Cook, ACT 2651
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $440/wk Median
- 23.8% Renters
Cook Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $440
- To the CBD
- 6.1km
- Walkability
- 9.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Cook Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Cook for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 23.8% of the suburb's 2,965 residents rent.
Around Cook
Cook Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Cook Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Cook
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cook
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cook.
How much does it cost to rent in Cook?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Cook is $440. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $440 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Cook family-friendly for renters?
Cook has around 5 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $440/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
Is Cook walkable?
Cook carries a walkability score of 9.8/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Cook from the Canberra CBD?
Cook is approximately 6km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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