Garran, ACT 2694
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- Urban convenience
- $550/wk Median
- 29.8% Renters
Garran Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 3.7k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $550
- To the CBD
- 7.2km
- Walkability
- 8.9
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Garran Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Renters land in Garran for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 29.8% of the suburb's 3,706 residents rent.
Around Garran
Garran Central
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Garran Village
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Garran
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Garran
Real questions renters ask before moving to Garran.
Is Garran family-friendly for renters?
Garran has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $550/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
How much does it cost to rent in Garran?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Garran is $550. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $550 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Garran a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Garran has a 29.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
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