The Gap, QLD 4604
Inner-Brisbane convenience with a character all its own.
- Inner-city living
- $490/wk Median
- 15.1% Renters
The Gap Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 17.1k
- Median age
- 42
- Median weekly rent
- $490
- To the CBD
- 8.6km
- Walkability
- 8.7
- Schools within 3 km
- 8
ABS 2021 Census
The Gap Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Arts & Culture
A modest but genuine arts scene — a community gallery, the odd pop-up exhibition, and a local hall that hosts markets and events.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Nightlife
The main strip carries a genuine evening buzz on weekends — a few good bars, live music some nights, a steady crowd.
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.
Signature Spotlight
City Fringe
The Gap is one of Brisbane's well-used inner and middle-ring renter suburbs — 17,099 residents, a smaller but steady 15.1% renter share, and a median weekly rent of $490 that puts it above the city average for the area. Convenient without the premium of the very centre.
Around The Gap
The Gap Reserve
A well-used local strip — a handful of shops, cafés and the everyday essentials within walking distance.
The Gap Common
A pocket of green space that gives the suburb some breathing room from the surrounding streets.
Available Rental Properties in The Gap
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in The Gap
Real questions renters ask before moving to The Gap.
How much does it cost to rent in The Gap?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in The Gap is $490. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $490 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is The Gap family-friendly for renters?
The Gap has around 8 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $490/wk median, it's above the city average compared to the rest of Brisbane.
Is The Gap walkable?
The Gap carries a walkability score of 8.7/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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