Yarrabah, QLD 4956
Where Cairns's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Waterfront
- $150/wk Median
- 78.6% Renters
Yarrabah Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 2.5k
- Median age
- 25
- Median weekly rent
- $150
- To the CBD
- 23.9km
- Walkability
- 7.3
- Schools within 3 km
- 3
ABS 2021 Census
Yarrabah Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Cafés
A steady run of local cafés along the main strip makes weekend mornings easy — coffee, brunch and a slow start within a short walk of most streets.
Signature Spotlight
Coastal Lifestyle
Renters drawn to Yarrabah usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a small and quiet suburb of 2,505 people, 78.6% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $150 that reflects its position in the Cairns market.
Around Yarrabah
Yarrabah Cove
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Yarrabah Beach
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Yarrabah
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Yarrabah
Real questions renters ask before moving to Yarrabah.
What's the community like in Yarrabah?
Locals describe Yarrabah as friendly and easy to settle into, with an active community calendar. Population sits at 2,505, giving the suburb a small and quiet feel.
How far is Yarrabah from the Cairns CBD?
Yarrabah is approximately 15km from the Cairns CBD. Public transport links are workable if not fast — allow extra time during peak periods.
How much does it cost to rent in Yarrabah?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Yarrabah is $150. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $150 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Yarrabah walkable?
Yarrabah carries a walkability score of 7.3/10 — a car helps for some trips, but plenty of daily life is still walkable.
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