Kiama, NSW 2450
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Coastal living
- $480/wk Median
- 21.5% Renters
Kiama Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 8.8k
- Median age
- 51
- Median weekly rent
- $480
- To the CBD
- 23.5km
- Walkability
- 6.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Kiama Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Kiama sits among Wollongong's coastal renter pockets, where the rhythm of the week runs around the water — early swims, weekend walks along the foreshore, and a noticeably relaxed pace compared to the inner city. With 8,786 residents and a solid minority renter share (21.5%), it's a well-established part of the Wollongong rental market.
Around Kiama
Kiama Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Kiama Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Kiama
Listing data is temporarily unavailable for Kiama / We're working on it — in the meantime, set up an alert and we'll notify you as soon as it's back.
Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Kiama
Real questions renters ask before moving to Kiama.
What's the community like in Kiama?
Locals describe Kiama as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 8,786, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Kiama from the Wollongong CBD?
Kiama is approximately 29km from the Wollongong CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Kiama family-friendly for renters?
Kiama has around 4 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $480/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Wollongong.
Is Kiama walkable?
Kiama carries a walkability score of 6.4/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
Not sure Kiama is right for you?
Take the 2-minute quiz and we'll match you to your top three Wollongong suburbs — by lifestyle, budget and commute.
Take the quiz →