South Brisbane, QLD 4714
A well-connected Brisbane pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- City fringe
- $470/wk Median
- 70.2% Renters
South Brisbane Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.2k
- Median age
- 29
- Median weekly rent
- $470
- To the CBD
- 1.1km
- Walkability
- 9.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
South Brisbane Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Parks & Green Space
Generous public green space gives the area a breathing-room feel that's rare this close to the essentials — good for dog walks, picnics and weekend sport.
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
South Brisbane is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 14,243 residents, a clear majority 70.2% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $470 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around South Brisbane
South Brisbane Junction
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
South Brisbane Junction
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Available Rental Properties in South Brisbane
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in South Brisbane
Real questions renters ask before moving to South Brisbane.
What's the community like in South Brisbane?
South Brisbane has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 14,243, giving the suburb a solidly-sized feel.
Is South Brisbane a good suburb for renters?
Yes. South Brisbane has a 70.2% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a clear majority share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
Is South Brisbane family-friendly for renters?
South Brisbane has around 7 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $470/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
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