Jacka, ACT 2888
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $450/wk Median
- 34.2% Renters
Jacka Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 712
- Median age
- 30
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 14.6km
- Walkability
- 8.8
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Jacka Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Jacka is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 712 residents, a solid minority 34.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $450 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Jacka
Jacka Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Jacka Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Jacka
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Jacka
Real questions renters ask before moving to Jacka.
How much does it cost to rent in Jacka?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Jacka is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Jacka family-friendly for renters?
Jacka has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $450/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
What's the community like in Jacka?
Jacka has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 712, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
How far is Jacka from the Canberra CBD?
Jacka 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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