Ngunnawal, ACT 2878
A well-connected Canberra pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $450/wk Median
- 26.2% Renters
Ngunnawal Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11k
- Median age
- 34
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 12.3km
- Walkability
- 9.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Ngunnawal Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Dining
A dining strip that punches above its weight — a solid spread of cuisines within easy walking distance of most homes.
Cafés
Renters here point to the café scene first — a handful of well-loved spots that fill up fast on weekends and know regulars by name.
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
Inner-City Living
Ngunnawal is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 10,957 residents, a solid minority 26.2% 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 Ngunnawal
Ngunnawal Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Ngunnawal Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Ngunnawal
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ngunnawal
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ngunnawal.
How much does it cost to rent in Ngunnawal?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Ngunnawal 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 Ngunnawal family-friendly for renters?
Ngunnawal has around 5 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.
Is Ngunnawal a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Ngunnawal has a 26.2% 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.
Is Ngunnawal walkable?
Ngunnawal carries a walkability score of 9.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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