McKellar, ACT 2731
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $438/wk Median
- 18.8% Renters
McKellar Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.7k
- Median age
- 43
- Median weekly rent
- $438
- To the CBD
- 8.6km
- Walkability
- 9.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
McKellar Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
McKellar is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 2,740 residents, a smaller but steady 18.8% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $438 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around McKellar
McKellar Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
McKellar Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in McKellar
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in McKellar
Real questions renters ask before moving to McKellar.
How much does it cost to rent in McKellar?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in McKellar is $438. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $438 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is McKellar walkable?
McKellar carries a walkability score of 9.3/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
Is McKellar family-friendly for renters?
McKellar has around 3 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $438/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
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