Torrens, ACT 2829
Close to everything Canberra offers, without the premium of the CBD itself.
- City fringe
- $478/wk Median
- 24.7% Renters
Torrens Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.4k
- Median age
- 39
- Median weekly rent
- $478
- To the CBD
- 10.8km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Torrens Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
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.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Torrens for the balance it strikes — close enough to Canberra's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 24.7% of the suburb's 2,424 residents rent.
Around Torrens
Torrens Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Torrens Reserve
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Torrens
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Torrens
Real questions renters ask before moving to Torrens.
How far is Torrens from the Canberra CBD?
Torrens is approximately 11km from the Canberra CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 21-36 minutes.
What's the community like in Torrens?
Locals describe Torrens as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 2,424, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
Is Torrens walkable?
Torrens carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How much does it cost to rent in Torrens?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Torrens is $478. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $478 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
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