Hume, ACT 2836
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $110/wk Median
- 0.0% Renters
Hume Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 395
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $110
- To the CBD
- 12km
- Walkability
- 8.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Hume Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Hume for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 0.0% of the suburb's 395 residents rent.
Around Hume
Hume Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Hume Common
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Hume
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Hume
Real questions renters ask before moving to Hume.
Is Hume family-friendly for renters?
Hume has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $110/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
Is Hume a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Hume has a 0.0% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Hume?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Hume is $110. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $110 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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