Mortgage brokers in Cairns
34 mortgage broking firms across 29 Cairns suburbs, rated 5.0 out of 5 on average. Choose your suburb to compare the mortgage brokers (finance brokers and home loan brokers) near you.
Updated October 2026
Popular suburbs in Cairns
Mortgage brokers and home loans in Cairns
34 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore are based in Cairns, across 29 suburbs. Together they have 1,165 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
At the 2021 Census, 36% of homes across these suburbs were owned with a mortgage (QLD: 34%), 26% were owned outright and 35% were rented. In most suburbs the median mortgage repayment was between $1,500 and $1,733 a month.
Home ownership figures: ABS 2021 Census, used under CC BY 4.0. Mortgage broker figures from BrokerScore, updated October 2026.
Buying your first home in Cairns
The 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in Cairns is $700,000. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to that price with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance.
Queensland grants and concessions- A First Home Owner Grant of up to $30,000 for eligible new homes valued under $750,000.
- A full transfer duty concession for eligible first home buyers buying or building a new home.
- A partial first home concession may apply to established homes.
General information only, checked 9 October 2026. Sources: 5% Deposit Scheme price caps, Queensland.
First home buyer mortgage brokers in Cairns →Mortgage broker Cairns FAQs
How many mortgage brokers are there in Cairns?
There are 34 mortgage broking firms on BrokerScore based in Cairns. The suburbs with the most choice are Smithfield, Brinsmead and Stratford. Search your suburb to see who’s closest to you.
How much does a mortgage broker cost in Cairns?
Most mortgage brokers in Cairns don’t charge you for a standard home loan. They’re usually paid a commission by the lender once your loan settles. Some charge a fee for complex loans, so ask upfront. Every mortgage broker must give you a credit guide explaining how they’re paid.
What is the 5% Deposit Scheme price cap in Cairns?
The price cap in Cairns is $700,000. Eligible first home buyers can buy up to this price with a 5% deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance under the Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme.
Should I use a mortgage broker or go straight to my bank?
A bank can only offer its own home loans. A mortgage broker compares loans from the lenders on their panel. They must act in your best interests, and they handle the paperwork through to settlement.
Is a finance broker the same as a mortgage broker?
Usually, yes. In Australia “mortgage broker”, “finance broker” and “home loan broker” are used for the same job: a licensed credit representative who compares home loans from several lenders and arranges the one you choose. Some finance brokers also arrange car, equipment or business loans. Every mortgage broker in Cairns on BrokerScore is on the ASIC register, whichever name they use.
How do I choose a mortgage broker in Cairns?
Start with your suburb so you see who’s close by, then compare BrokerScores and recent reviews. Check they help with your situation, see which lenders they work with, and ask how they’re paid. You can message any mortgage broker on BrokerScore for free.