Macarthur, ACT 2692
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- Urban convenience
- $520/wk Median
- 9.8% Renters
Macarthur Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 1.4k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $520
- To the CBD
- 13.9km
- Walkability
- 7.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 1
ABS 2021 Census
Macarthur Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Community
Community events through the year — school fetes, street parties, a local market — keep the social calendar busy.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Macarthur is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 1,405 residents, a smaller but steady 9.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $520 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Macarthur
Macarthur Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Macarthur Quarter
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in Macarthur
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Macarthur
Real questions renters ask before moving to Macarthur.
How far is Macarthur from the Canberra CBD?
Macarthur is approximately 14km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Macarthur family-friendly for renters?
Macarthur has around 1 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $520/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
How much does it cost to rent in Macarthur?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Macarthur is $520. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $520 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Macarthur walkable?
Macarthur carries a walkability score of 7.1/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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