Manly West, QLD 4136
A well-connected Brisbane pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $435/wk Median
- 22.7% Renters
Manly West Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.9k
- Median age
- 40
- Median weekly rent
- $435
- To the CBD
- 14km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 4
ABS 2021 Census
Manly West Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Fitness & Outdoors
Sporting ovals and courts are well used year-round, with local clubs drawing a loyal weekend crowd.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
Renters land in Manly West for the balance it strikes — close enough to Brisbane's core to keep the commute reasonable, established enough to have its own local character. 22.7% of the suburb's 11,860 residents rent.
Around Manly West
Manly West Green
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Manly West Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Manly West
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Manly West
Real questions renters ask before moving to Manly West.
Is Manly West family-friendly for renters?
Manly West has around 4 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $435/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
How much does it cost to rent in Manly West?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Manly West is $435. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $435 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
What's the community like in Manly West?
Locals describe Manly West as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 11,860, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
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