We invite you to browse the pages of BCL to find a wide variety of information related to your needs and interests and to subscribe to the free BCL newsletter . On this page we have grouped links to information of particular interest to people planning to move to Brisbane. Accommodation Most Brisbane houses are on their own block of land. Semi-detached houses are rare and are called duplexes.
Most modern homes are single story, with brick walls and a tiled roof.
Backyard pools are common and by law must be fenced to prevent drowning accidents. Townhouses are becoming more common. Flats and apartment blocks are common in the inner city suburbs. Check the BCL real estate listings and estate agents web sites to get an indication about prices. You could also try the classified ads in the local newspaper The Courier Mail to get an idea about rentals.