Flowing over 340km from Mount Stanley to Moreton Bay, the Brisbane River is the longest in South-East Queensland and plays host to numerous on-river activities from boating, jetskiing, canoeing, kayaking, cruises and more, not to mention riverside activities like picnicking, walking and cycling. Brisbane River homes have a front row seat to the action as well as some breathtaking views. Take a look at these 11 Brisbane River homes, as seen on Luxury List.

1. Frank Lloyd Wright style

Pictured: 9 Ivy Street Indooroopilly. For sale by Matt Lancashire and Christine Rudolph of Ray White New Farm. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Ray White New Farm.

Inspired by the work of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright, this elevated riverfront residence in leafy Indooroopilly is set over two land titles, enjoying panoramic views of both reaches of the Brisbane River.

Embracing the South-East Queensland climate, the property makes the most of the location with a 10m Infinity edge pool and pavilion with a separate gym or multipurpose retreat, as well as a 22ft private pontoon and tree house pavilion for enjoyment of water-based activities.

For more photos visit our listing for 9 Ivy Street Indooroopilly on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 9 Ivy Street Indooroopilly here.

2. ‘Balaam’

Pictured:  33B Harbour Road Hamilton. For sale by Matt Lancashire of Ray White New Farm. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Ray White New Farm.

This showpiece estate by award-winning architect Shaun Lockyer is positioned on an exclusive stretch of the Brisbane River in Hamilton, capturing breathtaking water views to the CBD.

Designed with a stunning outdoor terrace that is perfect for entertaining, the family-friendly property also features several secure children's play areas plus a children's crèche, architecturally designed cubby house and animal enclosure.

For more photos visit our listing for 33B Harbour Road Hamilton on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 33B Harbour Road Hamilton here.

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3. American coastal classic 

Pictured: 121 King Arthur Terrace Tennyson. For sale by Sarah Hackett of Place Bulimba. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Place Bulimba.

Like a lavish Majorcan villa, this property hosts three separate residences across three titles, as well as a poolside entertaining area, and north-south facing tennis court.

For grand scale entertaining, at the rear of the property a riverside pavilion is equipped with a full kitchen and bathroom, providing enough space to easily entertain over 100 guests. A jetty, pontoon and deep-water mooring complete the setting at the water’s edge.

For more photos visit our listing for 121 King Arthur Terrace Tennyson on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 121 King Arthur Terrace Tennyson here.

4. Palatial East Brisbane

Pictured: 3 & 5 Laidlaw Parade East Brisbane. For sale by Henry Hodge and Kosta Porfyriou of McGrath New Farm. As seen on Luxury List. Image by McGrath New Farm.

Positioned over approx. 1,195sqm of direct riverfront, this property offers two titles, presenting the potential to own one large, private residence with yard space or to develop the adjoining vacant lot (STCA).

From its elevated north-facing riverfront position, the grand three-level residence enjoys uninterrupted panoramic views of the Brisbane River and cityscape, with two plumbed and powered pontoons from which to enjoy the riverside lifestyle.

For more photos visit our listing for 3 & 5 Laidlaw Parade East Brisbane on Luxury List.

5. Leafy Chelmer

Pictured: 65 Longman Terrace Chelmer. For sale by Sarah Hackett of Place Bulimba. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Place Bulimba.

Not all the homes on the Brisbane riverfront feature sprawling urban vistas. Set among leafy surrounds on the prestigious Chelmer riverfront, this bespoke residence takes in peaceful and private river views.

With this tranquil backdrop, the outdoor areas cascade from a dining area across an array of sparkling pools, an outdoor entertainer’s kitchen, featuring a teppanyaki plate and a commercial barbeque, to a flat grassy lawn which is fenced from the river for children and pets, and a private jetty with pontoon.

For more photos visit our listing for 65 Longman Terrace Chelmer on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 65 Longman Terrace Chelmer here.

6. Riverside zen

Pictured: 41 Riverview Place Yeronga. For sale by Tyson Clarke of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty - Brisbane Ascot. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty - Brisbane Ascot.

A Feng Shui master was engaged to help design the flow of this Yeronga home, with guests literally walking over the water to get into the house. Leafy terraces efficiently utilise the entire space with meticulously designed outdoor living areas, preserving the river views.

Set on approx. 1,600sqm with 20m absolute riverfront freehold, the property is directly opposite the Indooroopilly Golf Club, providing both privacy and stunning green views.

For more photos visit our listing for 41 Riverview Place Yeronga on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 41 Riverview Place Yeronga here.

7. Grand art deco estate

Pictured:  90 Virginia Avenue Hawthorne. For sale by Sarah Hackett of Place Bulimba. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Place Bulimba.

Boasting enviable river and city views in the heart of Brisbane's prestigious Hawthorne, this stately riverfront estate paints a picture of grandeur from the wrought iron and brick entrance to its cobblestone driveway.

Outside, twin entertaining pavilions boast uninterrupted views of the city and New Farm Park, amid private, established landscaped gardens and a pristine infinity-edge pool.

For more photos visit our listing for 90 Virginia Avenue Hawthorne on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 90 Virginia Avenue Hawthorne here.

8. Executive family retreat

Pictured: 47 Longman Terrace Chelmer. For sale by Hannah Dodds of Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty - Brisbane. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Queensland Sotheby’s International Realty - Brisbane.

This modern mansion is set amid the privacy of leafy gardens, featuring terraced riverfront grounds flowing down to the water's edge where a serviced pontoon offers mooring for a large vessel.

The home’s luxury appointments include a 6-car basement garage, wine cellar, and a gymnasium with massage room and sauna that overlooks the heated pool and spa set in immaculate riverfront gardens.

For more photos visit our listing for 47 Longman Terrace Chelmer on Luxury List.

For more information read our article on 47 Longman Terrace Chelmer here.

9. Sleek Fairfield

Pictured: 41 Brisbane Corso Fairfield. Under contract by Jason Adcock of Adcock Prestige Taringa. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Adcock Prestige Taringa.

Designed to integrate perfectly with its beautiful surrounds, sleek, light-filled interiors complement the striking angles of this Fairfield home's exterior.

The stunning home offers everything you could possibly want in a family home, with its expansive design, river-front mooring, panoramic river views, and proximity to schools, the University of Queensland and the city.

For more photos visit our listing for 41 Brisbane Corso Fairfield on Luxury List.

10. Enviable New Farm

Pictured: 17 Julius Street New Farm. For sale by Henry Hodge and Kosta Porfyriou of McGrath New Farm. As seen on Luxury List. Image by McGrath New Farm.

Endless opportunities are located right at the doorstep of this New Farm residence, capturing one of Brisbane's most stunning river and city views.

Positioned on over 31m approx. of waterfront, the home is nestled securely at the end of a private driveway, walking distance to the city, public transport and local lifestyle precincts, with its own powered pontoon for boats or jetskis.

For more photos visit our listing for 17 Julius Street New Farm on Luxury List.

11. ‘Ulmarra’ 

Pictured: 72 Botticelli Street Fig Tree Pocket. For sale by Cathy Lammie of Cathy Lammie Property Kenmore. As seen on Luxury List. Image by Cathy Lammie Property Kenmore.

Named after an Aboriginal word meaning 'bend in the river', ‘Ulmarra’ is a sprawling three-level home in Fig Tree Pocket, an affluent river-based locale.

Gifted with a flowing inside-outside transition and luxurious six-star inclusions, the home’s spacious four car garaging provides room to park the vehicles easily, while leaving room to store all your river toys (jet-skis, boat, kayaks) securely.

For more photos visit our listing for 72 Botticelli Street Fig Tree Pocket on Luxury List.

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