Lota

Postcode: 4179 | Distance to CBD: 15 km

Welcome to Lota

Lota is a small, quiet bayside suburb next to Wynnum and Manly.

In the 1860s most of the land now known as Lota was owned by William Duckett White who settled there when vineyards, sugar cane and other crops were grown. The land was subdivided in the early 20th century and most of the area developed for housing.

Fig Tree Point at Lota was a popular camping spot until 1970s and is now parkland. It had also been used by American servicemen during World War Two.

A landmark of Lota is the heritage listed Lota House at 162 Oceana Terrace built in 1864.

Lota shares nearby bayside attractions of Wynnum and Manly including the Manly Boat Harbour, Wynnum Wading Pool, Wynnum Pier, the mangrove walk, fish and chip shops, restaurants, pubs and shopping centres.

Statistics

Lota is about 15km from Brisbane’s CBD. Over 41% of households in this area are comprised of couples with children and a further 38% are couples without children. Stand alone house account for 92% of all dwellings in this area, with townhouses accounting for a further 5%. Lota is a bayside suburb and has found popularity because of the reasonable housing prices. Many of the older workers cottages and Queenslanders have been renovated. There are extensive parks and green spaces in this area.

The median house price in Lota in 2006 was $345,750.

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Eating and drinking: There are plenty of dining options near Lota. If you’re looking for a nearby café, take-away, pub or restaurant you’ll find it here.
Shopping: Lota has no major shopping centre but there’s a shopping precinct on the corner of Whites and Hindes Streets. Manly Harbour Village is worth a visit and there’s Wynnum Plaza Shopping Centre on Wynnum Road at Wynnum West.
Education: If you're looking for playgroups, childcare, kindergartens or schools in this area, you'll find them here.
Leisure: Check out this section for things to do in your spare time. There's sport, leisure activities, local events and more.

Marguerite says: Providing the ultimate mini escape from everyday: quiet, scenic, affordable and nearby. For a walk, relax with book, picnic with friends in the open fresh air beside the quiet waters of Moreton Bay. I always feel refreshed in body and spirit after being there.

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