Karama, NT 0827
Where Darwin's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $293/wk Median
- 37.5% Renters
Karama Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 4.8k
- Median age
- 35
- Median weekly rent
- $293
- To the CBD
- 10.4km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 2
ABS 2021 Census
Karama Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Parks & Green Space
A well-used local park anchors the community here, hosting everything from weekend markets to informal Sunday cricket.
Work & Connectivity
Close enough to the CBD for an easy commute on the days it's needed, quiet enough to work from home the rest of the week.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
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.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Karama sits among Darwin'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 4,803 residents and a substantial renter share (37.5%), it's a well-established part of the Darwin rental market.
Around Karama
Karama Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Karama Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Karama
Listing data is temporarily unavailable for Karama / 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 Karama
Real questions renters ask before moving to Karama.
How far is Karama from the Darwin CBD?
Karama is approximately 10km from the Darwin CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
Is Karama family-friendly for renters?
Karama has around 2 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $293/wk median, it's more affordable than the city average compared to the rest of Darwin.
How much does it cost to rent in Karama?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Karama is $293. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $293 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Karama a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Karama has a 37.5% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a substantial share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Not sure Karama is right for you?
Take the 2-minute quiz and we'll match you to your top three Darwin suburbs — by lifestyle, budget and commute.
Take the quiz →