Taringa, QLD 4528
A well-connected Brisbane pocket that renters keep coming back to.
- Urban convenience
- $385/wk Median
- 47.9% Renters
Taringa Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 9k
- Median age
- 33
- Median weekly rent
- $385
- To the CBD
- 5km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 6
ABS 2021 Census
Taringa Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Fitness & Outdoors
An active local culture shows up early — running groups, outdoor bootcamps and a steady stream of cyclists on the main roads at sunrise.
Shopping
A compact local shopping strip covers the day-to-day without needing the car — groceries, a pharmacy, a bakery, the basics done well.
Schools & Families
A cluster of well-regarded local schools makes this a common choice for renting families, with several options within a short drive.
Signature Spotlight
Urban Convenience
Taringa is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 9,020 residents, a substantial 47.9% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $385 that puts it broadly in line with the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around Taringa
Taringa Village
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
Taringa Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in Taringa
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Taringa
Real questions renters ask before moving to Taringa.
Is Taringa walkable?
Taringa carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
How far is Taringa from the Brisbane CBD?
Taringa is approximately 5km from the Brisbane CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Taringa?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Taringa is $385. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $385 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Taringa family-friendly for renters?
Taringa has around 6 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $385/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
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