Weetangera, ACT 2676
Inner-Canberra convenience with a character all its own.
- City fringe
- $490/wk Median
- 14.6% Renters
Weetangera Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.8k
- Median age
- 41
- Median weekly rent
- $490
- To the CBD
- 8.1km
- Walkability
- 8.6
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Weetangera Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Weetangera is one of Canberra's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 2,795 residents, a smaller but steady 14.6% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $490 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Weetangera
Weetangera Green
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Weetangera Quarter
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Weetangera
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Weetangera
Real questions renters ask before moving to Weetangera.
Is Weetangera family-friendly for renters?
Weetangera has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $490/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Canberra.
What's the community like in Weetangera?
Weetangera has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 2,795, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
Is Weetangera a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Weetangera has a 14.6% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How far is Weetangera from the Canberra CBD?
Weetangera is approximately 8km from the Canberra CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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