Ormeau (West) - Yatala, QLD 4715
Where Gold Coast's coastline meets everyday renting life.
- Coastal living
- $450/wk Median
- 18.8% Renters
Ormeau (West) - Yatala Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 11.9k
- Median age
- 36
- Median weekly rent
- $450
- To the CBD
- 32km
- Walkability
- 5.4
- Schools within 3 km
- 7
ABS 2021 Census
Ormeau (West) - Yatala Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
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.
Beach & Coast
The coastline is the drawcard — an easy walk or short drive to sand and saltwater most days of the year.
Arts & Culture
Street art and small independent galleries give the area more creative character than its size would suggest.
Signature Spotlight
Waterfront Living
Renters drawn to Ormeau (West) - Yatala usually cite the same thing first — proximity to the coast. It's a solidly-sized suburb of 11,879 people, 18.8% of whom rent, with a median weekly rent of $450 that reflects its position in the Gold Coast market.
Around Ormeau (West) - Yatala
Ormeau (West) - Yatala Esplanade
A local stretch of coastline popular with residents for early swims and evening walks.
Ormeau (West) - Yatala Foreshore
The area's community hub — a small strip of shops and a regular weekend gathering point.
Available Rental Properties in Ormeau (West) - Yatala
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Ormeau (West) - Yatala
Real questions renters ask before moving to Ormeau (West) - Yatala.
Is Ormeau (West) - Yatala a good suburb for renters?
Yes. Ormeau (West) - Yatala has a 18.8% renter rate according to the 2021 ABS Census, meaning a smaller but steady share of residents rent rather than own. The suburb has a reasonable spread of rental stock across unit and house types.
How much does it cost to rent in Ormeau (West) - Yatala?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Ormeau (West) - Yatala is $450. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $450 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Ormeau (West) - Yatala family-friendly for renters?
Ormeau (West) - Yatala has around 7 school options within 3km, and the area is a common choice for renting families thanks to its quieter streets. At $450/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Gold Coast.
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