Daintree, QLD 4783
Salt air, easy pace, and the beach a short walk from most front doors.
- Beach & coast
- $260/wk Median
- 26.8% Renters
Daintree Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 6.7k
- Median age
- 47
- Median weekly rent
- $260
- To the CBD
- 106.1km
- Walkability
- 1
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Daintree Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Shopping
Weekend markets bring out the neighbourhood — local produce, secondhand finds and a genuinely social start to the day.
Work & Connectivity
Good fibre coverage and a growing number of co-working spaces make this a popular choice for renters working from home.
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Heritage
Heritage-listed buildings along the main street give the area a distinct architectural character you won't find in the newer suburbs nearby.
Signature Spotlight
Beach & Coast
Daintree sits among Cairns'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 6,674 residents and a solid minority renter share (26.8%), it's a well-established part of the Cairns rental market.
Around Daintree
Daintree Cove
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Daintree Foreshore
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Available Rental Properties in Daintree
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Daintree
Real questions renters ask before moving to Daintree.
Is Daintree walkable?
Daintree carries a walkability score of 1.0/10 — most trips outside the immediate street rely on a car or public transport.
Is Daintree a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Daintree has a 26.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a solid minority share of residents rent rather than own. Rental stock here turns over steadily, with a mix of houses and units available through the year.
What's the community like in Daintree?
Daintree has a settled, community-oriented feel, with long-term renters alongside newer arrivals. Population sits at 6,674, giving the suburb a close-knit feel.
How far is Daintree from the Cairns CBD?
Daintree is approximately 95km from the Cairns CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
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