Cowra, NSW 2145
Room to breathe, on New South Wales's regional rental market.
- Regional lifestyle
- $230/wk Median
- 29.5% Renters
Cowra Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9.3k
- Median age
- 45
- Median weekly rent
- $230
- To the CBD
- 237km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Cowra Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Dining
Renters consistently mention the food options here — casual and sit-down, enough variety that you're not eating the same three places on rotation.
Signature Spotlight
Country Lifestyle
For renters after more room without the capital-city price tag, Cowra is a regular choice in regional New South Wales. It's a close-knit community of 9,273 people, 29.5% of whom rent, at a median weekly rent of $230.
Around Cowra
Cowra Main Street
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
Cowra Showgrounds
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Available Rental Properties in Cowra
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Cowra
Real questions renters ask before moving to Cowra.
Is Cowra a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Cowra has a 29.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
Is Cowra family-friendly for renters?
Cowra has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $230/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Regional NSW.
Is Cowra walkable?
Cowra carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
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