Downer, ACT 2844
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Inner-city living
- $420/wk Median
- 36.1% Renters
Downer Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.3k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $420
- To the CBD
- 4.3km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Downer Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Schools & Families
Family life here is well served — schools, playgrounds and a generally quiet, low-traffic feel once you're off the main road.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Signature Spotlight
Inner-City Living
Downer is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 4,296 residents, a substantial 36.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $420 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Downer
Downer Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Downer Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Downer
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Downer
Real questions renters ask before moving to Downer.
Is Downer walkable?
Downer carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is Downer family-friendly for renters?
Downer has around 3 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $420/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
Is Downer a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Downer has a 36.1% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Downer from the Canberra CBD?
Downer is approximately 4km from the Canberra CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 14-29 minutes.
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