshine Coast

Experience the freedom of homeownership with affordable payments and a vibrant Sunshine Coast lifestyle.

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Your Deposit

$52,000
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How it works

A Better Path to Homeownership

1. Find Home

Find your ideal property on the open market with 0% upfront deposit and no LMI.

1. Choose Home

Find your ideal property on the open market with 0% upfront deposit and no LMI.

1. Find Home

Find your ideal property on the open market with 0% upfront deposit and no LMI.

2. Build Deposit

Move in and pay your normal rent plus a 50% weekly contribution that automatically grows your deposit in the background.

2. Build Deposit

Move in and pay your normal rent plus a 50% weekly contribution that automatically grows your deposit in the background.

2. Build Deposit

Move in and pay your normal rent plus a 50% weekly contribution that automatically grows your deposit in the background.

3. Buy When Ready

Once you've reached your deposit target in years 4–8, switch to a mortgage and complete your purchase.

3. Buy When Ready

Once you've reached your deposit target in years 4–8, switch to a mortgage and complete your purchase.

3. Buy When Ready

Once you've reached your deposit target in years 4–8, switch to a mortgage and complete your purchase.

Simple Pricing Options

New Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Free maintenance & repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Established Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0.99% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Free maintenance & repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

New Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Full maintenance and repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Established Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0.99% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Free maintenance & repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

New Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Full maintenance and repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Established Home

0% Upfront Deposit
0.99% Setup Fee
No LMI
INCLUSIONS
  • Your choice of home

  • Free buyers agent support

  • Full maintenance and repairs

  • Free rates & insurance

  • Future Mortgage Guarantee

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Additional terms, fees, and costs apply. LMI may apply upon purchase. New homes must be from approved builder panel. View the breakdown in the calculator for more details.

Additional terms, fees, and costs apply. LMI may apply upon purchase. New homes must be from approved builder panel. View the breakdown in the calculator for more details.

👍 65%+

First-time application approval rate

🏠 $800k+

Average buying power of approved homebuyers

🎯 $100k+

Average deposit built after 6 years

House Price Data

Median home values ~$1.08 M (late 2024). Forecast growth 12–16 % through 2025 (CoreLogic; Ray White, 2025).

Rent Data

Median house rent ~$777/week (+6.8 % y/y), units ~$694 (+8.3 %) (SC News, SQM, 2025).

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Rent-to-Own Homes Calculator

Up to 16x cheaper than a mortgage
Initial Home Value
Home type
Before you move in
$3,320
After you move in
$993 p.w
Year you switch to a mortgage
Built deposit
$83k–$100k
Deposit as a %
7.1%–10.6%
Initial Home Value
Home type
Before you move in
$3,320
After you move in
$1,007 p.w
Year you switch to a mortgage
Built deposit
$85k–$101k
Deposit as a %
7.1%–10.6%
Initial Home Value
Home type
Before you move in
$3,320
After you move in
$1,010 p.w
Year you switch to a mortgage
Built deposit
$83k–$100k
Deposit as a %
7.1%–10.6%

*All figures are estimates. Mortgage comparison based on 'before you move in' costs for new homes using 5% deposit scheme. Terms and conditions apply.


*All figures are estimates. Mortgage comparison based on 'before you move in' costs for new homes using 5% deposit scheme. Terms and conditions apply.

Why Choose Rent-to-Buy Houses & Homes in Sunshine Coast

  1. From Beaches to Backyards: Rent-to-Own Options on the Sunshine Coast

    Rent-to-own homes on the Sunshine Coast, QLD are becoming one of the most practical ways to break free from the rental cycle and start building toward homeownership. With house prices continuing to rise and lending requirements becoming stricter, the traditional path of saving a huge deposit has become harder than ever.
    If you’re currently renting and tired of paying off someone else’s mortgage, a rent-to-buy home on the Sunshine Coast could provide a more affordable and structured path toward securing your own property.

    Rent-to-Buy House on the Sunshine Coast

    PublicSquare was founded to bridge the gap between renting and buying with our rent-to-own homes service. Our mission is to make homeownership possible for more Australians—especially those who can’t save the typical 10–20% deposit that banks demand.
    Here’s how it works:

    • 0% Upfront Deposit – secure your home without years of saving.

    • Simple Weekly Contributions – pay your standard rent plus a fixed 50% weekly top-up. That amount automatically builds into your deposit in the background.

    • Buy When Ready – purchase your home any time between Years 4–8 of your lease.

    • Built-in Protections – safeguards are in place if your circumstances change.
      This pathway means you can live in the property you choose now, while preparing financially to purchase it later.

    Ongoing Support Every Step of the Way

    Life can bring unexpected challenges, which is why our model includes flexibility. It’s not in anyone’s interest for you to lose your home—our goal is to help you stay on track so you can reach your long-term goal of ownership.

    Is a Rent-to-Own Home on the Sunshine Coast Right for You?

    If you’re looking for a way to stop wasting rent, build equity in the background, and secure a future home in one of Queensland’s most desirable regions, a rent-to-buy home on the Sunshine Coast could be the right choice.
    PublicSquare has already helped homebuyers across the state, including those securing rent-to-buy houses in Queensland
    and rent-to-buy houses in Cairns. Now, Sunshine Coast residents can access the same opportunity.

  2. 2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

What homebuyers are saying on the Sunshine Coast

“Great Idea”

Justin S.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Brilliant… especially in these times of crazy rents and housing prices.”

Paul V.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“More practical than the traditional ways of buying a home”

Alexandra & Hayden

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Achievable and helping more than anything else”

Andrew D.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Awesome”

Lynda H.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great way to get people into their own homes, and a goal to reach towards”

Jenna & Matthew

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great way to help people own their own homes.”

Emily & Ryan

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great idea closing the gap for first home buyers”

Jacob & Kora

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Great”

Sebastien & Grace

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Great Idea”

Justin S.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Brilliant… especially in these times of crazy rents and housing prices.”

Paul V.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“More practical than the traditional ways of buying a home”

Alexandra & Hayden

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Achievable and helping more than anything else”

Andrew D.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Awesome”

Lynda H.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great way to get people into their own homes, and a goal to reach towards”

Jenna & Matthew

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great way to help people own their own homes.”

Emily & Ryan

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great idea closing the gap for first home buyers”

Jacob & Kora

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Great Idea”

Justin S.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Brilliant… especially in these times of crazy rents and housing prices.”

Paul V.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“More practical than the traditional ways of buying a home”

Alexandra & Hayden

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Achievable and helping more than anything else”

Andrew D.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“Awesome”

Lynda H.

Sunshine Coast, QLD

“A great way to get people into their own homes, and a goal to reach towards”

Jenna & Matthew

Sunshine Coast, QLD

Come Home Sooner
0% Upfront Deposit

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Contact Us:

Tel. 1300 418 857

Offices: 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia 4000 &
60 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia 2000

Disclaimer: Terms, fees, costs, conditions, and waiting periods may apply. PublicSquare® is a registered trademark (No. 2315715) of PublicSquare Technology Pty Ltd, a real estate, software, and educational company holding Queensland real estate licence No. 4555627. Homebuyers are free to engage any broker or lender of their choice when completing their purchase. At that time, deposit requirements and Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) may apply. PublicSquare homebuyers do not obtain legal ownership of the property until settlement of their purchase. The information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, credit or other regulated products or advice. We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) or an Australian Credit Licence (ACL) and we do not provide financial or credit services. All Rent-to-Own and Rent-to-Sell related terms are governed exclusively by the terms of service available on this website and directly executed agreements with PublicSquare and/or between participating counterparties, and terms may vary between Australian states and territories to comply with local laws and regulations. If anything on this website is inconsistent with the executed agreements, the executed agreements, which may include additional terms, rights and obligations not set out on this website, shall prevail. Nothing on this website is a legally binding offer, warranty or guarantee, and the availability of program participation is subject to application criteria determined by PublicSquare and is not assured. To the maximum extent permitted by law, PublicSquare disclaims all liability for any representations, whether express or implied, made in connection with this website. No statement on this website should be relied upon as a warranty or guarantee unless expressly set out in the executed agreements. For more information please read the legal and Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) pages on this website.
Come Home Sooner
0% Upfront Deposit

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

Contact Us:

Tel. 1300 418 857

Offices: 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane, QLD, Australia 4000 &
60 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, Australia 2000

Disclaimer: Terms, fees, costs, conditions, and waiting periods may apply. PublicSquare® is a registered trademark (No. 2315715) of PublicSquare Technology Pty Ltd, a real estate, software, and educational company holding Queensland real estate licence No. 4555627. Homebuyers are free to engage any broker or lender of their choice when completing their purchase. At that time, deposit requirements and Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) may apply. PublicSquare homebuyers do not obtain legal ownership of the property until settlement of their purchase. The information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, credit or other regulated products or advice. We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) or an Australian Credit Licence (ACL) and we do not provide financial or credit services. All Rent-to-Own and Rent-to-Sell related terms are governed exclusively by the terms of service available on this website and directly executed agreements with PublicSquare and/or between participating counterparties, and terms may vary between Australian states and territories to comply with local laws and regulations. If anything on this website is inconsistent with the executed agreements, the executed agreements, which may include additional terms, rights and obligations not set out on this website, shall prevail. Nothing on this website is a legally binding offer, warranty or guarantee, and the availability of program participation is subject to application criteria determined by PublicSquare and is not assured. To the maximum extent permitted by law, PublicSquare disclaims all liability for any representations, whether express or implied, made in connection with this website. No statement on this website should be relied upon as a warranty or guarantee unless expressly set out in the executed agreements. For more information please read the legal and Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) pages on this website.
Come Home Sooner
0% Upfront Deposit

2 Minutes · Free to Apply · Instant Results

CONTACT US

Tel. 1300 418 857

71 Eagle Street, Brisbane
60 Martin Place, Sydney

Disclaimer: Terms, fees, costs, conditions, and waiting periods may apply. PublicSquare® is a registered trademark (No. 2315715) of PublicSquare Technology Pty Ltd, a real estate, software, and educational company holding Queensland real estate licence No. 4555627. Homebuyers are free to engage any broker or lender of their choice when completing their purchase. At that time, deposit requirements and Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) may apply. PublicSquare homebuyers do not obtain legal ownership of the property until settlement of their purchase. The information on this website is general in nature and does not constitute legal, financial, tax, credit or other regulated products or advice. We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) or an Australian Credit Licence (ACL) and we do not provide financial or credit services. All Rent-to-Own and Rent-to-Sell related terms are governed exclusively by the terms of service available on this website and directly executed agreements with PublicSquare and/or between participating counterparties, and terms may vary between Australian states and territories to comply with local laws and regulations. If anything on this website is inconsistent with the executed agreements, the executed agreements, which may include additional terms, rights and obligations not set out on this website, shall prevail. Nothing on this website is a legally binding offer, warranty or guarantee, and the availability of program participation is subject to application criteria determined by PublicSquare and is not assured. To the maximum extent permitted by law, PublicSquare disclaims all liability for any representations, whether express or implied, made in connection with this website. No statement on this website should be relied upon as a warranty or guarantee unless expressly set out in the executed agreements. For more information please read the legal and Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) pages on this website.