Fadden, ACT 2629
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $620/wk Median
- 6.6% Renters
Fadden Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $620
- To the CBD
- 13.4km
- Walkability
- 7.5
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Fadden Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Heritage
A number of well-preserved period homes and public buildings anchor the area's identity.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Fadden is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 3,006 residents, a smaller but steady 6.6% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $620 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Fadden
Fadden Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Fadden Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Fadden
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Fadden
Real questions renters ask before moving to Fadden.
Is Fadden walkable?
Fadden carries a walkability score of 7.5/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Is Fadden family-friendly for renters?
Fadden has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $620/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
How far is Fadden from the Canberra CBD?
Fadden is approximately 14km from the Canberra CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 24-39 minutes.
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