Rosewood, QLD 4891
Quiet streets and a genuine community feel, a short drive from Ipswich's centre.
- Small-town feel
- $300/wk Median
- 25.7% Renters
Rosewood Rental Market Statistics
- Population
- 14.2k
- Median age
- 38
- Median weekly rent
- $300
- To the CBD
- 21.6km
- Walkability
- 8.1
- Schools within 3 km
- 5
ABS 2021 Census
Rosewood Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
Community
A strong, settled community feel — long-term residents, an active neighbourhood association and a genuine sense of people looking out for each other.
Nightlife
A handful of reliable local bars and a late-night food strip give the area more after-dark options than most people expect.
Beach & Coast
A coastal walking track links the area to neighbouring beaches, a genuine weekend ritual for locals.
Signature Spotlight
Regional Living
Rosewood offers a genuinely different pace from Ipswich's centre — more space, a stronger sense of community, and a median weekly rent of $300 that's noticeably kinder to the budget. Population sits at 14,217, with 25.7% renting rather than owning.
Around Rosewood
Rosewood Botanic Gardens
A community focal point — local events, markets and the kind of gathering spot every regional suburb has.
Rosewood Botanic Gardens
Open green space that doubles as the suburb's unofficial social centre on weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Renting in Rosewood
Real questions renters ask before moving to Rosewood.
How far is Rosewood from the Ipswich CBD?
Rosewood is approximately 21km from the Ipswich CBD. Most renters commute by a mix of car and public transport, with peak-hour travel times running 31-46 minutes.
Is Rosewood family-friendly for renters?
Rosewood has around 5 school options within 3km, and families renting here tend to value the balance of space and access to schools. At $300/wk median, it's broadly in line with the city average compared to the rest of Ipswich.
How much does it cost to rent in Rosewood?
Based on 2021 ABS Census data, the median weekly rent in Rosewood is $300. Actual asking rents will vary by property size and condition, but $300 a week is the reliable long-run benchmark for the suburb as a whole.
Is Rosewood walkable?
Rosewood carries a walkability score of 8.1/10 — daily errands and a lot of local life happen comfortably on foot.
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